THIRD THURSDAY
On every third Thursday of the month, Hillyer is open for extended hours between 5 and 8 p.m. During this time, visitors can view our current exhibitions and/or participate in public programs and events. You can also enjoy Third Thursday at The Phillips Collection, The Korean Cultural Center, The Studio Gallery, ADA Art Gallery and the Washington Studio School. To find each location, download the map.
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Artist Talk with Khánh Lê
Thursday, May 16, 6:15 p.m.
Free to the public ($8 donation is suggested)
During our monthly “Third Thursday” program, Khánh Lê will lead an artist talk about his exhibition From This Moment. In his exhibition, Lê works with fragmented memories to create new stories using scrapbooking and mixed-media materials. Take this special opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Lê’s work and creative process.
This program is organized in recognition of National Heritage Month to celebrate Vietnamese diaspora culture.
Studio Gallery
“Provincetown” by Robert Cwiok
Third Thursday at Studio Gallery
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 5 to 6 p.m.
During our “Third Thursday” program from 5 – 6pm, Studio Gallery presents The Promise of Dawn, a solo exhibit by Thierry Guillemin on the upper level of our historic gallery. Curated by Gaby Mizes, this show features paintings of morning light with soundscapes by Jim Metzner. On our lower level, artist Iza Thomas presents her exhibit TEARS ENOUGH TO DROWN ME BUT I SWIM, curated by Gaby Mizes, with paintings about the complex duality of womanhood accompanied by poetry written by Suresh Thomas. Elizabeth McNeil Harris’ lush drawings of fruit can be viewed in The Colors of Fruit (curated by Gaby Mizes) with assorted poetry. In the Garden Gallery is Woman │Artist, a Studio Gallery staff show featuring Atiya Dorsey, Lydia Embry, Halley Sun Stubis, and Samantha Van Heest.
The Phillips Collection
“The Rothko Room” by Carl Nard
Third Thursday at the Phillips
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 5 to 8 p.m.
Visit The Phillips Collection on Third Thursdays during our free extended hours from 5-8 pm. Explore Bonnard’s Worlds, Jennifer Bartlett: In and Out of the Garden, Up Close with Paul Cezanne, and our permanent collection galleries.
The Washington Studio School
Photography by Elnur Babayev
Photography by Elnur Babayev
Thursday, April 18, 5 to 8 p.m.
The Washington Center of ADA Art Gallery, an extension of ADA University’s Art Program, will present a photography exhibition by Elnur Babayev. To learn more about the artist, visit his website here.
The Washington Center of ADA University, 501(c)3 aims to promote social, fraternal, and networking opportunities, facilitate education activities, and advance cultural ties between the United States and Azerbaijan.
Find us at 1627 21st Street, NW & R Street NW
@WashingtonCenterADAU
The Washington Studio School
Art by Mike O’Brien
Inglenook Gallery Grand Opening featuring HOUSEWARMING
Thursday, April 18, 7 to 9 p.m.
Things are heating up at Washington Studio School! Join us on Third Thursday, April 18th from 7 to 9pm to celebrate the Grand Opening of our Inglenook Gallery — a new micro-gallery located in our first floor fireplace! We’re kicking the opening off with the installation Housewarming, a solo show featuring handcrafted miniature wood works by Mike O’Brien. In his latest series on wood panels, Mike combines childhood cartoons with American traditional tattoos, exploring symbols Click here to explore more of Mike’s artwork.
No RSVP required. This event is free and open to the public.
The Korean Cultural Center
“Nature’s Echo” promotional flyer from KCCDC
Third Thursday at the Korean Cultural Center
The Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. (KCCDC) is will not be open on Third Thursday in April.
