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The DC Arts Center is the only institution in the greater Washington, D.C., area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline, and since its founding, offers artists one of the only coveted accessible opportunities to perform in the heart of the nation’s capital.

Following historic renovations, The DC Arts Center is currently seeking artists and performing groups/organizations who would like to utilize the black box theater for performances throughout 2024.


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The DC Arts Center is a small arts non-profit at a defining moment in our history — a time of change, growth, and expansion.

We're looking for more than someone to simply join our team. We're looking for someone to join our cause — someone excited by, and committed to, the hard work required in defining and sustaining a world-class arts institution. We’re looking for individuals ready to build our next chapter.

Full-time and part-time positions are available along with internship opportunities.

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SUBMIT AN EXHIBITION FOR OUR NEWLY RENOVATED GALLERIES!

The DC Arts Center is the only institution in the greater Washington, D.C., area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline, and since its founding, offers artists one of the only coveted accessible opportunities to exhibit in the heart of the nation’s capital. Following historic renovations, The DC Arts Center is currently seeking applications for solo and group exhibitions.


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Welcome to

The only institution in the greater Washington, D.C. area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline.

Become an Artist Member

A new membership to support your visual and performing arts practice like none other. Designed by and for DC artists.

Become a Partner

Join a community of supporters in donating to the DC Arts Center. Our programming is made possible by your generosity.

The DC Arts Center

SUBMIT AN EXHIBITION FOR OUR NEWLY RENOVATED GALLERIES!

The DC Arts Center is the only institution in the greater Washington, D.C., area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline, and since its founding, offers artists one of the only coveted accessible opportunities to exhibit in the heart of the nation’s capital. Following historic renovations, The DC Arts Center is currently seeking applications for solo and group exhibitions.


APPLY TODAY

PERFORM
ON OUR STAGE!

The DC Arts Center is the only institution in the greater Washington, D.C., area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline, and since its founding, offers artists one of the only coveted accessible opportunities to perform in the heart of the nation’s capital.

Following historic renovations, The DC Arts Center is currently seeking artists and performing groups/organizations who would like to utilize the black box theater for performances throughout 2024.


APPLY TODAY

JOIN
OUR TEAM

The DC Arts Center is a small arts non-profit at a defining moment in our history — a time of change, growth, and expansion.

We're looking for more than someone to simply join our team. We're looking for someone to join our cause — someone excited by, and committed to, the hard work required in defining and sustaining a world-class arts institution. We’re looking for individuals ready to build our next chapter.

Full-time and part-time positions are available along with internship opportunities.

APPLY TODAY!

Welcome to

The only institution in the greater Washington, D.C. area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline.

Become an Artist Member

A new membership to support your visual and performing arts practice like none other. Designed by and for DC artists.

Become a Partner

Join a community of supporters in donating to the DC Arts Center. Our programming is made possible by your generosity.

The DC Arts Center

JOIN
OUR TEAM

The DC Arts Center is a small arts non-profit at a defining moment in our history — a time of change, growth, and expansion.

We're looking for more than someone to simply join our team. We're looking for someone to join our cause — someone excited by, and committed to, the hard work required in defining and sustaining a world-class arts institution. We’re looking for individuals ready to build our next chapter.

Full-time and part-time positions are available along with internship opportunities.

APPLY TODAY!

PERFORM
ON OUR STAGE!

The DC Arts Center is the only institution in the greater Washington, D.C., area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline, and since its founding, offers artists one of the only coveted accessible opportunities to perform in the heart of the nation’s capital.

Following historic renovations, The DC Arts Center is currently seeking artists and performing groups/organizations who would like to utilize the black box theater for performances throughout 2024.


APPLY TODAY

SUBMIT AN EXHIBITION FOR OUR NEWLY RENOVATED GALLERIES!

The DC Arts Center is the only institution in the greater Washington, D.C., area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline, and since its founding, offers artists one of the only coveted accessible opportunities to exhibit in the heart of the nation’s capital. Following historic renovations, The DC Arts Center is currently seeking applications for solo and group exhibitions.


APPLY TODAY

Welcome to

The DC
Arts Center

The only institution in the greater Washington, D.C. area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline.

Become an Artist Member

A new membership to support your visual and performing arts practice like none other. Designed by and for DC artists.

Become a Partner

Join a community of supporters in donating to the DC Arts Center. Our programing is made possible by your generosity.

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The DC Arts Center is a small arts non-profit at a defining moment in our history — a time of change, growth, and expansion.

We're looking for more than someone to simply join our team. We're looking for someone to join our cause — someone excited by, and committed to, the hard work required in defining and sustaining a world-class arts institution. We’re looking for individuals ready to build our next chapter.

Full-time and part-time positions are available along with internship opportunities.

APPLY TODAY!

SUBMIT AN EXHIBITION FOR OUR NEWLY RENOVATED GALLERIES!

The DC Arts Center is the only institution in the greater Washington, D.C., area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline, and since its founding, offers artists one of the only coveted accessible opportunities to exhibit in the heart of the nation’s capital. Following historic renovations, The DC Arts Center is currently seeking applications for solo and group exhibitions.


APPLY TODAY

PERFORM
ON OUR STAGE!

The DC Arts Center is the only institution in the greater Washington, D.C., area solely dedicated to fostering underrepresented artists in every discipline, and since its founding, offers artists one of the only coveted accessible opportunities to perform in the heart of the nation’s capital.

Following historic renovations, The DC Arts Center is currently seeking artists and performing groups/organizations who would like to utilize the black box theater for performances throughout 2024.


APPLY TODAY

As part of the DC Arts Center Curatorial initiative, curator FAITH McCorkle presents Da Cipher: responding to the call, an exhibition that connects the social freestyling space of the hip-hop cypher to the exploration of ancestral roots, investigating the Black experience through call-and-response rituals. Curated by Baltimore-based artist and cultural producer FAITH McCorkle, Da Cipher investigates the phonetics of the word “cypher,” inviting viewers to decipher hidden narratives within Black histories. The featured multidisciplinary artists create a thought-provoking space that elevates the complex interconnectedness within Black collective consciousness.

IN THE MAIN GALLERY
THE DC ARTS CENTER’S CURATORIAL INITIATIVE PRESENTS

Da Cipher: responding to the call

Curated By FAITH McCorkle
Mentor Curator: Jeffry Cudlin
Featuring: Geoffrey Edwards, Kalil “kllz” Hunter, Christina Marsh, and Jessica Valoris



SATURDAY, Mar. 23 - Apr. 21, 2024

IN THE MAIN GALLERY
THE DC ARTS CENTER’S CURATORIAL INITIATIVE PRESENTS

Da Cipher: responding to the call

Curated By FAITH McCorkle
Mentor Curator: Jeffry Cudlin
Featuring: janet e. dandridge, Julia Kwon, Fanni Somogyi, and Isabella Whitfield

SATURDAY Mar. 23 - Apr. 21, 2024

As part of The DC Arts Center Curatorial initiative, curator FAITh McCorkle presents Da Cipher: responding to the call, an exhibition that connects the social freestyling space of the hip-hop cypher to the exploration of ancestral roots, investigating the Black experience through call-and-response rituals. Curated by Baltimore-based artist and cultural producer FAITH McCorkle, Da Cipher investigates the phonetics of the word “cypher,” inviting viewers to decipher hidden narratives within Black histories. The featured multidisciplinary artists create a thought-provoking space that elevates the complex interconnectedness within Black collective consciousness.

Megan Maher is an artist whose solo exhibition in The DC Arts Center's Nano Gallery offers an exploration of the squiggle, a universal motif, on over 60 panels. Maher’s Mark dives into humanity's innate urge for mark-making, intertwining the universal with the personal, inviting viewers to find intricate details and deep connections in simple strokes. Drawing from her intuition and diverse experiences, Maher crafts a captivating dialogue between artist and observer. Discover, immerse, and connect with every line.

IN THE NANO GALLERY

Maher’s Mark

Featuring Work By Megan Maher
Curated by Jerry Truong

Feb. 16 - April 21, 2024

IN THE NANO GALLERY

Maher’s Mark

Featuring Work By Megan Maher
Curated by Jerry Truong

Feb. 16 - April 21, 2024

Megan Maher is an artist whose solo exhibition in The DC Arts Center's Nano Gallery offers an exploration of the squiggle, a universal motif, on over 60 panels. Maher’s Mark dives into humanity's innate urge for mark-making, intertwining the universal with the personal, inviting viewers to find intricate details and deep connections in simple strokes. Drawing from her intuition and diverse experiences, Maher crafts a captivating dialogue between artist and observer. Discover, immerse, and connect with every line.

Experience the inclusive spirit of WallMountables, one of Washington DC's most renowned artistic showcases presented by The DC Arts Center (DCAC). Since its establishment in 1989, DCAC has been committed to nurturing underrepresented artists, and WallMountables exemplifies this mission by providing a platform to celebrate and showcase the diverse and thriving creative community in the region.

During WallMountables, DCAC transforms its gallery walls into a dynamic floor-to-ceiling grid of 2-foot by 2-foot squares, serving as a unique canvas for artists to display their work. The result is a remarkable visual tapestry encompassing creations from children, students, self-taught artists, as well as emerging, mid, and late-career artists.

IN THE MAIN & NANO GALLERY

WallMountables
2023

DC’S Largest open community exhibition and The DC Arts Center’s annual fundraiser.
July 7 - August 6, 2023