Morrison House Presents: Betti Pettinati-Longinotti

Visiting artist Betti Pettinati-Longinotti has been creating a series of portraits with vitreous painting on glass. For the September Morrison House Presents program, she will talk about her series as well as the history of this technique.

Chamber Music with the Beau Soir Ensemble

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Harp, flute and viola trio Beau Soir Ensemble returns to the Torpedo Factory Art Center for a night of classical and Irish music. This concert is free and open to the public. Part of the Torpedo Factory Art Center's Community Partnership program.

The Friends of the Torpedo Factory Mentorship Program Culminating Exhibition

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An exhibition of student work will be on view in Studio 8 and the main hall for the culminating exhibition for the 2016 Mentor’s Program, organized and hosted by the Friends of the Torpedo Factory Art Center. Each of the participating students spent this school year partnered with one of the Torpedo Factory’s resident artists to develop their skills and techniques.

Meet the students and their resident-artist mentors for a reception on Saturday, April 9, 12 - 2 pm.

Ice Carving in April with Tatyana Schremko

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Join us for a Sunday afternoon ice carving demonstration and talk with Torpedo Factory sculptor Tatyana Schremko (Studio 32).

Night of Honor

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Beyond the pomp and circumstance, what does it mean to have served?  This night celebrates the opening of the exhibition “Perspective Shift: What it Means to Serve,” a filming of "Highest Honor" Veterans Day Banner Project, and spoken poems and music by active and retired service members. 

La Biennale di Venezia: A Torpedo Factory Review with Mirella Belshe & Guests

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Join us on Thursday, February 22 for a special evening talk about the 2017 Venice Biennale through the perspective of Torpedo Factory artist Mirella Belshe (Studio 27) and a panel of invited guests. Hear a firsthand account of one of the art world's most respected events, featuring photo highlights and personal anecdotes from the biennial celebration. Presented in partnership with the Friends of the Torpedo Factory and the Torpedo Factory Artists' Association.

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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.

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