Suh Yongsun in the New Project Studio

Studio 8 - New Project Studio

Over the course of three months, Korean painter and sculptor Suh Yongsun will transform the New Project Studio into a workshop and community space for discussions and creativity.

The Late Shift: Brand New Day

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Welcome 2018 with a spirited celebration of art, music, and dance.

The Late Shift: Uncovering the Waterfront

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Artists and innovators team up for a night of unearthed secrets, music, and trivia celebrating our region's rich history.

Shadé Reneé in the New Project Studio

Studio 8 - New Project Studio

Experimentation/Exploration is a partnership with Olly Olly to provide support and mentorship for a local emerging artist: Shadé Reneé. Stop by her studio between March 2 - April 29. Stop by to Meet the Artist on Friday March 9, 7 - 11 pm, part of the Late Shift Art Night.

The Late Shift: Sneak Peek

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Sneak a peek and build your wishlist at a special preview of the 2018 March150 Special Exhibition & Art Sale. Pop in the New Project Studio to celebrate emerging artists in the region during a reception with Olly Olly, a new alternative art space in the City of Fairfax. 

Geospatial Mapping with Washington DC ACM SIGGRAPH

Torpedo Factory Art Center

The Washington DC Chapter of ACM SIGGRAPH in collaboration with the Torpedo Factory Art Center presents Geospatial Mapping with Craig Brower and Isaac Zaworski of VRICON. Isaac and Craig will conduct an interactive discussion on all things geospatial to include, how geospatial mapping technology, along with satellite imagery, has changed the face of traditional mapping techniques as well as how the technology has become part of our everyday lives.  From cell phones to satellites, we will explore how geospatial mapping has changed the way we view our world.

Architecture, Design, and Cultural Space

Cultural and public spaces are where social values can be expressed in real time. Three panelists, Ronit Eisenbach, Philippa Hughes and Khara James, will share their experiences with the design of various cultural spaces. Part of Virginia Architecture Week and the 2018 Women in Architecture Lecture Series.

$20

The Late Shift: What is Art?

Celebrate the work of some of the region's best up-and-coming talent during the opening for Target Gallery's Emerging Artists exhibition. Meet the exhibition jurors and featured artists and hear them talk about their artwork. Mix and mingle with the Factory Society young-patrons group.

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Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N. Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
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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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