S. Dillon Ripley Center - International Gallery - Smithsonian InstitutionWeb site: http://www.gosmithsonian.com/museums/ripley-center Description: The Museum:
Entered from a copper domed kiosk on Jefferson Drive between the "Castle" and the Freer Gallery of Art, the S. Dillon Ripley Center houses the International Gallery, The Smithsonian Associates and the Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Service. The Ripley Center also contains a small conference center and meeting rooms. (gosmithsonian.com) Added by: SqueakyChu. Contacted: Not contacted. Venue ID: 22312 FavoritesComment wall |  Upcoming events
Ghosts of Pharaohs and Osiris at Egypt's Abydos (January 25 at 6:45pm) The ancient site of Abydos offers a tantalizing glimpse into ancient Egyptian history. Among the many incredible finds at the site include the graves of the earliest Egyptian kings, a cult center for the god Osiris, a fleet of the world’s earliest surviving boats, and the first signs of writing in ... (more)Past eventsJoseph T. Glatthaar (March 19 at 7:00pm) Joseph T. Glatthaar, history professor at the University of North Carolina, presents a lecture "Robert E. Lee: the Challenge of Command" drawn from his new book as part of the Smithsonian Resident Associate Program. Tickets are $28 for nonmembers. Call 202-633-3030 or email www.smithsonianassociates.org ... (more)Lecture (August 4 at 6:45pm) The professor of History at Connecticut College and Lincoln scholar presents a lecture drawn from his book. Tickets $40 for non-members. Book Signing follows. 202-633-3030.
To the Point: Writing the Short Story (June 6 at 09:30am) Liz Poliner. This daylong seminar teaches participants how to create the depth and experience of meaning in short stories by breaking the form down into its basic elements. We'll discuss the fundamentals of fiction writing that go into any story -- setting, narration, character, and plot—while also discussing the ... (more)Justinian I: "The Emperor Who Never Sleeps" (June 9 at 6:45pm) Glenn R. Bugh. During his reign (527–565 A.D.), Justinian I was known as the "Emperor who never sleeps." It's easy to see why. He was the last ruler to try to reconquer the lost western provinces of the old Roman Empire; he issued a code of laws that influenced all of Europe's law codes and still has an impact today; ... (more)A Revolution in Evolution: This Theory Really Cooks (June 11 at 6:45pm) Craving a home-cooked meal is only human. In fact, cooking may be closer to your core than you think. Primatologist Richard Wrangham presents a new theory of human evolution that singles out cooked food as the main ingredient in the making of the human species and society. His research indicates that ... (more)How to Ignite Your Motivation and Achieve Your Goals (June 13 at 09:30am) In this seminar, learn effective goal setting techniques that ignite your motivation and remove mental blocks to your success. Psychologist Neil Fiore reveals a process that unleashes your natural motivation and curiosity so you can rapidly achieve your goals and greater inner peace. Learn how motivated ... (more)It's Elementary: A Celebration of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (June 17 at 6:45pm) On the 150th anniversary of his birth, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle remains one of the most popular and best-loved mystery authors of modern times. His famous literary detective, Sherlock Holmes, has become a cultural icon, beloved by generations of readers and moviegoers. This evening, mystery writer Daniel ... (more)Think Smart: How Your Brain Can Achieve Peak Performance (June 18 at 6:45pm) What brain-enhancing routines and principles do neuroscientists incorporate into their lives? Richard Restak's curiosity about that led him to ask a number of them -- including Nobel laureates -- what they do to help their brains operate at their best. Their answers may surprise you. They may also inspire ... (more)Discovering Wales (June 25 at 6:45pm) Andrew Evans. Only two hours from London, Wales is a separate world with remarkable beauty and a strong identity all its own. From the rocky coasts of Pembrokeshire to the golden beaches of Cardigan Bay, travel writer Andrew Evans takes you on a journey of discovery through magnificent green landscapes, ancient castles, ... (more)Attila the Hun and the Fall of Rome: More Strategy than Savagery (June 30 at 12:00pm) A riveting narrative of Attila the Hun recasts the ferocious warrior-king as a political strategist who was instrumental in the fall of the Roman Empire. Drawing on original texts, scholar Christopher Kelly follows the Huns from the steppes of Kazakhstan to the opulent city of Constantinople and the ... (more)Charles V and Suleyman the Magnificent: Rulers of Colliding Worlds (July 9 at 6:45pm) The most powerful man on his continent; a poet and a cosmopolitan; facing religious rebellion within his domain—these phrases describe both the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V and the Turkish sultan Suleyman the Magnificent, two dynamic young sovereigns who ruled over colliding worlds in the early 16th ... (more)Event location: Eugene & Agnes E. Meyer Auditorium, Freer Gallery of Art
Lessons on Caring for an Aging Parent (July 15 at 7:00pm) Seventeen million Americans are caring for their elderly parents, and 44 million baby boomers are in the wings. Drawing on her experience shepherding her father through his final years and as a clinical psychologist for 33 years, Janis Abrahms Spring gives a language to this ordinary, extraordinary journey ... (more)Imaginative Writing: The Elements of Craft (July 18 at 09:30am) Suzanne Chazin. A writer's journey often begins in a place that is unique and personal, be it a dream, a memory, or a childhood tale. But shaping raw material and deciding where a story begins and who should tell it are skills that can be learned and developed. Learn how to turn a writer's yearnings into stories. Examples ... (more)Mastering Crossword Puzzles (July 25 at 09:30am) Stanley Newman. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, you'll be solving puzzles faster and more accurately after completing this intensive (and fun!) seminar led by Stanley Newman, crossword editor for Newsday, winner of the U.S. Open Crossword Championship, and holder of the world record for the fastest completion ... (more)Baseball-ese (July 29 at 7:30pm) The language of baseball has been flavored by the musings of the likes of Yogi Berra, Satchel Paige, Casey Stengel, and Red Barber. It's been used by politicians since at least the time of FDR. And it's part of everyday language: Consider that an easy question is a "softball," while a tricky one is a ... (more)Interested: redsauce Added by karenharris. Francine Prose on Anne Frank: A Writer’s Life (September 29 at 6:45pm) Francine Prose discusses Anne Frank: The Book, the Life, the Afterlife. Anne Frank’s unforgettable exploration of seemingly irreconcilable views of human nature—people are good at heart but capable of unimaginable evil—is considered one of the most vivid descriptions of living in fear during World War II. This evening, author Francine Prose addresses what few readers ... (more)Audrey Niffenegger: A Writer’s Journey Begins with The Time Traveler’s Wife (October 29 at 7:00pm) Audrey Niffenegger was a visual artist and professor in Chicago trying to create a painting, when she realized that she could not paint her idea--she would have to write it instead. So began the journey to her spectacularly successful first novel, The Time Traveler’s Wife. The novel defied easy categorization ... (more)All-Day Seminar: Writing a Compelling Mystery (November 7 at 10:00am) Mystery writer John Gilstrap takes you through the process of developing a spine-tingling page-turner from concept to completion using writing exercises and discussion. By seminar’s end, you’ll be on your way to writing fiction with a criminally clever twist.
Interested: awsexton Added by karenharris. David Wroblewski and Edgar Sawtelle: A Story of Language, Love, and Tragedy (November 16 at 6:45pm) This evening, Wroblewski talks about how he came to write the riveting story of a boy who cannot talk and the extraordinary dogs he and his parents raise on a rural Wisconsin farm. The Story of Edgar Sawtelle is available for signing after the program.
All-Day Seminar: Savory Stories of Essential Italian Foods With Tastings and Luncheon (November 21 at 09:30am) Americans know and love Italian food, but few of us understand the nuances of history and culture that the ingredients represent. In this all-day seminar, we focus on signature staples of Italian cuisine: wheat products, cheese, olive oil, and cured meats. Each Italian region's foods reflect distinct ... (more)Event location: Hotel Palomar, 2121 P Street, NW
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