Jackson Arts Center Events Upcoming

Several events are upcoming for Jackson Arts Center, the community-based art group based in the former Jackson School on R St. Check them out!

1. April 19 Art and Not Art: Matthew Klein Discusses the Blurred Line with David Levy
Sunday, April 19, 2026
3:00 PM  4:00 PM
Jackson Art Center

3050 R St, NW
Washington, DC 20007

Free. Register at Eventbrite 

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Don’t miss this unique opportunity to interact with prominent New York commercial and fine art photographer, Matthew Klein.

Welcome to Art and Not Art, in which notable New York photographer Matthew Klein embarks on a thought-provoking discussion about the blurred boundaries between what is and what is not art! The event will leave you questioning what you thought you knew about art!

Background:

Matthew Klein is an award winning New York commercial photographer known for iconic images which have appeared on many magazine covers, including Time, Psychology Today and the New York Magazine.

Klein collaborated intensely with Milton Glaser, who was among the most celebrated graphic designers in the United States. Today, Matthew Klein’s practice encompasses intense explorations in personal image-making.

Facilitating the discussion is David Levy, who brings to the conversation his long-time experience as former President and Director of the Corcoran Gallery of Art and Corcoran College of Art and Design, Chancellor of The New School for Social Research in New York City, Executive Dean and CEO of Parsons School of Design, and President of Sotheby’s Institute of Art.

2. May 17 

Jackson Art Center Spring Open Studios 

Sunday, May 17, 2026
12:00 PM  4:00 PM
3050 R St, NW
Washington, DC 20007 

Free

Twice a year, the 40 resident artists of Georgetown’s Jackson Art Center open their studios to the public, showcasing painting, sculpture, photography and ceramics. Come view the studios, chat with the artists, enjoy light refreshments and pick up some fresh art. 

More information here https://www.jacksonartcenter.com/events/open-studios