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7300 MacArthur Boulevard
Glen Echo, 20812 United States Get Directions
301-634-2222
http://www.GlenEchoPark.org
Glen Echo Park is a lively visual and performing arts site dating back to 1891.  Initially home to a Chautauqua program dedicated to providing the “masses” with opportunities for education and recreation, by 1900 the site had become a popular amusement park, in operation until 1968.  Part of the National Park Service since 1971, Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, Inc. oversees art, history, and recreation programs in a unique setting. Park grounds are open 6am to 1am daily; check website for detailed operating hours and calendar of events.
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Glen Echo Pottery Show

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery. Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole proprietorship until 2003 when it was incorporated and restructured as a non-profit organization. The Pottery became one of […]

Winter’s Eve

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

Celebrate the holiday season at Glen Echo Park's Winter's Eve event. Enjoy performances, open studios, and a hot chocolate bar before strolling through the park or joining the swing dance in the Spanish Ballroom Kids and adults can also enjoy free, holiday-themed craft activities.

Shop Arts Saturday

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

Enjoy a relaxed holiday shopping experience as you browse art studios and galleries in search of unique handmade gifts. See demonstrations of resident artists at work and try your hand […]

Fall Frolic at Glen Echo

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

Come for a day of fall fun! Many free daytime activities for families include pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treating, arts and crafts, face painting, and a costume parade around the park.

Opening Reception: Harvest

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

Harvest, an exhibit featuring art by Tom Kenyon and Ronnie Spiewak, will run through November 17 in the Park View Gallery at Glen Echo Park

Opening Reception: In the Night Garden

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

In the Night Garden – an exhibit of work by watercolorist Amy Sabrin runs in Glen Echo Park's Stone Tower Gallery through November 17.

Opening Reception: Glassworks

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

Glassworks: A 10 Year Retrospective runs in Glen Echo Park's Popcorn Gallery through November 17.

Free Kids Activities at Glen Echo Park

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

Bring your kids to Glen Echo Park for a variety of fun, free activities, including face painting, a sidewalk chalk artist, and more.

Irish Music and Dance Showcase

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

In conjunction with the Annual Labor Day Art Show, the Partnership and The Irish Inn at Glen Echo present free Irish music and dance performances featuring a wide variety of the area's finest talent.

Annual Labor Day Art Show

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United States

This free event takes place in the Glen Echo Park's historic Spanish Ballroom. The show features the work of more than 250 artists from the mid-Atlantic region. Many of the artists have a connection to Glen Echo Park, either as students or teachers.