First Friday: Art Walk

Bloom Boutique presents a special showing of original paintings created by DC artist Heather O'Donovan of Studio Maison Art. Along with Bloom’s new fall line of women's clothing and jewelry, you'll discover Studio Maison's gorgeous abstract art that fits every taste and budget. Heather's calm, flowing acrylic and ink paintings are inspired by nature and the beauty she discovers while traveling to European destinations. Light refreshments will be served at this location. Bloom is located at 1719 Connecticut Ave, NW.

The Church of Scientology National Affairs Office is hosting a special exhibition presented by The Way to Happiness DC Chapters and Art Impact® International to celebrate HAPPINESS! Come and enjoy the artwork of Carolyn Goodridge, Felicia Reed, Patrick Smith, and Tom Wells. The Church of Scientology is located in the historic Frasier Mansion at 1701 20^th Street, NW.

Dupont Underground is proud to participate in the Dupont Circle First Friday Art Walk alongside neighborhood art spaces. Make DU the very first stop on your circuit – because doors close early at 7:30 pm to prepare for evening programming. Stop by early to explore the current exhibitions before continuing your night around the Circle. Dupont Underground is located at 19 Dupont Circle, NW – down the red entrance behind Starbucks.

The Embassy of Peru is hosting “Living Looms.” This exhibition brings together the work of contemporary Peruvian textile creators and reflects on the continuity, relevance, and transformation of a tradition that has extended across the Andean territory for more than 7000 years. The works of Kristie Arias, Elvia Paucar, Angie Leaño, Cristi Colichón, Alfonso Sulca, Ciprian Fernández, Cerapio Vallejos, Saturnino Oncebay, Johnny Morote and Jorge Vegas present a diverse panorama that brings together urban experiences rooted in university education and artisanal practices developed in different areas of Peru, united by a shared condition: that as “woven creators.” The Embassy of Peru is located at 1700 Massachusetts Avenue, NW.

Come join the Heurich House Museum for an open house. Stop in and view the first floor of the Heurich House Museum! The museum’s biergarten, 1921, will be open 4:00-8:00 pm, so enjoy a rotating list of fresh craft beer from DC breweries, craft cocktails, and wine from the area’s best beverage producers, and Senate Beer, the museum’s historic revival from Right Proper Brewing Company. The Heurich House Museum is located at 1307 New Hampshire Avenue, NW.

IA&A at Hillyer will present three new exhibitions: Katherine Rosing’s “Harbingers,” Diana Mercado’s “La Casa en la Montaña,” and Heather McMordie’s “Re-Inhabiting Conservation: Our Shared Skies.” Take this opportunity to meet the artists and curators in person and to mingle with family and friends. Admission is free but a $10 donation and/or auction bid is suggested. IA&A at Hillyer is located at 9 Hillyer Court NW (behind The Phillips Collection).

The Museum of the Palestinian People is highlighting our new exhibit titled From Lily's View: The Life and Photography of Lily Bandak (1948 - 2021). Lily Bandak, a Palestinian photographer born in Jordan, developed multiple sclerosis in her later years. This exhibition aims to highlight the steadfastness of the Palestinian people amid the difficulties and challenges they face. Palestinians continue to build lives, communities, and preserve culture amidst the Israeli occupation's efforts of displacement and fragmentation. Similarly, Bandak refused to allow her physical limitations to determine her ability to educate others and preserve her Palestinian culture.The Museum of the Palestinian People is located at 1900 18th St. NW.

The National League of American Pen Women opens its historic doors to the public. Step inside one of Washington, DC’s most inspiring cultural landmarks and discover the rich history of an organization that has championed excellence in the writing, fine art, and music for more than a century. Washington, D.C. artist Timoteo Murphy presents works from “Mi Bicicleta Gave Me Wings,” an ongoing series exploring the bicycle as more than transportation: a symbol of independence, discovery, motion, and flight. Pen Women is located at 1300 17th Street NW.

Studio Gallery presents three new artists for your viewing pleasure. Come discover art on two levels. The Studio Gallery is an arts cooperative located at 2108 R Street, NW.

Vika Gallery invites you to view “Vignettes,” the solo exhibition by visual artist David Ibata. This is a visual exploration of the influential moments, experiences, and cultural forces that shaped David Ibata into the person and artist he is today. Growing up in Maryland and Washington, D.C., during a period of significant transition, Ibata witnessed a city and culture in constant evolution. Vika gallery is located at 1700 Connecticut Avenue, NW on the lower level.

Washington Center of ADA Art Gallery is presenting “Views of Color,” a group exhibition featuring five artists, each with their unique perspectives. The Washington Center of ADA University is a non-profit organization located near Dupont Circle at 1627 21st Street NW – near the corner of R and 21^st Streets, NW.

Washington Studio School presents the opening reception of Barbara Sobol’s graduation exhibition “Drawing the Dark,” celebrating her completion of the Washington Studio School’s Master Certificate program. Developed over more than two years of intensive study, Sobol’s work explores the human condition through a continuous interplay between delight and self-doubt. Her evolution moves from floating, soft forms toward deeply grounded, complex mark-making. The Washington Studio School is located at 2129 S Street NW.