Opening Reception: Suh Yongsun (w/special guests Three EyEs)

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Join us on Friday, December 15 for a reception for Suh Yongsun, in partnership with the Korean Cultural Center and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, and live performance with Three EyEs, as part of Torpedo Factory's Late Shift Art Night, 7 pm - 11 pm.

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.

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. 

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.

The Late Shift: Art on the Edge

New and Cutting-Edge art from artists across the region, as well as artists from Torpedo Factory. Stop by for opening receptions, special artist projects, and new media, including videos, performance art, and augmented reality. The Late Shift is a free monthly after-hours series featuring exhibition receptions, music, live performances, artist talks, and more. Select Fridays, 7 - 11 pm.

The Late Shift: Art Rock City

Torpedo Factory Art Center

In June, welcome Jurors Jarvis DuBois, Independent Curator and Carolina Mayorga, D.C.-based Artist; for a talk about Caroline Hatfield, the solo artist selected for Target Gallery’s competitive 2018 Open Call for Solo Exhibition. Join Alexis Gomez for a talk looking back on his three months in the Post-Grad Residency studio. Join the American Geosciences Institute for "Rock" related artist demonstrations. Celebrate Pride Month with NOVA Pride and Safe Space NOVA.

The Late Shift is a free monthly after-hours series featuring exhibition receptions, music, live performances, artist talks, and more. Select Fridays, 7 – 11 pm.

The Late Shift: Bright Nights

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Summer is the time for get-togethers and music after-hours.  Tonight, the Torpedo Factory Art Center keeps its doors open late and comes alive with performances and art to celebrate the night on the waterfront.

The Late Shift: Bright Nights

Target Gallery’s summer exhibition, Illuminate, plays with the dynamics of light in the darkness. The gallery opening comes alive with performances and art to celebrate the night on the waterfront.

The Late Shift: Summer Fling

Close out summer with a good ol' fashioned dance party covering the nearly five decades of the Art Center. Enjoy classic summer treats and games, feel-good pop hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and more. Put on your boogie shoes or blue suede shoes and get footloose with us!  Retro dress highly encouraged.

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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.

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