National Gallery of Art
4th St. & Constitution Ave., NW
Washington, DC
10:00 Am – 5:00 PM
www.nga.gov
No photography exhibits at this time
National Archives Museum
700 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC
www.archivesfoundation.org
Power and Light: Russell Lee’s Coal Survey – March 16, 2024 – Dec. 7, 2025
The exhibit features a collection of photographs that explore the under-researched and never-before-exhibited images of those who helped build our nation post-WWII.
Multiple Exposures Gallery
The Torpedo Factory Art Center, Studio 312
105 Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.multipleexposuresgallery.com
Mon-Sun 11 am – 5 pm
Small Stories – Group Show – July 1 – August 3, 2025
Previous photographic exhibits may also be viewed online at www.multipleexposuresgallery.com under Exhibitions – Virtual Galleries.
Glen Echo Photoworks
7300 MacArthur Blvd.
Glen Echo, MD
301-634-2274
Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday 1-4 PM
Frank “Tico” Herrera Memorial Exhibition – June 27- Aug. 3, 2025
Award winning photographer and founding member of Photoworks highlights his passion for creating images globally and in his home stat of West Virginia.
National Portrait Gallery
Eighth & G Streets
Washington, DC 20001
www.npg.si.edu
Mon-Sun. 11:30 am – 7:00 pm
Star Power: Photographs from Hollywood’s Golden Age, by George Hurrell –
Through January 4, 2026
The preeminent photographer created timeless images of Hollywood’s most glamorous icons of the 1930s and 1940s.
From Shadow to Substance: Grand-Scale Portraits During Photography’s Formative Years – June 20, 2025 – June 7, 2026
The exhibit traces the evolution of the grand-scale, whole-plate format from the high-end daguerreotype to the mid-range ambrotype to the more affordable tintype.
The Outwin 2025: American Portraiture Today – Oct. 18 – Aug. 30 2026
Features thirty-five portraits from the museum’s seventh triennial Outwin Boochever Portrait competition.
National Museum of African American History & Culture
1400 Constitution Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20560
Mon: 12:00PM – 5:30 PM; Tues – Sun. 10:00AM – 5:30PM
Free Timed-Entry Passes Required
Forces for Change: Mary McLeod and Black Women’s Activism
July 19, 2024 – Ongoing
Featuring 75 images, artifacts and multimedia film, the exhibit illuminates connections across time to Black women changemakers who continue Mary McLeod Bethune’s social justice legacy.
Anacostia Community Museum
1901 Fort Place, SE
Washington, DC
(202) 633-4820
Open Daily 10AM – 5PM
www.anacostia.si.edu
ACM Main Gallery
Bold and Beautiful Vision: A Century of Black Arts Education in Washington, DC, 1900-2000 – current until January 4, 2026
Through original artworks, rare video footage, photography and artistic artifacts, A Bold and Beautiful Vision traces the story of teachers and students who made Washington, DC a truly unparalled center for Black arts education.
Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
1050 Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC
Floor B2, Gallery 28
Daily 10 am to 5:30 pm
www.si.edu/museums/sackler-gallery
Body Transformed: Contemporary South Asian Photographs and Prints – through Aug. 17, 2025
The exhibit focuses on the human form and the expressive power of photography and print media to offer ways to examine the place of the individual in contemporary society. Note: contains images that may not be appropriate for all audiences.
National Museum of the American Indian
4th Street and Independence Ave., SW
Washington, DC
https://www.si.edu/exhibitions/insights-photos-and-stories-archives-exhib-6780
Features images from the Archives Center presenting an intimate view of indigenous lives across the Western Hemisphere. Each insightful photo has a story to tell, depicting everyday aspects of Native American life.
Museum of Fine Arts – Washington County
401 Museum Drive, City Park
Hagerstown, MD 21740
301-739-5727
https://wcmfa.org/contact-us/
Frida Kahlo: Picturing an Icon – June 14 – Oct. 5, 2025
This major exhibition of 115 rare and insightful photos selected from Frida’s private albums introduces us to her complex, enthralling and often heartbreaking life.
Washington Post
Photography section: https://www.washingtonpost.com/photography/
Going Out Guide: https://www.washingtonpost.com/goingoutguide/
Art Section: https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/art
EVENTS
The Butterfly Experience at Brookside Gardens – Current through Sept. 21
Hundreds of live butterflies from North America, Costa Rica, Africa, and Asia flutter about among colorful flowers in the South Conservatory House. Timed tickets required.
www.brooksidegardens.ticketsauce.com
Smithsonian Folklife Festival – July 2-7
National Mall
www.festival.si.edu
This year’s theme is Youth and the Future of Culture
July 4th Fireworks in Washington DC
https://washington.org/visit-dc/top-spots-catch-fireworks-washington-dc
July 4th Fireworks in Montgomery County
https://visitmontgomery.com/blo/festivals-events/fourth-of-july-fireworks
Friday Evening Parades at the Marine Barracks – through Aug. 22
Marine Barracks, 8th & I Streets SE, Washington, DC
www.barracks.marines.mil
Free, but reservations are required through the above link.
Gates open at 7 PM, parade begins at 8:45
A unique tradition that has been held at the Marine Barracks for over 60 years. The 75-minute ceremony showcases the pride, professionalism and esprit de corps of the Marine Corps.
Marine Corps Sunset Parade at Iwo Jima Memorial – Tuesdays through August 5
Iwo Jima Memorial
Arlington, VA
Free – 7:00 PM
https://cherryblossomwatch/exploredc/marine-corps-sunset-parade-iwo-jima-memorial/
A tradition since 1956, the famed Marine Corps Silent Drill team is a highlight, but the parade also features the Marine Drum and Bugle Corps. Click the link for full details.
National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race – July 12, 2025
Downtown Frederick – 12 Noon
https://www.highwheelrace.com/about-the-race
Free
The only race of its kind in North America. Racers from all over the world will be riding antique or modern high wheel bicycles along a 0.4 mile course in downtown Frederick. Visit the link for race schedule and parking options.
Lotus and Water Lily Festival – July 18 – 20
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens
1550 Anacostia Ave., NE
Washington, DC
https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/lotus-and-water-lily-festival.htm
Sunset Polo at Great Meadow – every Saturday through Sept. 13
5089 Old Tavern Road
The Plains, VA 20198
Tickets – online $25/car; at the gate $30/car
https://sunset-polo.com
Bring a picnic dinner and get some action photos while watching teams compete for the little white ball, hoping to score a goal.
The Maryland State Fair – Aug. 21-24: Aug. 28-Sept; Sept. 4-7
Maryland State Fairgrounds
Timonium, MD
https://marylandstatefair.com
Montgomery County Agricultural Fair – Aug. 8 – 16
Perry Parkway
Gaithersburg, MD
https://mcagfair.com
Waterman’s Appreciation Day – Aug. 10
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum 10am – 4pm
213 North Talbot St
St. Michaels, MD
Admission: $22 Adults, $19 Seniors (65+), see more discount prices on website
https://cbmm.org/event/watermens-appreciation-day/
Activities include an extreme boat docking contest, steamed crabs straight from the Bay, live music and family activities.
Maryland Renassaince Festival – Aug. 23 – Sept. 28 (weekends)
Crownsville, MD
https://www.renfest.com
Free admission for seniors (62+) on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1
The Great Frederick Fair – Sept. 12 – 20
Frederick Fairgrounds
Frederick, MD
https://thegreatfrederickair.com