• Talk of the Hill with Bill Press: Congressman Jared Huffman (D-CA) discusses U.S. Current Affairs & his new book No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Lectures & Conversations

    New York Times Hardcover Bestseller! NO PROPHETS is a behind- the-scenes look at the shocking extent of Christian nationalism’s reach in our government―and the fight to defend church-state separation. Drawing on his experiences as a formerly devout Christian and the only Humanist ever to serve in Congress, Huffman maps the movement’s largely hidden landscape―taking readers behind the scenes of…

    $12.00
  • Master Chef Featuring Acclaimed Chef Scheyla Acosta: 4 Irresistible International Soups for Every Season

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Until recently Chef Acosta was the Executive Chef at Georgetown's beloved French bistro, La Bonne Vache. She is well known for her delectable soups. This is a hands-on class where you will also learn tips for creating delicious, and gorgeous soups that will impress your family and friends. The Barcelona native was also Executive Chef…

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  • Contemporary Watercolors Workshop with Christine Vineyard

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Studio Arts & Crafts

    Join us for a contemporary approach to painting with watercolors with Christine Vineyard. Students will learn how to use several different types of watercolor paints (tube, liquid and pencils) and approach them in a contemporary way. This class will give students the skills to create paintings on their own with a variety of materials, many…

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  • Introduction to Linocut Printmaking Workshop with Christine Vineyard

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Studio Arts & Crafts

    Learn a new technique and create your very own print in this workshop with Christine Vineyard! Students will walk away with basic knowledge and instructions for how to create a linoleum block print from start to finish. By the end of class, students will have a carved block and at least one final print to…

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  • Marianne Tshihamba Presents… English Tea with a Twist

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Embrace the elegance of a Bridgerton-era tea with a modern, bubbly twist! In this class, you'll master the art of the perfect scone, delicate tea sandwiches, and a stunning Victoria sponge cake, all while learning to craft and pair delicious, fruit-forward mimosas for a truly celebratory experience.

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  • Contemporary Watercolors Course with Christine Vineyard

    Contemporary Watercolors Course with Christine Vineyard
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Studio Arts & Crafts

    Join us for a contemporary approach to painting with watercolors with Christine Vineyard. Students will learn how to use several different types of watercolor paints (tube, liquid and pencils) and approach them in a contemporary way. This class will give students the skills to create paintings on their own with a variety of materials, many…

    $131.00
  • Basic Drawing Techniques: Drawing From an Image with Christine Vineyard

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Studio Arts & Crafts

    This course is designed for adults who wish to start drawing, but aren’t sure where to begin! We will be working on basic drawing skills and techniques over the course of four classes. Our first class will serve as an introduction – trying out techniques and becoming familiar with materials. In the second class, students…

    $137.00
  • An Evening of Music and Conversation with National Symphony Orchestra & Washington National Opera Musicians

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    Experience an intimate evening of beautiful classical music—and meet the world-class musicians behind it. This event is presented in partnership with Save Our Symphonies (SOS), a Washington, DC volunteer initiative dedicated to supporting and sustaining world-class live classical music in our community. Join select members of the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) and Washington National Opera (WNO)…

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  • Chinese/Hong Kong Mahjong 101

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Languages & Humanities

    Ready to test your skills and have a blast? Mahjong on the Hill is the perfect in-person event for all the tile-shufflers out there! Whether you’re a casual player or just starting,…

  • King Bullfrog Hoppy Hour 2026

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Children & Teens

    Bring the family out to enjoy a Friday evening filled with live music perfect for all ages! This concert will be outdoors, perfect for little ones to run, dance, laugh,…

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  • Master Chef Featuring Award-winning Pastry Chef Rochelle Cooper of The Duck & The Peach: Mastering Handmade Chocolate Truffles

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Fresh off Food Network’s Ultimate Baking Championship, pastry chef Rochelle Cooper impressed master chocolatier Amaury Guichon with her technical skill and creativity. She is passionate about crafting elegant desserts and sharing the techniques that make chocolate both approachable and extraordinary. Handmade Chocolate Truffles.  Join Chef Rochelle and learn how to make ganache, scoop and roll…

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  • American Roots Concert Series: Chloe Kimes

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    Chloe Kimes is an independent artist and songwriter based in Nashville, TN and hers is a name you ought to know. Consistently producing difficult and honest storytelling, incomparable vocal delivery, and an undeniable sound, she needs not much explanation but simply your attendance at her show to see and know the real Kimes. Her forthcoming…

  • Kitchen 101: Knife Skills w/ Chef Wendi James

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Learning how to properly yield a knife is key to cooking great meals safely. Do you want to learn how to chop vegetables like a pro or learn the proper uses for certain knives? Join Chef Wendi James in Hill Center’s kitchen as she teaches the essentials of knife skills for beginners! Learn the techniques…

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  • At Issue: The Department of Revenge: How Trump Took Control of American Justice. New York Times DOJ Reporter Devlin Barrett discusses his new book in conversation with New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Lectures & Conversations

    No part of life in the United States has been untouched by Donald Trump’s relentless weaponization of the Justice Department. This is a cautionary tale about how, once a president amasses such power, future presidents may never relinquish it.Whose votes get counted and whose get tossed out? Who gets prosecuted and who gets protected, like…

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  • Chicken 101 with Chef Wendi James

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Ready to break down a whole chicken? There's a reason professional chefs start here. A whole chicken is one of the most economical and versatile things you can buy — but most home cooks never learn to break one down themselves. Chef Wendi James changes that in one hands-on evening, unlocking a fundamental skill that…

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  • Arkhaios Film Festival Documentary Film Screening: Athens: Birth of Democracy

    Films and Performances

    Hill Center is pleased to partner with Arkhaios Cultural Heritage and Archaeology Film Festival to present filmmaker Florence Tran's new film about the extraordinary rise and eventual collapse of democracy in ancient Greece. Arkhaios is an ancient Greek word that means " primordial," or "from the beginning." Athens: Birth of Democracy takes viewers to ancient…

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  • Frontlines: Infant and Child CPR

    Frontlines: Infant and Child CPR
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Mindful Motion & Health

    Frontlines CPR is dedicated to teaching people the skills required to save a life.  The company offers both private and group classes, making it possible for anyone to get the training they need. Frontlines CPR is focused on teaching expecting and existing parents, as well as anyone who cares for infants and children. During class,…

  • Marianne Tshihamba’s Silk Road Cooking Series: Ethiopian Doro Wat, Collard Greens and Red Lentil Stew

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Let’s time-travel with our taste buds! With Marianne Tshihamba, we'll map a culinary journey from Beijing's bustling markets to the coastal kitchens of Zanzibar, exploring how Silk Road traders fused ingredients into the world's first global cuisines. Embrace slow cooking and complex spicing as we simmer a fiery berbere-spiced chicken stew, savory braised greens, and a hearty…

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  • American Roots Concert Series: Horace Trahan & The Ossun Express

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    Horace Trahan, the maker of the hit single, “That Butt Thing,” in 1999, is a world renowned Cajun and Zydeco artist, respected for his ability to pull the hell out of an accordion and belt out vocals that will give you chills. Having over-stepped boundaries and bypassed the stereotypes of naysayers, this native of Ossun,…

  • Kitchen 101: Knife Skills w/ Chef Wendi James

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    Learning how to properly yield a knife is key to cooking great meals safely. Do you want to learn how to chop vegetables like a pro or learn the proper uses for certain knives? Join Chef Wendi James in Hill Center’s kitchen as she teaches the essentials of knife skills for beginners! Learn the techniques…

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  • Spanish Language Course: Advanced Beginners Class – September 2026

    Languages & Humanities

    Hill Center has partnered with Go Spanish Now to provide this Spanish course. The purpose of this course is not simply to teach you about Spanish, but rather to develop your language skills so that you can communicate successfully in the language. For that reason, the course includes a variety of components designed to allow…

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  • Spanish Language Course: Advanced Intermediate Class – September 2026

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Languages & Humanities

    Hill Center has partnered with Go Spanish Now to provide this Spanish course. This course is designed for students who already have a strong foundation in Spanish and want to continue developing their fluency and confidence. With a greater emphasis on conversation, students will have frequent opportunities to discuss different topics, express opinions, and communicate…

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  • At Issue: The Remaking of the Pentagon Featuring New York Times Pentagon Reporter Greg Jaffe & Erik Slavin, Former Editor in Chief of Stars and Stripes

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Lectures & Conversations

    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has systematically reshaped and disrupted the Pentagon through high-profile purges of military leadership, the dismantling of advisory and civilian-protection programs, and aggressive institutional restructuring. The Pentagon has undergone a radical remaking: its leaders depleted much of the U.S. arsenal in a war with Iran.  An aircraft carrier's crew became demoralized and…

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  • Spanish Language Course: Beginner Class – September 2026

    Spanish Language Course: Beginner Class – September 2026
    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Languages & Humanities

    Hill Center has partnered with Go Spanish Now to provide this Spanish course. The purpose of this course is not simply to teach you about Spanish, but rather to develop your language skills so that you can communicate successfully in the language. For that reason, the course includes a variety of components designed to allow you…

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  • Global Sounds on the Hill featuring Inner Spaces with Amir ElSaffer and Lorenzo Bianchi: Where Arabic Maqam meets Sonic Innovation

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Concerts

    Maqam is the foundational modal system used in Arabic, Turkish, and Middle Eastern music.  Curated and hosted by iconic DC impresario and musician Jim Thomson Inner Spaces invites audiences into a transcendent musical journey—a fusion of ancestral and futuristic, acoustic and electronic, local and global. Through this synthesis, the duo creates a soundscape that celebrates…

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  • King Bullfrog Hoppy Hour 2026

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Children & Teens

    Bring the family out to enjoy a Friday evening filled with live music perfect for all ages! This concert will be outdoors, perfect for little ones to run, dance, laugh,…

    Get Tickets $7.00 – $14.00 238 tickets left
  • Filipino Pansit Bihon + Lumpiang Shanghai with Chef Wilma

    Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States
    Cooking Classes & Tastings

    The first of three in the Noodle & App series, this class celebrates Filipino American History Month. In this calls, you will make the Filipino celebration dish, Pansit Bihon (Vermicelli with Vegetables) and the party favorite Lumping Shanghai (Egg rolls made with Ground Meat and Vegetables). Wilma B. Consul is the director of culinary, outreach…

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