Events

You’ve walked inside an airport but have you ever wanted to walk on the runway? Explore the College Park Airport up close! Enjoy a guided walking tour of the airport’s tarmac while learning about the many “firsts” that happened on the airfield and how the airport is used today. This roughly one-hour tour takes place outdoors on slightly uneven terrain.

For more information: 301.864.6029 or collegeparkaviation@pgparks.com

Dinosaur Park hosts free open house days every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month! Explore the grounds where dinosaur bones have been discovered! Learn about fossils and recent dinosaur bone findings.

Washington, D.C. based artist Kristina Penhoet in Contextual Remnants, uses crochet and other handwork methods in this exhibition to create sculptural objects and installations. Crochet and other handwork methods address some pressing issues within our current cultural context. The results are emotions meant to make up the depth and breadth of human experience. Penhoet has held artistic residencies and/or fellowships in Washington, D.C., and Japan. Her work has been shown at the Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C. as well as other galleries and art centers throughout the United States and in Brazil.

Ceramicist Cora Olson masterfully juxtaposes materials and aesthetics in her sculptures, delving into the rich tapestry of tradition and cultural responsiveness. By pushing the boundaries of clay, she crafts unique forms with intricate surface designs, all while exploring contemporary cultural issues. Olson also honors the ancient tradition of ceramics. Notably, she highlights historical gender inequality in household economics—women historically shaped clay for cooking and functional purposes. Through rough textures and elegant final pieces, Olson harmonizes masculine and feminine energies, creating a powerful artistic outlet. Her works continuing this exploration have also been shown at the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington at Marymount University.