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MPAartfest Shopping Extended

MPA is thrilled to announce that we have extended MPAartfest shopping through October 31, 2020. Visit www.MPAartfest.org to shop the Artist Studios of our 52 featured artists. New inventory has been added--stop by and check it out!

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MPAartfest Events on YouTube

If you were unable to join us for an MPAartfest event, it's not too late to catch up! Visit MPA's YouTube channel to experience all of the Meet the Artist talks, as well as our Art+Music Moonlight Concert Series.

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Sculpture NOW

Join MPA on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 7pm for a "Sculpture NOW" Virtual Talk: Exhibition Highlights.The talk will feature insights from several "Sculpture NOW" featured artists. "Sculpture NOW" juror Nancy Sausser will also discuss her jurying processes and the works she selected for the exhibition.

Fall Art Classes

MPA is thrilled to offer both online and in-studio classes this fall. There are a variety of topics to choose from, and be sure to check out our new workshop offerings. Registration is now open.

Class Offerings

Virtual MPAartfest

Join us now through Oct. 18 for Virtual MPAartfest 2020! Visit our virtual online experience to explore our galleries, visit the New Dominion Women’s Club Children’s Art Walk, enjoy some of the DC area’s most celebrated musicians, and more.

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Art Brings Us Together When We’re Apart

Please take a moment to enjoy this video highlighting our online art classes. We have loved watching our teachers and students come together virtually during these challenging times.

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Now Showing

Sculpture NOW 2020 showcases new works by members of the Washington Sculptor’s Group. Juried by MPA Exhibitions Director Nancy Sausser, the exhibit features a wide array of media and approaches by more than 50 artists. Runs through November 14, 2020.

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Explore MPA

The McLean Community Center and MPA are open to very limited public access, with most activities on hold. Please continue to contact us via email, and follow our website and social media sites for the latest updates.

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