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 Studio Gallery, The Phillips Collection, Washington Studio School, ADA Art Gallery, Heurich House, and The Korean Cultural Center.
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IA&A at Hillyer
Artist Talk with Adjoa Burrowes
Thursday, December 18, 3 pm
Adjoa Burrowes will lead a gallery discussion about her exhibition titled, Earth Sanctuary. In her exhibition Burrowes seeks to celebrate the natural world and the legacy of African American women gardeners in Virginia through vibrant colors, texture, and rhythm.
Free to the public (a donation of $10 is suggested)
Washington Studio School
Thinking about taking classes at the Washington Studio School? Join us in our gallery for a special student Q&A session on Thursday, November 20th, from 7–8 PM. Hear directly from our students about their experiences and what it’s like to learn and be a part of our special WSS community. Also, gain information about our upcoming Winter Term 2026 course offerings. See you there!
Studio Gallery
Join us for November’s Third Thursday at Studio Gallery!
This month, enjoy two creative, hands-on workshops led by our exhibiting artists. From 6 to 8 PM, artist Chris Chernow will host an informal figure drawing session with a clothed model, providing an open, relaxed space to sketch, explore, and ask questions. At the same time, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM in the lower gallery, artist Elizabeth Curren will lead a flag book–making workshop, guiding participants in creating their very own handmade flag books.
All supplies will be provided, but seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early. Tickets are available now! Don’t miss this opportunity to create, connect, and interact with two of our talented exhibiting artists.
Figure drawing session tickets
Flag book-making workshop tickets
ADA Art Gallery
The Washington Center of ADA University, ADA Art Gallery, presents Light Works by Mira Hecht. Mira Hecht’s paintings explore life’s transience, fragility, and profound interconnection. Built through the slow layering of transparent veils of oil paint, her luminous abstractions reveal radiant color, depth, and a kaleidoscopic interplay of light. Light, both material and symbolic, is central to her work – illuminating form while embodying awareness, hope, and healing. Her work calls us to awaken to our shared vulnerability and to live with respect, compassion, and unity. The ADA Art Gallery is located at 1627 21st Street, NW, on the corner of 21st & R Street NW. @washingtoncenteradau.
