ABOUT THE PROGRAM
EVENING EVENTS
Opening Reception at the Torpedo Factory Art Center
Saturday, July 17
6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Altria Group, Inc.
Join Americans for the Arts and the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies in celebrating pARTicipate2004, our second joint convention, at the Torpedo Factory Art Center.
Located on the Potomac River in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, the Arts Center was built in 1918 as a factory for the U. S. Navy to manufacture torpedo shell cases. Today it occupies a $4 million renovated facility that includes studios for more than 165 artists, five cooperative galleries, the Target Gallery, and the Alexandria Archaeology Museum.
During our private reception, meet some of the artists and watch
as they create all kinds of artwork—including painting, pottery, photography,
digital arts, musical instruments, jewelry, stained glass, fibers, printmaking,
and sculpture.
After the reception, stroll along the waterfront, window-shop on nearby historic streets, or eat at one of the area's many fine restaurants and enjoy the ambience of Old Town Alexandria.
For more information on the Torpedo Factory Art Center, visit their
website at www.torpedofactory.org.
Transportation will be provided to and from the Torpedo Factory.
The final bus will depart at 10:30 p.m. Name badges and tickets
will be required for admission.
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Closing Event at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Monday, July 19
7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Sponsored by The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
 The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is America's living memorial to President Kennedy and is the nation’s premiere performing arts center. The Center made its debut in 1971 with a gala opening performance featuring the world premiere of a Requiem mass honoring President Kennedy, commissioned from legendary composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein. The occasion enabled Washington to begin earning a reputation as a cultural hub as well as a political one. Enjoy the wonderful views of Washington, Virginia, and the Potomac River from the Center’s Roof Terrace, where you will be enchanted by live performances, fantastic food, and great conversation, and walk away with great memories of your time in Washington. For more information on The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, visit www.kennedy-center.org. Accessible to people with disabilities and older adults.
Transportation will be provided.
Name badges and tickets will be required for admission.
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After Words LoungeSaturday, July 17; Sunday, July 18; and Monday, July 19
10:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.
After a full day of convention activities, meet your colleagues at the After Words Lounge for an opportunity to end your evening with late-night fun. Bring your musical instrument and jam with friends-old and new! Whether you sing in the shower or on a stage, the Lounge is a great place to relax and have fun.
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