Workshops on the Waterfront: Tintype Photos with Jenny Ruley
Torpedo Factory Art CenterEnjoy a free art demonstration with a Torpedo Factory Art Center artist at the Waterfront entrance of the Art Center.
Enjoy a free art demonstration with a Torpedo Factory Art Center artist at the Waterfront entrance of the Art Center.
As we have now past the one-year mark of COVID-19 shut-downs in the United States, this exhibition will provide a catharsis, for artists and viewers alike, to take in and share in works that highlight the very specific reality that we have experienced.
End the summer with a time to reset and recharge. Enjoy conversation, music, and art activities at the Late Shift's REFRESH.
In celebration of the 12th Annual Alexandria Sidewalk Sale, Torpedo Factory Art Center is offering select artworks from our resident artists up to 20% off. Explore both our Union Street and Waterfront boardwalk entrances. Additional artworks will be available to browse inside.
Join us at the Waterfront entrance with artist Joey Wade (Studio 307) as he talks about patterns and nature in design and how he uses theses inspirations in wood carvings. Joey will provide demos of pattern designs with crayons, using a wax resist technique with watercolors and water-soluble markers. Take part in creating watercolor paper postcards to send to friends.
This is the third in a series of virtual art talks started last year focused on BIPOC artists and their experiences providing and receiving allyship to other minority artists in the Alexandria/DC region, as well as their accounts of the arts scene -- where it's improved, where it needs improvement, and where it can go from here.
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Join artist Alison Sigethy (Studio 335) on the Waterfront as she provides demonstrations of her glass art making process from 1-3pm!
As her three-month post-grad residency comes to a close, Eliza Clifford talks with moderator Leslie Mounaime, curator of exhibitions, about her experiences during her time in the Post-Grad Studio.
The Art Center's signature evening series returns with eclectic art and activities. In among three floors of open artists' studios, find gallery receptions, stimulating artist talks, pop-up performances, hands-on projects, lively music, and more.
An Alexandria tradition for more than a quarter-century, Art Safari returns for an in-person day of activities for kids and families for the first time since 2019! Join for outdoor Waterfront art activities and select projects in the Grand Hall of the building.
This special exhibition features 70 original works by artists local to greater DC metropolitan region. Each piece is priced no more than $1,000. It's a great way to support the region's artists, as they receive 70% of the proceeds.
Visit Daily | 10 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.
Artists maintain their own studio hours. It's best to confirm availability before your visit.