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Sun16Aug
South Korea · Lecture

Haenyeo: The Breath of Jeju (Special Exhibition)

8:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center

Explore the unique world of Jeju Island's Haenyeo, the legendary women free divers, in this special exhibition featuring authentic equipment, videos, and hands-on activities.

Free

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Tue29Sep
Germany · Lecture

Artist Talk: Victor Ekpuk

6:30 PM · Goethe-Institut Washington

Join artist Victor Ekpuk for a talk about his solo exhibition, "Dancer, Still Moving," hosted by the Goethe-Institut Washington.

Free
Tue29Sep
Japan · Lecture

Emerging Technologies, Security, & the Future of the Japan-U.S. Alliance

6:30 PM · Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Explore the future of the Japan-U.S. Alliance through the lens of emerging technologies with Professor Takahiro Tsuchiya at the Japan Information & Culture Center.

Free
Sat26Sep
South Korea · Lecture

Korea Week 2026: In Partnership with the University of Michigan and Ann Arbor District Library

8:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center

Explore Korean culture with a week of workshops, games, lectures, and performances, presented in partnership with the University of Michigan and Ann Arbor District Library.

Fri25Sep
Oman · Lecture

George Washington & His World : In recognition of USA 250

5:30 PM · Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center

Explore the life and legacy of George Washington with Dr. Denver Brunsman, examining his role in the American Revolution and the early U.S. republic. Part of a series recognizing USA 250.

Paid
Thu24Sep
Germany · Lecture

Banned in DC, with Cynthia Connolly, Thomas Venker & Natalie Avery

7:30 PM · Goethe-Institut Washington

Explore the influential D.C. punk/hardcore scene with authors Cynthia Connolly, Thomas Venker, and Natalie Avery, and discover how it sparked a global network of cultural activists.

Free
Fri18Sep
France · Lecture

Paris, Capital of Fashion: Book Talk with Valerie Steele of the FIT

7:00 PM · Alliance Française de Washington DC

Explore Paris's enduring legacy as a fashion capital with Valerie Steele, Director and Chief Curator of The Museum at FIT, as she discusses her book on this fascinating topic.

Thu17Sep
Japan · Lecture

Exhibition Closing Talk | Why Japan Still Needs Ghosts

6:30 PM · Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Explore the enduring presence of ghosts in Japanese culture with Professor Michael Cronin at this exhibition closing talk.

Free
Mon14Sep
Sweden · Lecture

Book Talk with Swedish Author Elin Anna Labba

6:00 PM · Embassy of Sweden

Join us for an evening with Swedish Sámi author Elin Anna Labba as she discusses her work.

Free
Fri11Sep
France · Lecture

Book Talk: A Season for That, Featuring Author Steve Hoffman

7:00 PM · Alliance Française de Washington DC

Join award-winning writer Steve Hoffman for an engaging evening as he discusses his acclaimed memoir about his time spent in France.

Tue25Aug
Japan · Lecture

Lecture | Why the World Loves Godzilla with Dr. William M. Tsutsui

6:30 PM · Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Explore the enduring global appeal of Japan's most famous monster! Dr. William Tsutsui discusses Godzilla's history and cultural impact.

Free
Mon17Aug
South Korea · Lecture

K-Culture Talk: Korean Traditional Alcohol (K-Sool) Workshop (August 17)

6:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.

Explore the world of Korean traditional alcohol, K-Sool, with JS Brewery at this special K-Culture Talk and workshop.

Free·National day
Wed12Aug
Mexico · Lecture

"Agave Spirits" Author Book Talk

4:00 PM · Mexican Cultural Institute

Join ethnobotanist Gary Paul Nabhan and restaurateur David Suro Piñera for a talk on their book, "Agave Spirits: The Past, Present, and Future of Mezcals." Explore the history, culture, and future of mezcal and other agave spirits.

Free
Mon3Aug
South Korea · Lecture

K-Culture Talk: Korean Traditional Alcohol (K-Sool) Workshop (August 3)

6:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.

Explore the rich heritage of Korean traditional alcohol, K-Sool, in this engaging K-Culture Talk and workshop with JS Brewery.

Free
Thu30Jul
Japan · Lecture

Lecture | Impressions: Artistic Encounters between Japan and France

6:30 PM · Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Explore the artistic exchange between Japan and France in this lecture. Dr. Helen Swift discusses how Japanese artists found inspiration in Paris and influenced Western-style painting.

Free
Tue28Jul
Japan · Lecture

Lecture | Between Homes with Andrea Carlson and Koji Toda

6:30 PM · Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Explore endangered traditional Japanese buildings and their preservation efforts with Andrea Carlson and Koji Toda.

Free
Thu9Jul
South Korea · Lecture

K-Culture Talk & Workshop: Exploring Hanji and Joomchi Crafts (July 9)

6:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.

Discover the beauty of Korean paper crafts! Join artist Esther Jihye Cho for a K-Culture Talk & Workshop exploring Hanji and Joomchi.

Free
Tue30Jun
Japan · Lecture

Sustainable Architecture & Heritage Design with Wakako Tokunaga

6:00 PM · Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Explore sustainable architecture and heritage design with Wakako Tokunaga, founder of WAK TOK Architects and former project architect at Shigeru Ban Architects.

Free
Mon29Jun
France · Lecture

IN-PERSON Jouons! French Game Night

6:00 PM · Alliance Française de Washington DC

Practice your French in a relaxed, in-person setting with fellow students and native speakers at this fun game night.

Free
Sat27Jun
Mexico · Lecture

Reception for Edgar Reyes’ “Los Vemos Pronto (See You Soon)”

1:00 PM · Mexican Cultural Institute

Paid
Tue23Jun
Mexico · Lecture

Charla: Juegos de Pelota | Ball games: a talk with Ana Claudia Collado

6:30 PM · Mexican Cultural Institute

Paid
Tue23Jun
Mexico · Lecture

Los Juegos de Pelota: Mesoamerican Ball Games from past to present

Time TBD · Mexican Cultural Institute

Free
Wed17Jun
South Korea · Lecture

Perhaps, All of Us: Opening & Artist Talks

6:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.

Free
Wed17Jun
Mexico · Lecture

Mexico in a Nutshell: Mexico City Through its Literature | Online Workshop

Time TBD · Mexican Cultural Institute

$100
Sat13Jun
Egypt · Lecture

Egypt on the Potomac 40th Anniverary Seminars

2:00 PM · Thurgood Marshall Center for Service and Heritage

Discover hidden connections between Egypt and Washington, D.C. in this special anniversary seminar exploring the capital's lesser-known history.

Thu28May
France · Lecture

Islamic Art with Simon Rettig

10:00 AM · La Maison Française

$25
Wed20May
Egypt · Lecture

Ancient Egypt Lecture: Tutankhamun's Treasures

6:30 PM · Embassy of Egypt

Renowned Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass shares new discoveries from the Valley of the Kings, with replica artifacts on display in the lobby.

Free
Thu14May
Israel · Lecture

Israeli Innovation Showcase

5:00 PM · Embassy of Israel

Explore Israel's cutting-edge tech startups with live demos in AI, agritech, and cybersecurity, plus networking with Israeli wines.

Free
Wed13May
Mexico · Lecture

Playball: Earliest Ballcourt in Highland Mexico | A Book Talk by Prof. Jeffrey Blomster

6:30 PM · Mexican Cultural Institute

Paid
Tue12May
Australia · Lecture

2026 Americas Forum on Carbon Capture and Storage

9:00 AM · Embassy of Australia

Regional forum exploring carbon capture and storage technologies and policies across the Americas, bringing together experts to discuss climate solutions.

Sat9May
Egypt · Lecture

Egypt on the Potomac 40th Anniverary Seminars

2:00 PM · Thurgood Marshall Center for Service and Heritage

Discover hidden connections between Egypt and Washington, D.C. in this special 40th anniversary seminar exploring the capital's lesser-known history.

Fri24Apr
Spain · Lecture

Spanish Language & Tapas Evening

6:30 PM · Instituto Cervantes

Practice your Spanish in a relaxed setting over authentic tapas. Native speakers lead small group conversations for all skill levels.

$15
Wed22Apr
France · Lecture

2026 French-American Business Summit

8:00 AM · La Maison Française

Annual business summit explores innovation, AI, and the future of the transatlantic economy. Features keynote speakers, networking, and a French-American exhibition at the French Embassy.

Wed22Apr
France · Lecture

2026 French-American Business Summit

8:00 AM · La Maison Française

Tue21Apr
France · Lecture

French-American Business Summit 2026

6:00 PM · Embassy of France

A two-day summit exploring innovation and business collaboration between France and the United States.

Tue21Apr
South Korea · Lecture

Connecting Lines: Exhibition Opening Reception & Artist Talk

6:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.

Free
Mon20Apr
South Korea · Lecture

K-Culture Talk: Korean Onggi(옹기) Pottery

6:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.

Artist Yeonsoo Kim explores Korea's traditional "breathing" earthenware pottery in an intimate cultural talk about Onggi craftsmanship.

Free
Thu16Apr
France · Lecture

Bridging Cultural Differences at Work

5:30 PM · STATION DC

A dynamic panel discussion exploring how leaders, entrepreneurs, and teams navigate differing cultural values in the workplace.

Thu12Feb
Mongolia · Lecture

Welcome to the 15th Asia Tourism Forum 2026: “The Asian Paradigm in Hospitality and Tourism”

5:55 PM · Embassy of Mongolia

Mongolia hosts the 15th Asia Tourism Forum 2026, focusing on "The Asian Paradigm in Hospitality and Tourism." Learn about the future of tourism in Asia.

Thu8May
Mozambique · Lecture

Zimbabwe Debt Restructuring and Resolution

6:09 PM · Embassy of Mozambique

A roundtable discussion examining Zimbabwe's debt restructuring and resolution dialogue platform, exploring regional economic challenges and solutions.

Free