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Second Friday: Spring Welcome

March 13 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Every 2nd Friday of the month through October 2026, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is open late. This month we’re embracing the start of Spring with an evening of art, music, and creative energy, kicking off the 2026 series!  

 

Meet our Alexandria Natural Resources Team | Grand Hall |7 – 10 pm  

Get to know Alexandria’s Natural Resources Team and learn about the upcoming Spring Ephemeral Nature Walk.  

 

Dried Flower Postcards | Grand Hall & Studio 229 |7 -10 pm 

Spring is on the way – welcome spring by creating dried flowers post cards! We will use pressed and dried flowers and leaves to create handmade cards for all different occasions. 

 

Drop-in Drawing Workshop | Studio 314 | 7-10pm 

Through April, Avery Schoenberger is our Post-Grad Artist in Residence in Studio 314. Check out their studio during 2nd Friday and see their work and learn a bit about drawing from observation. Avery will be teaching participants to draw from a still life in their studio. 

 

Printmaking Demo | Grand Hall | 7- 10 pm 

TFAC artist Samantha Shelton will demonstrate linocut block printing with an etching press and have various printed works available for purchase. 

 

Kinetic Crafting with the Mobile Art Lab | Grand Hall | 7 – 10 pm 

Join the Mobile Art Lab in creating a kinetic craft to spring into the new season! 

 

Spring Temporary Tattoos | 3rd Floor Landing | 7-10 pm 

Temporary tattoos will be available referencing Silas Baker’s colorful mural at TFAC. 

 

Acoustic Guitar with Jarrett Laskey | Grand Hall | 7-10 pm 

 

Details

Date:
March 13
Time:
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N. Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Email: torpedofactory@alexandriava.gov
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Visit Daily10 a.m. - 6 p.m.*

Masks are optional for visitors, artists, and staff, though may be required in some studios and galleries. Check Today’s Hours for expanded information.

The Torpedo Factory Art Center is closed for New Year's Day, Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

* Periodic 5 p.m. closure for private events. See dates on Today’s Hours.

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