Events

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.

Art and Light

An afternoon celebration of art, music, dance, and light.

Chamber Music with the Beau Soir Ensemble

Torpedo Factory Art Center

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

Torpedo Factory Art Center

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

Torpedo Factory Art Center

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

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

Torpedo Factory Art Center

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.

Torpedo Talk: Caring for Art

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Now that I've bought it, how do I care for it? From prints to sculpture, books to scarfs, all works of art need to be properly maintained to prolong their life and beauty.

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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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Artists maintain their own studio hours. It's best to confirm availability before your visit.

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