Events

ART + WINE + CHEESE: Nepenthe’s own and Alexandria Native LORI WELCH BROWN with a new collection of artworks and stories to share

We are not quite sure what we did before Lori joined our team at Nepenthe—-since she is constantly offering assistance and guidance here, there and everywhere while dividing her time between Alexandria and North Carolina—-but we know we are better with her here AND she is an artist, too! Her new collection totally rocks! And each piece has a tale to tell so come hear and see....

16 Jul

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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ART + WINE + CHEESE: Nepenthe Gallery and Renée C. Gage Photography present our 5th Annual Student Art Anthology: A Showcase of Selected Works by Local High School and College Students

Every year since we opened in 2022, we invite high school and college-aged students from around the Washington, D.C. area to submit up to three original works of any medium for consideration.

23 Jul

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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ART + WINE + CHEESE: Open Mic Night at Nepenthe Gallery!!!

Join us for a night of uninhibited artistic expression as we invite you to our very first Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-timer, come amplify your voice or instrument and be part of a community that values and celebrates the power of expression!

30 Jul

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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ART + WINE + CHEESE: Nepenthe welcomes artist Kim T. Richards and a collection of new works just right for Summer!

Kim T. Richards lives in beautiful Loudoun County, VA, and shows her work in the Washington DC region. Growing up in Brooklyn, NY, Kim had opportunities to see great art at the many museums in the city from a very young age. Inspired to pursue a career in art, Kim attended Parsons School of Design where she received classical drawing and painting training, earning a BFA in Illustration.

06 Aug

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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ART + WINE + CHEESE: Join us at Nepenthe to hear the delightful “jazzy pianist” BRYCE MILLER from Norfolk VA 

Bryce Miller is a lifelong musician and a dear friend who we have known for a long, long time!  We are thrilled to have him at Nepenthe bringing the joyful sounds of his music to our walls, space and visitors!  

13 Aug

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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ART + WINE + CHEESE: Welcome Back to Nepenthe MARSHA STAIGER & KATE CALLERY 

Marsha Staiger is an artist and teacher who lives, works and creates in Alexandria, VA. Marsha is an acrylic painter, who has been working from her studio at The Torpedo Factory for over 21 years. After painting for many years, Marsha says, “I love to paint.  I love color. My process is a meditation and a struggle.”  

20 Aug

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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ART + WINE + CHEESE: Happy Birthday to the famous artist MAN RAY who revolutionized modern photography and was a leading figure in the Dada and Surrealist Movements

MAN RAY was born on this day in 1890 in Philadelphia PA as Emmanuel Radnitzky.  He was a pioneering American artist who played a vital role in the Dada and Surrealist movements. Relocating to Paris in 1921, he revolutionized photography with darkroom innovations like solarization and cameraless "rayographs". He also created iconic sculptural assemblages and experimental films, leaving a massive impact on 20th-century art. 

27 Aug

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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Call to Artists: The Alexandria Experience

Entries are now open for a juried exhibition celebrating Alexandria VA’s heritage, beauty and significance. Artworks selected for the Alexandria Experience collection will remain at Nepenthe Gallery on consignment and for sale for a period of one year.

24 Sep - 29 Oct

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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