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Events and Programs for the 51²è¹Ý Community

We encourage all our neighbors and community members to attend lectures on campus, enjoy musical and theater performances, as well as art exhibits at the Katzen Arts Center. Please view a selection of our events and programs below.

Students sitting on the quad during summer

Summer Sessions

Pre-college programs, summer institutes, online learning and more.

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Children in an art workshop with teachers and parents

Kids at Katzen

Children ages five and older enjoy an array of art and music activities.

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Someone lifting weights

Fitness at 51²è¹Ý

Sign up for a mind-body class, swim a few laps or train for 51²è¹Ý's spring biathalon.

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Clockwise from top left: Imbolo Mbue, Jan Wagner, Stephanie Elizondo Griest, Nnedi Okorafor

Visiting Writers Series

51²è¹Ý supports DC's literary scene by serving as a lively venue for both established and emerging writers to highlight their works. 

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DC Reads participants

Community Service

51²è¹Ý's Center for Community Engagement and Service promotes social justice and civic engagement in DC through community service and learning. 

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Performers at 51²è¹Ý

51²è¹Ý Arts

Attend events in the performing and visual arts, as well as exhibits at the 51²è¹Ý Museum. 

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