The Late Shift: Folklore
Torpedo Factory Art CenterOctober is the time for stories, traditions, and folklore. It's also National Arts & Humanities Month. Hear old familiar tales and create new stories.
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Erin Devine: Contrab(r)and
Torpedo Factory Art CenterPerformance artist Erin Devine debuts a new work in response to the 100th anniversary of the groundbreaking of the Torpedo Factory. Titled "Contrab(r)and" this piece focuses on the tragic story of slavery and capitalism during the age of war.
The Late Shift: 100
Torpedo Factory Art CenterCelebrate 100 years since the groundbreaking of the building that made the Alexandria Waterfront.
The Late Shift: Connect the Dots
Torpedo Factory Art CenterThe region is bursting with fresh talent and new artists from Virginia, D.C., and Maryland. They converge for a lively night of music and art.
The Late Shift: Art in Motion
Torpedo Factory Art CenterEvery second Friday, enjoy gallery talks, artist receptions, music, live performances, hands-on artmaking, and three floors of open artists' studios. Shake off the frost and get moving this winter. Celebrate the art of motion with kinetic activities and performances by artists and local vendors. Bring your friends and start the year off creatively.
The Late Shift: Love & Ritual
Torpedo Factory Art CenterEvery second Friday, enjoy gallery talks, artist receptions, music, live performances, hands-on artmaking, and three floors of open artists' studios. In February, spread love through art, music, and healing arts.
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The Late Shift: Strength in Unity
Torpedo Factory Art CenterEvery second Friday, enjoy gallery talks, artist receptions, music, live performances, hands-on artmaking, and three floors of open artists' studios. For Women’s History Month, hail the accomplishments of women in the arts and culture. Independent curator Amy Lokoff co-curates the evening. Also, sneak a peek and build your wish list for the 9th Annual March150 Special Exhibition and Art Sale.
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March150: 9th Annual Special Exhibition & Art Sale
Studio 2 - Target GalleryTarget Gallery’s popular annual exhibition and art sale, March150, returns to the Torpedo Factory Art Center for the 9th year. Proceeds benefit future exhibitions and programs at Target Gallery and the Art Center.
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The Late Shift: Art on the Horizon
Torpedo Factory Art CenterLook towards the future with a night of new and innovative art and ideas. Meet up-and-coming talent during Target Gallery’s opening for the 2019 Emerging Artists exhibition. Explore Mirror Mirror, a new temporary public art installation at King Street Park at the Waterfront by New York based design studio SOFTlab.
The Late Shift: Alexandria Creates
Torpedo Factory Art CenterAlexandria is a vibrant and creative collection of neighborhoods and cultures. It’s one of the top 25 most diverse cities in the country and is located in the nation’s most vibrant arts region. Celebrate our home town and take part in its next renaissance.
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The Late Shift: Summer Party
Torpedo Factory Art CenterEvery second Friday, enjoy gallery talks, artist receptions, music, live performances, hands-on artmaking, and three floors of open artists' studios.