Open Studio—December

Schedule

Sat Dec 27 2025 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Independence Avenue at Seventh Street, SW, Washington D.C., DC, United States, Washington, District of Columbia 20024 | Washington, DC

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FREE. No reservations or tickets required.
Start the fall with crisp opportunities for artistic expression every weekend in September at Open Studio. Discover how you can use art to explore your identity, find your power, and change the world! Collaborate or craft your own artwork to take home. Each week will introduce new ideas and creative challenges.
📍 GENERAL INFO
Meet in the Hirshhorn Art School on the lower level. Stroller parking is available in the Hirshhorn Lobby and on the Lower Level.
For a group of 10 or more, please contact [email protected] to reserve a program in advance.
🎨 THEMES
- Dec. 6: Lively Constructs
- Dec. 13: Art in Motion
- Dec. 20: Artistic Reflections
- Dec. 27: Found Around Town
♿ VISITOR ACCESSIBILITY
If there are access services or accommodations that can improve your experience (e.g., ASL interpretation, live captioning, etc.), please contact [email protected]; one to two weeks of advance notice is recommended but not required.
🖌️ ABOUT OPEN STUDIO
Let your creativity run wild at Open Studio, our all-day art-making adventure at the Hirshhorn! Drop in and explore modern and contemporary art through interactive, hands-on activities inspired by the Hirshhorn collection and remarkable artworks on view. Open Studio helps you transform your ideas into reality.
Every session introduces a new theme and a fresh perspective on artmaking. Activities are designed to captivate everyone—from budding young artists to seasoned creators—allowing you to craft, create, and learn throughout the entire day.
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