Events & Exhibitions at Workhouse
Current and upcoming events, exhibitions, and more
Bollywood Groove & Screen Magic - Dance!
Join us for a vibrant four-week journey into the world of Bollywood! This class emphasizes not only dance moves but the power of storytelling through posture, hand gestures, facial expressions, and footwork.
Second Saturday Art Walk
Come on out to this free event to view beautiful works of art including glass, ceramics, paintings, photography, textiles, jewelry and more. Most items in the studios are available for purchase. Our talented artists will be there to chat about their works and processes. Galleries, gift shop, and the Lucy Burns Museum will be open extended hours.
Art Classes
Painting, drawing, ceramics, glass and more! The Workhouse Arts Center provides art instruction that helps develop basic art skills, advance existing skills, encourage visual awareness, and promote intellectual growth and creative self-expression.
Create and Sip: Geese Over the Workhouse
Join us for a fun and relaxing evening as you learn to make the new background Japanese technique of Bohek (pronounced Bo-quet).
Glassblowing Demonstration
Join us for a live glassblowing demonstration on November 9! Watch a master artisan create stunning works of art right before your eyes.
Second Saturday: Gratitude and Veteran Appreciation
November’s Second Saturday is all about giving thanks. Join us on this special Saturday to celebrate our blessings and show our gratitude and appreciation for our veteran community.
Pieces of Us
This thought-provoking collection of works explores the essential elements of growth and life that influence our existence.
10th Annual Glass International
Workhouse Arts Center is proud to present the 10th Annual Glass International, an exhibition highlighting the depth and breadth of contemporary functional and sculptural glass art.
Visiting Artist Rebecca Hutchinson Exhibition and Workshop
Visiting Artist Rebecca Hutchinson will showcase her work in our W8 Ceramics studio gallery space as part of her upcoming workshop Radical Ceramics and Experimental Processes.
Haunt Shop Sale!
Get up to 30% off seasonal items and gifts at the Workhouse Haunt Shop! Shop for handcrafted jewelry, decorations, crafts, games and other Halloween and autumn inspired items.
17th Annual Artist Teacher Exhibition: Materiality
Workhouse Arts Center and Fairfax County Public Schools are proud to present the 17th Annual Artist Teacher Exhibition: Materiality. This exhibition explores how artists use materials to push boundaries, challenge perceptions, and create meaning.
Create and Sip: Autumn Leaves in Watercolor
Join us for a fun and relaxing evening as we embrace the spontaneity of watercolors to create portraits of the vibrant, soon-to-be-gone autumn leaves.
Second Saturday: Fall Festival
This month’s Second Saturday celebrates the fall season. Join us for a festive Create and Sip Autumn Art class; craft your own pumpkin necklace; attend an exhibition reception, and more.
Workhouse Open House: Meeting and Event Rentals
In addition to art exhibitions and galleries, art classes, performing arts, special events, wellness classes, and historic museum, the Workhouse also offers rental space for private meetings and events.
Create and Sip: Neurographic Art
With a nod to the wellness practice of Neurographic Art, we will allow our conscious and unconscious minds to interact with pen and watercolor to create abstract images that encourage new positive thought patterns.
Second Saturday: Mindfulness and Inner Peace
Join us for a unique Create and Sip Neurographic Art class, learn about self-regulation from an inspirational speaker; join in on a meditation presentation - and many more relaxing, informative and fun events.
Sacred Envoys | Amazon to Man
Exploring the profound connection between ancestors and our modern world.
Create and Sip: Dog Portraits
Create caricatured portraits of dogs and enjoy a glass of wine or a beer, and take your artwork home!
Second Saturday: Dog Days of Summer
Celebrate the Dog Days of Summer with us at this month’s Second Saturday. Indoors, browse a collection of beautiful artwork. Outdoors, join in on special art activities and enjoy a free concert outside. And, because we couldn’t help ourselves, we’re inviting pet owners to bring their furry friends to enjoy the outdoor campus as well!
Life's a Stitch x4
Four quilt artists working in distinctly different techniques all with a story to tell, Life's a Stich x4 looks at 4 very different ways that art quilts and fiber sculpture can use both humor and drama to express character and story.
Summer Camps
Summer Camp sessions are fun-infused arts enrichment classes taught by professional artists in the local DMV area.
Korean Fan Painting
Learn Korean watercolor painting techniques as you design a lovely fan that will get you through these hot days in style!
The Workhouse Arts Center 14th Annual Clay International
The Annual Workhouse Clay International exhibition represents the depth and breadth of contemporary functional and sculptural ceramic artworks being created throughout the country.
Second Saturday Art Walk: SummerWorks
Join us for a fun filled Second Saturday art walk where we celebrate summer!
As always, we will have brand new exhibitions from our monthly featured artists (on display for the entire month).
Serving Together, Creating Together
An Inaugural Exhibition of art by participants in the Workhouse Military in The Arts Initiative (WMAI).
Create and Sip
Enjoy the Create and Sip: Structured Doodles where you can choose from a variety of patterns while you enjoy some wine (red or white), and take your artwork home!
Blowing in the Wind by the Korean Minhwa Association
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Minhwa, an exploration of the essence of Korea’s beauty, vibrant colors, flora and fauna, and timeless narratives.
South County Pyramid Show
Workhouse Arts Center is proud to present the South County Pyramid Show, featuring the work of over 100 kindergarten through 12th Grade students from six different schools in Fairfax, Virginia.
Second Saturday Art Walk Celebrating the Performing Arts at Workhouse!
Join us for a musical Second Saturday art walk celebrating the Performing Arts at Workhouse!
As always, we will have brand new exhibitions from our monthly featured artists (on display for the entire month).
Tulpa by DC Cosplay Photo Shoots
The costume artists and photographers from DC Cosplay Photo Shoots bring fictional characters and creatures of the imagination to life in their collaborative works.