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Friday, January 31, 2025 - 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET
In-Person Discovery Theater

Ages 7-11. This spirit-rousing musical play chronicles the struggles and triumphs of pioneering African American baseball players. 


Friday, January 31, 2025 - 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ET
In-Person Discovery Theater

Ages 7-11. This spirit-rousing musical play chronicles the struggles and triumphs of pioneering African American baseball players. 


Friday, January 31, 2025 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. ET

Behind the architectural splendor and rich cultural tapestry of Venice lies a deeply spiritual heritage, embodied by the saints whom its residents have venerated for centuries­. Their remains and relics were believed to possess spiritual significance and carry political, economic, and diplomatic influence. Historian Dennis Romano explores the crucial roles of the Virgin Mary, Saint Mark, and Saint Nicholas in shaping Venice’s identity, highlighting the magnificent churches, paintings, and sculptures commissioned in their honor. (World Art History Certificate elective, 1/2 credit)


Saturday, February 1, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET

Ever since its origins in an ancient civilization along the Indus River, the complex culture of South Asia has given rise to some of the world’s most remarkable artistic creations. Robert DeCaroli, professor in the department of history and art history at George Mason University, highlights the artistic traditions and historical changes in the Indian subcontinent from the earliest archaeological evidence to the onset of colonialism. (World Art History Certificate core course, 1 credit)


Saturday, February 1, 2025 - 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET
Online Studio Arts Workshop

Delight all of the special people in your life with a handmade card from this whimsical class. Using a fun stamp set with varied sentiments, create your most-needed cards: happy birthday, thank you, and words of love.


Saturday, February 1, 2025 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
Online Studio Arts Workshop

In an afternoon of artistic experimentation designed to deepen skills in visual expression, explore five modes of visual thinking: working from memory, observation, imagination, narrative, and experimental approaches.


Sunday, February 2, 2025 - 1:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. ET
In-Person Studio Arts Course

Great shoots start with great locations—and Washington, D.C., offers plenty of unbeatable visual inspiration. Learn to capture this vibrant city and sharpen your way of thinking about shooting outdoors as you deploy a minimal amount of equipment and a lot of fresh perspective.


Monday, February 3, 2025 - 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET
Online Studio Arts Course

Drop the burden of a finished product and focus on developing your ideas. Begin to deal with procrastination, creative blocks, flow, problem solving, and finishing within the support of a stress-free environment and build confidence alongside other creatives on the same journey.


Monday, February 3, 2025 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. ET

Your family is unique in all the world, but how do you best tell its story? Whether you’re starting with boxes (or digital folders) of photos, diaries, news clippings, recipes, and other mementos, or whether memories are your main material, documenting a family history can be daunting. Writer Mathina Calliope offers the tools and guidance you need to confidently create the most meaningful story to share with the people you love.


Monday, February 3, 2025 - 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET

With the discovery of prehistoric fossils, nineteenth-century Americans were astonished to learn that the New World was far older than previously thought—providing evidence of what is now known as “deep time,” the concept that Earth is billions of years old. Historian Caroline Winterer traces the rise of this transformative idea, examining how naturalists, explorers, engineers, and ordinary Americans unearthed a history more ancient than anyone could have imagined.