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.

Capital Area Photographers presents How to Get Published

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Have you ever wondered how to get your wedding photographs published? Now is your chance to talk to wedding professionals who have insight that may help you. Capital Area Photographers will be hosting Amy Moeller, Editor in Chief of Washingtonian Bride & Groom, Tabitha Roberts, owner of the blog United with Love and Roberts and Co. Events, and Kelley Cannon, owner of Kelley Cannon Events as a panel to answer all your publishing questions.

Biennial Ikebana Exhibit

Studio 21 - The Art League Gallery

Sogetsu Ikebana is a three-dimensional artistic expression composed of flower and plant material arranged in a container.

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Ikebana Flower Arranging Demonstration

Studio 21 - The Art League Gallery

Join Sogetsu School member Sheila Advani for an Ikebana flower arranging demonstration in The Art League gallery.

Ikebana Flower Arranging Demonstration

Studio 21 - The Art League Gallery

School member Jane Redmon for an Ikebana flower arranging demonstration in The Art League gallery.

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.

Pride 2018 Art Studio Displays

Torpedo Factory Art Center

At any time during the month of June, stop by the Information Desk on the first floor or any participating studios to pick up your FREE map of Pride 2018 Art Studio Displays. Participating studio artists, galleries, and project spaces will display Pride-related artwork for to celebrate the achievements the Pride movement has achieved over the years, as well as the 30th anniversary of the City of Alexandria's first Pride Month back in 1988.

“Celebration” Pride 2018 Photo Exhibition and Reception

Torpedo Factory Art Center

In honor of National LGBTQ Pride Month and the 30th anniversary of the City of Alexandria's first Pride Month back in 1988, the Torpedo Factory Art Center celebrates the history of the LGBTQ movement with "Celebration," a photo exhibition of Pride celebrations and marches throughout the years, including rare images from the first New York City Pride March in 1970. Featuring the works of Lester Blum and Peter J. Robinson, Jr.

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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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