(DC) (Kennedy Center) Join the Kennedy Center for a two-week exploration of art, science, and nature where humans and forest converge. The festival includes exhibitions + installations, compelling works from international + local artists, films, poetry, culinary, and panels on forests and more!
(DC) (National Portrait Gallery) “Forces of Nature: Voices that Shaped Environmentalism” presents some of the key people—scientists, politicians, activists, writers and artists—whose work has influenced attitudes toward the environment in the United States from the late 19th century until today. The exhibition traces a history of the movement from turn-of-the-20th-century conservationism to mid-20th-century environmentalism and its backlash. It also addresses ...
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) Join Perla for a deep dive into the profound impact of green spaces on our mental and physical health. During the program, Perla Sofia Curbelo-Santiago, Garden Author and Founder of Agrochic.com, will share strategies to create enjoyable paths in your own backyard or indoor green spaces. From the universal allure of gardens across various cultures to ...
(DC) (Smithsonian) Meditation helps us build a relationship to a place of inner quietude. Whether you’re a beginner or a skilled practitioner, join us for free online meditation sessions each week led by DC-based meditation teachers on Tuesdays and Fridays. Friday sessions include inspiration from art in the museum collections, much of it inspired by nature.
(DC) (Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts) This panel brings together artists, activists, designers, and scientists to explore the impact of nature on human wellbeing from diverse perspectives. Hosted by Therme US, a leader and innovator in urban wellbeing, the panel will discuss cutting-edge projects that are reinvigorating our relationship to the natural world—from experiments in biophilic design, community-led forest ...
