Holiday Festival

Torpedo Factory Art Center

On Alexandria's most festive weekend of the year, the Torpedo Factory joins the merriment with its annual Holiday Festival. After the Scottish Walk and before the Holiday Boat Parade of Lights on the Potomac, the Torpedo Factory Art Center will be open for visitors who want to buy handmade, one-of-a-kind unique and artful gifts.

The Migration Project

Torpedo Factory Art Center

The Torpedo Factory Art Center presents The Migration Project, the latest work by Jane Franklin Dance, as part of our Community Partnership Program.

$25

Jihee Kang: Post-Graduate Resident Talk

Studio 12 - MFA Post-Grad Residents 105 N. Union St., Alexandria, VA

As her post-graduate residency comes to a close, Jihee Kang talks with moderator Amelia Hankin about her experiences during her time at the Torpedo Factory. Hear her speak about how Alexandria inspired her work and process, and her thoughts on the future of art in the DMV.

Capital Area Photographers present Blair deLaubenfels

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Capital Area Photographers welcome guest speaker, Blair DeLaubenfels, as part of our Community Partnership Program. A co-owner of the new online art gallery Prints.ly, a creative consultant to top photographers, and a former founder of Junebug Weddings, Blair deLaubenfels turns businesses around with her unique perspective on marketing, sales, and time-management.

Late Shift at the Factory: darlingdance

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Inspired by performance art, theatre, and the storytelling nature of art, Late Shift at the Factory celebrates the live experience in all its forms. For the inaugural event, the Torpedo Factory Art Center welcomes darlingdance for an exclusive look at their new performance BABE (Expansion Pack), followed by a Q&A with the performance troupe moderated by Director Hayley Cutler.

$10

Paras Kaul: Brain to Computer Interfacing for Well-Being

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Washington DC ACM SIGGRAPH is a non-profit, professional computer graphics organization serving the Washington metropolitan area. Its mission is to foster the synthesis of art and technology while promoting and educating the computer graphics and interactive media community through the exchange of printed and electronic information and innovative ideas.

7th Annual March150 Art Party

Studio 2 - Target Gallery

Target Gallery’s popular annual exhibition and art sale, March150, returns. Proceeds benefit the Gallery’s special exhibitions and programs.

Jay Hendrick: Post-Graduate Resident Talk

Studio 12 - MFA Post-Grad Residents 105 N. Union St., Alexandria, VA

Jay Hendrick (George Mason University MFA ’15) completes his three-month post-MFA residency at the end of March. Hear about the art projects, artist collaborations, and workshops he developed during his time at the Torpedo Factory.

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Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N. Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Email: [email protected]
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Open Daily

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.

Studio and Gallery Hours

Artists maintain their own studio hours. It's best to confirm availability before your visit.

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