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LATE NIGHT: A SOUTH FORTY

August 14 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$20

LATE NIGHT: A SOUTH FORTY

Thursday, August 14 | 6 to 9 pm

Celebrate the spirit of Southern design and culture at the Museum’s summer Late Night, inspired by the exhibition A South Forty: Contemporary Architecture and Design in the American South.

Enjoy a live performance by acclaimed guitarist Yasmin Williams, learn the basics of two-step dancing, and sample whiskey from the women-owned Republic Restoratives Distillery. All first-floor exhibitions will be open throughout the evening, so you can wander the galleries, take in cutting-edge Southern design, and reflect on the stories of place, resilience, and transformation that shape the region.

LIVE PERFORMANCE BY YASMIN WILLIAMS

Take in a live performance by acclaimed guitarist Yasmin Williams, whose unique sound will set the perfect tone for the evening. Then, keep the energy going as you learn the basics of two-step dancing!

ENJOY FOOD & DRINK

Savor the flavors of the South with tasty offerings from our on-site vendors! Sip and snack your way through favorites like Republic Restoratives Distillery, Vintage Views Bar, Rocklands BBQ, and Roaming Rooster.

EXPLORE THE EXHIBITION

A South Forty, an exhibition organized and curated by The Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, University of Arkansas, is devoted to the vibrant, distinctive contemporary architecture and design practices of the American South.

Special Thanks to Presenting+ Sponsor Amazon. Additional support provided by Capital One, and Room & Board.

Venue

National Building Museum
410 F Street NW
Washington, DC
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