Juried by Claude Elliott, the Hill Center Galleries 2026 Regional Juried Exhibition features the amazing work of artists from all over DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The selected artists compete for cash prizes and honorable mention awards. First place $1000, Second Place $750, and Third place $500. Please join us at Hill Center on Wednesday January…
Veteran journalist Bill Press sits down for an in-depth conversation with historian Rick Atkinson about his new book THE FATE OF THE DAY: The War for America: Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780 Atkinson played key roles in Ken Burns' new documentary series, The American Revolution: An Intimate History, serving as a principal advisor and on-camera…
"Big Lazy, the elegantly gritty instrumental trio led by the extraordinary guitarist Stephen Ulrich, plays stunningly beautiful music that evokes everything from truckers' romps to the haunting film scores of Bernard Herrmann." -The New Yorker "The Big Apple Crème de la Crème." - Robert Christgau Curated and hosted by iconic DC impressario and musician Jim…
Magpie and the Tiger Chefs Caleb Jang and Roren Choi once again bring their magic to Hill Center’s kitchen for a day of cooking and eating. Come enjoy a Korean family style meal with your neighbors and friends. Chefs Caleb and Roren will explore making a few classic street foods that made K-food so famous.…
Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn the art of 2D drawn and digital animation. This in-person course offers a fantastic opportunity for young creators aged 12-18 to explore their passion for animation. Our instructor is a trained animator and there will be the opportunity to meet other animators. Don't think you can draw? Not a…
If you have ever wanted to start knitting with a manageable project this is the class for you! With individualized instruction, students new to knitting will learn pattern & yarn selection, stitches, and technique. If you have knitted before, our instructor welcomes you to come and try a new technique or different stitches on a…
Knit. Drink. Love! Ready to take your knitting further — and meet others who share your passion? Join The Knitting Club at Hill Center, a warm, social gathering for intermediate knitters. Led by Paula Lytle, this class offers a supportive space to refine your skills, experiment with new stitches or patterns, and work on your…
Calling all Crossword, Spelling Bee, and Wordle Fans! If you are ever a little nosey and glance at the phone screen of the person sitting next to you on the train, or in a café, or in line at a store, there is a pretty good chance that you will see them playing Wordle, Spelling…
Named one of the “25 Best Restaurants in Washington, DC Right Now” – The New York Times One of the "best restaurants on Capitol Hill." - The Washington Post Executive…
In this three part cooking class series, learn the building blocks of classic French sauces to elevate your cooking to the next level. Through demonstration and hands on training, create…
Embark on an enriching linguistic adventure with our Advanced French Language Course. This class is crafted for confident learners that are eager to ascend to fluency. Delve into the intricate…
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…
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…
While fluency is developed over years, confidence is built in the classroom. In this blended Beginner level class, the instructor will introduce the alphabet and the basic tenets of the…
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…
Embark on an enriching linguistic adventure with our Intermediate French Language Course. This class is crafted for confident learners that are eager to ascend to fluency. Delve into the intricate…
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,…
Usually a wine drinker but curious about “rice wine”? Scott Movens, a certified Sake Sommelier and Educator, will guide you through 4 sakes selected to appeal to wine lovers –…
Chinese New Year celebrations in the year of the Horse 4724 begin February 15th and last for 16 days concluding with the Lantern Festival on March 3rd. Throughout the world…
Demystify the famous French cookie with French trained Chef Wendi James. Learn the tips and tricks to success and return home with your own box of colorful sweets. You'll make…
Words come alive in this inspiring EAST Kids Arts Workshop led by poet and educator Taru Thompson. Young writers will explore poetry as a creative tool for self-expression, storytelling, and…
Learn Chef Rochelle’s secrets to making delectable French pastries. In this class we will be making pâté a choux dough used for cream puffs, eclairs, and Paris Brest. We will…
Get ready for a fun-filled culinary adventure! Grab your favorite person and dive into three vibrant, romantic recipes. After you've cooked up a storm, you'll enjoy your spectacular feast with…
Get ready for a fun-filled culinary adventure! Grab your favorite person and dive into three vibrant, romantic recipes. After you've cooked up a storm, you'll enjoy your spectacular feast with…
Who doesn't love a delicious bowl of soup with some tasty bread to complement it? Join Chef Wendi James to create a trio of flavor-forward soup and bread pairings. You'll…
Nani Vazana is a millennial Ladino songwriter, she won the Eurovision for minority languages 2024 “Liet International” representing the Netherlands with her original song Una Segunda Piel (A Second Skin). Described by BBC Radio 3 as “a…
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…
Create Iconic Structures from Paper Why wait decades to build a masterpiece? Learn to craft famous architectural wonders from simple sheets of paper in just two hours! With basic hand…
Hill Center launched its new public affairs discussion series, At Issue in 2025. The series examines the many critical issues we are faced with today. Dara Lind is a Senior…
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…