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Hello Jenni!
New exhibitions open this weekend in the Park View Gallery, Stone Tower Gallery, and Popcorn Gallery! Check out the art this weekend or attend the opening receptions on Friday evening!
Fun and unique classes such as the Pet Portrait Workshop are also starting soon--scroll down for all the details on upcoming courses!
Keep reading for more info on these programs, the exciting dance lineup, and so much more!
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Outdoor Marketplace: Sat May 7, 11am - 4pm
This outdoor sale features the work of Glen Echo Park resident artists and local guest artists, as well as one or more live demonstrations from artists in a wide range of artistic media. Outdoor Marketplace will take place on the first Saturday of each month, May through October.
Learn More >>
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Carousel Hours of Operation
Didn't get a chance to attend the Carousel Opening Weekend? No problem! The 1921 Dentzel Carousel is now open 5 days a week!
Wed/Thurs/Fri: 10 am - 2 pm
Sat/Sun: 11 am - 5 pm
Learn More >>
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Wednesday, May 4 | 8:00 pm | |
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Contra and Square Dance
featuring Greg Frock and Terpsichore
| Friday, May 6 | 8 pm - 11 pm | |
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Strauss Ball
Presented by Waltz Time
| Saturday, May 7 | 8 pm - 12 am | |
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Sunday, May 8 | 6:30 - 11:00 pm | |
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Glen Echo Park Partnership Galleries
The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture curates and manages three galleries: Popcorn Gallery, Stone Tower Gallery, and Park View Gallery.
Learn more
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Stone Tower Gallery
Recreations
May 6 - June 5, 2022
Hours: Sat & Sun, 12 pm - 6 pm
Opening Reception: Fri May 6, 6 - 8 pm
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Popcorn Gallery
Glen Echo Pottery: Rhythm and Balance 2022
May 6 - June 5, 2022
Hours: Sat & Sun, 12 pm - 6 pm
Opening Reception: Fri May 6, 5 - 7 pm
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Park View Gallery
Gayle Rothschild: THE ROARING TWENTIES, 2020, 2021, 2022
May 6 - June 5, 2022
Hours: Mon - Sat, 10 am - 6 pm
Opening Reception: Fri May 6, 6 - 8 pm
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Photoworks Gallery
Amy Toensing
April 15 - May 22 | Sat & Sun 1 pm - 4 pm
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Glen Echo Pottery Gallery
Saturdays & Sundays
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Skills: Words and Pictures
Tursdays | May 12 - 26 | 7 - 9:30 pm
A creative exercise using your own words or phrases to inspire your photos. In this 3-week course, students will use their own language as a catalyst, not merely to illustrate, but also to interpret photographically their words and feelings. No experience necessary.
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Explore More Classes,
Camps, and Workshops
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the Puppet Co. presents
The Fantastic Tale of Rumpelstiltskin
March 31, 2022 - May 22, 2022
| In a brand new production, the Puppet Co. gives you the full story of what happens after the gold has been spun and the day has been saved. This hilarious and smart comedy will be a great romp for adults and kids alike. Recommended ages 4+. Run time approximately 50 minutes. | |
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Tiny Tots Shows at the Puppet Co. | |
Designed for children 2 to 4 years old, Tiny Tots offers a viewing atmosphere especially suited for young theatre patrons.
All Tiny Tots shows feature:
- 30 min. runtime
- no dark room
- no loud noises
- open theatre doors
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The Glen Echo Park Aquarium is open by appointment ONLY.
Call or text 570-334-8713 or email info@gepaquarium.org to schedule a visit.
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CAROUSEL CARNIVAL
Gala in the Park - May 14
There's still time to reserve your seat at the Gala! Help support the park and enjoy an evening of celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Partnership and 101 years of the historic Dentzel Carousel, Glen Echo Park’s Gala is the must-attend event of the year. Carousel Carnival will be a night of circus entertainers, an exquisite dinner in the Spanish Ballroom, a silent auction, cocktails, carousel rides, and so much more!
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Donate today! Your tax-deductible contribution will support arts and cultural programs as well as maintain Glen Echo Park's historic facilities.
Thank you for your support!
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The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org) and also by funding from the Montgomery County government and the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County (creativemoco.com). All programs are produced in cooperation with the National Park Service and Montgomery County, Maryland | | | | |
