Now on view at The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, a celebration of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The photograph (at right) of King was taken in November 1960, shortly after King’s release from Georgia’s notorious Reidsville Penitentiary, where he was imprisoned… Read More
The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) celebrated Entertainment Studios’ film Hostiles for its culturally accurate portrayal of Native peoples with a special DC screening. NCAI partnered with The Native Networkers (TNN) and the National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) to host the screening of the feature… Read More
Exhibits of historic culture are always some of our favorites. But a living exhibit? That’s something to get really excited about! Tuku Iho | Living Legacy kicks off at the Smithsonian July 22-30, and features Maori performers, dancers, tattoo artists, wood carvers, bronze works and weaponry displays. And don’t miss… Read More
The first-ever National Geographic Explorers festival was held June 15th-June 18th here in Washington. The celebration brought together storytellers, explorers, conservationists, scientists and many others together to share how their exploration and discoveries continue to change the world. The week was capped off with the… Read More
A sold-out crowd enjoyed authentic dishes representing the native countries of 27 embassy chefs at the 9th annual Events DC Embassy Chef Challenge presented by TCMA (A Drew company). Six more nations represented themselves at a new ‘Sips and Sweets’ pavilion, offering guests a glimpse into… Read More
Agave is an ingredient that is still rather exotic in the United States, but there is one form of it that tequila fans can fall in love with. The Mexican Cultural Institute played host to an event on Monday evening featuring Montelobos Mezcal Ambassador Camille Austin and… Read More
Chamber Dance Project’s 1920s jazz-themed Bash Magnifique Gala Benefit was held last Saturday at the Historic Decatur House. Over 150 guests, dressed in their dapper flapper best, enjoyed cocktails, meeting CDP artists and participating in a silent auction. After dinner, guests were treated to a preview of CDP’s… Read More
Mary Wilson of The Supremes recently returned to Blues Alley for a weekend of performances. K Street Magazine caught up with the renowned talent, a once-upon-a-time resident of Washington, as she remembered performing in places rich with history, like the Apollo and Blues Valley, back… Read More
Your Mardi Gras plans just got a little more exciting. Black Jack and Tilt Sidebar have officially announced that Mardi Grad Fest will return from Saturday Feb. 25 to Tuesday Feb. 28th. Here’s how you can make the most your Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday… Read More
The expectations are high for any Chinese dance performance given New York-based Shen Yun’s ubiquitous Metro-area advertising campaign. But China National Opera & Dance Drama Theater’s “Confucius,” staged at the Kennedy Center’s Opera House January 13, 14, and 15, did not disappoint. The show follows the… Read More
