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SUMMARY:She Speaks: Black Women Artists and the Power of Historical Memory
DESCRIPTION:The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum proudly announces its newest exhibition\, She Speaks: Black Women Artists and the Power of Historical Memory–a visionary presentation that examines the 250-year history of the United States of America through a Black Feminist lens. This exhibition brings together a powerful constellation of contemporary Maryland-based and internationally recognized Black women artists whose deeply personal and politically charged works bear witness to the past\, illuminate its impact on the present\, and conjure Afrofuturist visions. \nThrough a diverse range of media—including collage\, painting\, print\, photography\, textile\, installation\, and time-based media—She Speaks acknowledges Black women as active participants in the making of this country rather than passive bystanders\, highlighting artists who operate as historians\, archivists\, and scholars to tell their stories. Presented alongside rarely seen archival materials and family heirlooms\, the exhibition highlights the pivotal role Black women have played in shaping and preserving this nation since the Revolutionary era\, while envisioning liberated futures through cosmic speculation. \nFeatured artists include Elizabeth Catlett\, Alanna Fields\, Dr. Joan M. E. Gaither\, Charlyn Griffith-Oro\, Khaleelah I. L. Harris\, Martha Jackson Jarvis\, Fabiola Jean-Louis\, Jeannine Kayembe-Oro\, Zsudayka Nzinga\, Ada Pinkston\, Beverly Price\, Faith Ringgold\, Noreen Smith\, Darlene R. Taylor\, Jessica Valoris\, Savannah G. M. Wood\, and Alisha B. Wormsley. \nAs the nation collectively commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence through coordinated national\, Maryland 250\, and Annapolis 250 initiatives\, this exhibition enters the conversation by expanding how American history is remembered and told. By retracing and reinterpreting these histories through the voices of Black women\, the exhibition challenges audiences to consider whose stories have been preserved\, and whose have yet to be fully recognized. \nShe Speaks is curated by Martina Dodd\, BDTM Curator of Collections and Exhibitions\, with curatorial support from Leslie Rose\, Exhibit Manager. Lending institutions include Academy Art Museum\, Galerie Myrtis\, Howard University Gallery of Art\, Washington\, D.C.\, James E. Lewis Museum of Art\, and Reginald F. Lewis Museum. \nShe Speaks will open to the public with an Opening Reception and Black History Month celebration on Saturday\, February 7\, 2026. The exhibition will remain on view through January 16\, 2027\, with interpretive programming offered throughout the year to further engage with the exhibition’s themes of history\, memory\, resistance\, and Black women’s enduring contributions to the nation’s cultural and civic life.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/she-speaks-black-women-artists-and-the-power-of-historical-memory/
LOCATION:Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum\, 84 Franklin Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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SUMMARY:ABSA Inter/Advanced Dance Camp: Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Monday-Friday\, 9:00am-12:00pm\, 8/3/26-8/7/26\, Room 306\, Price $284.63 (S26ABSA01) \nOpen to any students aged 13+ with at least four years dance experience (if you are an ABSA student\, it is InterFound+ levels). In this five-day camp\, dancers will work on Stretching & Conditioning\, Leaps & Turns\, Choreography in Jazz Funk\, Contemporary\, and guided Improv dance. If you have any questions\, or if you would like to see if this would be a good fit for your child\, please reach out to Ms. Lindsay at info@academyballetschool.com.\nMinimum enrollment: 4 \nTeaching Artist: Christina Monteleone
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/absa-inter-advanced-dance-camp-mornings/
LOCATION:Maryland Hall\, 801 Chase St.\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:ABSA Inter/Advanced Ballet Camp: Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Monday-Friday\, 8/3/26-8/7/27 1:00pm-4:00pm\, Room 306\, Price: $284.63 (S26ABSA02) \nOpen to any students aged 13+ with at least five years ballet experience (if you are an ABSA student\, it is InterFound+ levels. this half day summer camp will focus on ballet technique and repertoire from famous ballets\, as well as pointework if applicable to the student. If you have any questions\, or if you would like to see if this would be a good fit\, please reach out to Ms. Lindsay at info@academyballetschool.com. Additional weeks available with different material. Morning Dance camp for this week (9am-12pm) offers conditioning and different dance styles. If a dancer wants to attend both Morning and Afternoon sessions\, Ms. Lindsay will supervise the 12-1pm lunch hour.\nMinimum enrollment: 4 \nTeaching Artist: Lindsay Zetter Lucas\ninfo@academyballetschool.com
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/absa-inter-advanced-ballet-camp-afternoons/
LOCATION:Maryland Hall\, 801 Chase St.\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Creative Circle - Monthly Meetup (Fall 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Class Experience \nTake some time to yourself to use your hands\, create and socialize with like-minded creatives. No experience necessary – just the willingness to get out of the house\, open your mind and have some fun. \nPlay in art and creativity is so important\, this is a great way to spend at least one evening a month tapping into that part of your brain and maybe even leaving with a new skill\, art piece or new friend. \nThe goal of this monthly gathering is to build friendships and community through art\, discussion\, making and experimenting. \nOn hand at each meetup will be Kate Thomas\, a creative coach and playful artist. (www.katetheartcoach.com).  Kate will open each meetup with an optional: \n\n\n\nA juicy prompt you can sink your teeth into.\nA surprise art material to give you limitations (this helps with creativity!)\nA multi-level approach to help you enter into something new or find depth to something old.\n\n\n\nTopics for Fall Semester: You also have the option to bring your own projects and stay accountable to investing in your art. \nSeptember 4 (Thursday) – Mystery Box \nOctober 2 (Thursday) – Circular Weaving \nNovember 6 (Thursday) – Chalk Pastel Murals \nDecember 4 (Thursday) – Artist Trading Cards & Potluck Party \nThis class provides: \n\n\n\nAccess to a variety of art supplies at the studio for you to experiment with.\nIdeas and feedback from other creatives.\nHelp working through a hang up\, including the white page.\n\n\n\nAll arts are welcome\, but please no oil or spray paints.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/creative-circle-monthly-meetup-fall-2025/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:ArtFarm Annapolis\, 111 Chinquapin Round Rd.\, Suite 200\, Maryland\, Annapolis
CATEGORIES:Classes,Visual
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SUMMARY:Sketch Night 2026
DESCRIPTION:Teens and Adults Welcome! \nLive figure drawing meets killer playlist. A unique life drawing experience featuring models ranging from burlesque performers to professional life models\, in both costume and nude. \nBYO supplies. We do have drawing boards\, easels\, and basic drawing supplies available if you need them. Feel free to bring a snack or a drink to enjoy during the session. \nSketch Nights always start with some short warmups\, then 5-10 minute sessions\, and end with 20-minute drawing sessions as the model moves through a variety of poses. \nNew Monthly Schedule for 2026: \n\n\n\nSecond Thursdays – Themed costume sessions with creative concepts (Jan-December)\nFourth Thursdays – Dedicated nude figure drawing (January\, March\, May\, September)\n\n\n\n  \n2026 Themes to Inspire You: \nFrom “Winter Luxe” fur coats and vintage ski wear in January to “Steampunk” adventures in November\, we’ve curated twelve unique themes\, including Valentine’s Romance\, Navy Nautical\, Afrofuturism\, Gothic Halloween\, and Holiday Elegance. Each month brings a fresh visual story to sketch!
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/sketch-night-2026/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:ArtFarm Annapolis\, 111 Chinquapin Round Rd.\, Suite 200\, Maryland\, Annapolis
CATEGORIES:Classes,Visual
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SUMMARY:ABSA PBT Conditioning for Dancers: Ages 12-Adult
DESCRIPTION:Monday-Friday\, 8/17/26-8/21/26\, 12:00pm -12:45pm\, Room 306\, Price $93.15 (S26ABSA03) \nAges 12+. Open to any Intermediate+ level students looking to improve their technique through Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT)\, a speciailized conditioning program tailored to dancers training muscle memory\, core strength\, and proper body alignment. For more information on PBT\, visit https://www.pbt.dance/en. If you have any questions\, or if you would like to see if this would be a good fit\, please reach out to Ms. Lindsay at info@academyballetschool.com.\nMinimum enrollment: 4 \nTeaching Artist: Lindsay Zetter Lucas\ninfo@academyballetschool.com
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/absa-pbt-conditioning-for-dancers-ages-12-adult/
LOCATION:Maryland Hall\, 801 Chase St.\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:ABSA Inter/Advanced Ballet Camp: Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Monday-Friday\, 8/17/26-8/21/26\, 1:00pm-4:00pm\, Room 306\, Price $284.63 (S26ABSA04) \nOpen to any students aged 13+ with at least five years ballet experience (if you are an ABSA student\, it is InterFound+ levels. this half day summer camp will focus on ballet technique and repertoire from famous ballets\, as well as pointework if applicable to the student. If you have any questions\, or if you would like to see if this would be a good fit\, please reach out to Ms. Lindsay at info@academyballetschool.com. Additional weeks available with different material.\nMinimum enrollment: 4 \nTeaching Artist: Lindsay Zetter Lucas\ninfo@academyballetschool.com
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/absa-inter-advanced-ballet-camp-afternoons-2/
LOCATION:Maryland Hall\, 801 Chase St.\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Art Bar: Create\, Sip + Socialize
DESCRIPTION:Skip the Bar\, Create at Art Bar! \nThird Thursdays | 6-8 PM \nTrade your typical night out for something extraordinary. Welcome to Art Bar – where creativity meets community in a candlelit studio that feels more lounge than classroom. \nHow It Works \n\n\n\nSet the Scene: Soft candlelight transforms our studio into an intimate\, lounge-like atmosphere\nChoose Your Adventure: Our friendly “waitress” will visit your table with an activity menu – pick whatever speaks to you that evening\nCreate & Connect: Spend two blissful hours making something beautiful while enjoying great company\n\n\n\n\nMenu Might Include: subject to change\n \nWatercolor on Paper \nIncludes 5 medium sheets of watercolor paper and watercolor paints\, blue painters tape\, black sharpies \nFriendship Bracelets \nIncludes supplies for 3 bracelets. Choose from a mix of colorful and alphabet beads. Want to level up? Choose from our premium bead selection for an additional $5. \nPremium beads: pearl\, wood\, or stone beads. \nCollage \nIncludes one bin of magazine pages\, solid and patterned paper\, 3 backing boards\, 1 pair of scissors\, and 1 glue stick. \nCanvas Painting w/ Acrylics \nIncludes one 8×10 canvas\, one 5×7 canvas\, and a choice from 5 color palettes \nAir Dry Clay or Model Magic \nIncludes one pound of air-dry clay (white) or model magic (multi-color)\, equipment\, and a mini guide with 3 examples. \nPerfect for: \n\n\n\nFriend groups looking for something different\nDate nights with a creative twist\nAnyone wanting to unwind mid-week\nSolo Adventure to meet new people through shared creativity\n\n\n\n\nWhy Art Bar? \nInstead of another loud restaurant or crowded bar\, enjoy meaningful conversation while your hands stay busy creating. It’s the social connection you crave with the satisfaction of making something uniquely yours.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/art-bar-create-sip-socialize-2/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:ArtFarm Annapolis\, 111 Chinquapin Round Rd.\, Suite 200\, Maryland\, Annapolis
CATEGORIES:Classes,Visual
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SUMMARY:Watercolor Pop Up Workshops (Monthly)
DESCRIPTION:A Pop-Up Experience for Beginners and Those that want to Keep Painting \nTeens and Adults are welcome! \nWatercolor – 4th Mondays 6-8/8:30 pm \nDiscover the joy of watercolor painting in our welcoming\, laid-back studio! This beginner-friendly workshop is the perfect opportunity to explore a new creative outlet with no pressure or prior experience needed\, and those with experience are welcome to join us and just paint! \nEach monthly pop-up workshop will focus on a different theme.  \nTaught by:  \nLindsay: https://www.lbocraft.com/ \nCat: https://justeh.com/ \nEm: Emilyteachesart.com \nWhat to expect: \n\n\n\nDemonstration and guided practice to learn essential techniques\nOpen studio time to experiment and create your own piece\nLine drawn designs to use as guides for those of us that don’t feel comfortable drawing on our own. Please let us know if you’d like this!\nPersonalized support from our instructor whenever you need it – just ask!\nAll materials provided\nA relaxed\, judgment-free environment to unleash your creativity\nFeel free to bring your own sips to enjoy!\n\n\n\n  \nWhether you want to complete a finished piece or simply play with colors and techniques\, this workshop offers the freedom to explore watercolor painting at your own pace. Our experienced instructor will be available throughout to offer tips\, tricks\, and guidance whenever you hit a snag or want to dive deeper.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/watercolor-pop-up-workshops-monthly/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:ArtFarm Annapolis\, 111 Chinquapin Round Rd.\, Suite 200\, Maryland\, Annapolis
CATEGORIES:Classes,Visual
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