165,000+
Visitors per Year
800+
Events, Performances, & Classes
70+
Resident Artists & Instructors
58
Resident Artist Studios
10
Unique Event Rental Spaces
9
Galleries, and the Most Unique Museum in the Country
Discover What You Can Do at Workhouse
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Visual Arts Classes & Workshops
Ceramics, painting, glass, fiber arts, drawing & more for all skill levels.
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Camps & Youth Programs
Our youth camps invite children to discover their creative voice through drawing, acting, dancing, and musical expression.
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Music, Voice & Improv Lessons
Flexible private lessons for beginners to advanced performers.
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Movement, Dance & Wellness
Find your rhythm, your strength, and your calm with classes that let you move, breathe, and express yourself freely.
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Performing Arts
From stage to studio, explore acting, theater, improv and live productions.
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Veterans & Military Families - Always FREE
Enjoy free classes and workshops designed to foster healing, connection, and creativity for veterans and their families.
Events & Exhibits Happening Now & Coming Soon
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Sound Bath 'Balance' with Iris Cray
July 20, 2025 I 4:00 - 5:30 PM
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MaNiiTo II'NiNiiWak - The Power of Indigenous Artists Exhibit
May 24 - July 20, 2025 I McGuire Woods Gallery
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Beyond the Clouds Exhibit by Mike Pacheco
June 21 - August 15, 2025
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“The Fun Room: Creatures and Fantasies” by Pamela Eisenmann I Whimsical Art Exhibit
May 4 - Aug 6, 2025 I W-8
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Learning at Lunch: Troublemakers of the NWP
July 25, 2025
12:00 - 1:00 PM I W-16, 2nd floor
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Birthday EqualiTEA
July 27, 2025
2:00 - 4:00 PM I W-16, 1st floor -
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“Routes” by Fernando Osorio I Abstract Art Exhibition
June 11 - July 6, 2025 I W-10
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“Drawn to Travel” by Marni Maree I Sketchbook Art Exhibition
June 11 - August 6 , 2025 I W-5
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“Myth to Reality” Art Exhibit by Kate Brogdon
June 13 - August 8, 2025 I W-9
Free and open to the public
Uncover Our Must-See Attractions
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Lorton Prison Museum & Lucy Burns Gallery
Step into history at the Lorton Prison Museum, where stories of the suffragist movement and Lorton Prison come to life. Discover exhibits that highlight the fight for women’s rights and the transformative legacy of the prison system, all housed in a unique and inspiring setting.
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Masterpiece Mini Golf
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Event Space & Rental
TryMe! Classes & 3-Hour Workshops
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Raku Firing
Saturday, July 26, 2025
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM -
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Acrylic Paint Pouring Basics II
Saturday, July 19, 2025
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM -
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Beginner Glass Boro - Fall Leaves
Sunday, July 20, 2025
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM -
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Workshop: Beginner Glass Boro Animal Farm
Sunday, July 6, 2025
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM -
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Family Workshop: Watercolor Collage Landscapes
Saturday, July 19, 2025
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM -
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Beginner Glass Boro - Icicles
Saturday, July 19, 2025
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM -
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Try Me! Portrait Drawing
Sunday, July 20, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM -
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TryMe! Votive Candles
July 12, 2025
10:00 AM - 1:00PM -
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Create & Sip: Solstice Sun Stone
Saturday, July 12, 2025
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM -
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Try Me! Beads, Beads, Beads
Saturday, July 5, 2025
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM -
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Try Me! Felt Flower Bouquets
Saturday, July 19, 2025
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM -
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Try Me! Christmas in July: Fused Glass Ornaments
Saturday, July 26, 2025
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM -
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Try Me! Gesture Drawing
Sunday, July 27, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
About Workhouse Arts Center
Nestled in the Heart of Lorton, VA, Workhouse Arts Center is a Vibrant Hub for Creativity and Community Engagement.
Our mission is to inspire and connect people through the transformative power of art. We offer diverse programs, including art galleries, dynamic theater performances, engaging classes and workshops, and innovative exhibitions. Whether you're an artist, a learner, or an art enthusiast, Workhouse is where creativity thrives and stories come to life. Join us to explore, create, and connect!
Discover the transformative power of art at Workhouse Arts Center and dive into our world of exhibitions, performances, and immersive experiences—where every visit sparks inspiration.
Ignite Your Creativity -
Experience The Arts
NEW! Art Classes & Workshops
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Chakra Color Immersion - Awakening Creativity Through Energy & Art
Saturday, July 12, 2025
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM -
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Korean Painting Techniques
Tuesdays, July 15 - September 2, 2025 (8 sessions)
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM -
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Creating Handmade Photographs - The Cyanotype
Saturday, July 26, 2025
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM -
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Introduction to Belly Dance
Saturday, August 9, 2025
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM -
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Creating Handmade Photographs - The TinType
Saturday, August 9, 2025
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM -
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Facial Features - A Structural & Artistic Approach
Saturday and Sunday, July 12 - 13, 2025 (2 sessions)
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Get Involved & Support
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Ways to Give
Fuel creativity and inspire the next generation. Your gift helps fund arts education, public exhibitions, and live performances that bring our community together.
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Become a Friend
Be more than a visitor—be a champion of the arts. Members receive exclusive perks like discounted tickets, early access to events, and behind-the-scenes experiences.
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Volunteer With Us
Love the arts? Lend your time and talents! From ushering at performances to helping with youth programs, volunteers are the heart of everything we do.
Visit us
9518 Workhouse Wy
Lorton, VA 22079
Hours
Wednesday–Saturday
11am – 6pm
Sunday
12 – 5pm
2nd Saturdays
11 am - 9pm
Phone
(703) 584-2900
Support The Workhouse
Arts Center
The Workhouse Arts Center, a project of the Workhouse Arts Foundation, raises funds to fuel inspiration and provide engaging, multidisciplinary community arts experiences for more than 100,000 visitors every year. Make a tax-deductible contribution to support Workhouse and its programs today!
Workhouse Arts Foundation is grateful for the support of the following partners:
