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Aug 31, 2022

Children’s Sidewalk Art Sparks Kerfuffle Over ‘Graffiti’ In Takoma Park

File under: very Takoma Park things. This stretch of sidewalk has led to hundreds of comments in private groups, a petition, and spirited debate among city residents and officials.

Aug 29, 2022

The Cursed Wendy’s At Dave Thomas Circle Is Getting A Glow Up, Courtesy Of The DC Walls Festival

The annual mural painting event in Northeast D.C. is going to cover the infamous former fast-food restaurant in art, at least until it’s torn down.

Feb 16, 2022

The 11th Street Bridge Park’s First Public Artwork Has Been Selected

The multi-million-dollar project, which will feature five commissioned artworks, is now set to open in 2025.

Aug 19, 2020

A Huge New Ida B. Wells Portrait In Union Station Will Honor The 19th Amendment

This week marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the amendment, which granted women the right to vote.

Jul 29, 2019

The Story Behind The New Chicken And Egg Sculpture In NoMa

The poultry-themed display hearkens back to the neighborhood’s history.

Aug 08, 2018

What Are Those Giant Wheels At CityCenter? Art!

They’re part rowing machine, part flip book, and part hamster wheel.

Jul 27, 2018

15 New Art-Covered Recycling Trucks Are Hitting The D.C. Streets

The first two rolled out on Friday morning.

Jun 20, 2018

The By The People Festival Wants To Be The Next South By Southwest

The four-day festival charged artists, performers, and speakers to focus on the themes of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.”

Jan 11, 2017

New Outdoor Exhibit Raises Awareness, Concerns About Street Harassment

The U Street exhibit is part of D.C.’s Vision Zero plan to reduce traffic fatalities by 2024.

Feb 29, 2016

Photos: Giant, Luminescent Bunnies Hop Up At The Yards Park

The temporary installation will be on view through March 6.

 
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