Athenaeum | Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association

The Athenaeum 

Contemporary Arts | Iconic Architecture

Visual Arts, Music, Poetry, Dance, History, and More! 

The Athenaeum is committed to showcasing and promoting a diverse range of contemporary visual and performing arts to engage our esteemed community. The gallery is a unique blend of historical relevance and cultural promotions. The Athenaeum not only reflects the cultural and socioeconomic demographics of the area’s artists, but it also attracts audiences who share a love for historic preservation while continually stepping into the present through our creative arts programs and exhibitions.

By lending your support, you are saying “Yes!” to being part of an endearing community of talented innovators who create lifelong experiences you’ll always remember. Say “Yes!” to more free and low-cost art exhibits, musical and dance performances, poetry readings, and workshops led by local community experts, in an intimate setting. Say “Yes!” to preserve our historically iconic building. Where life is always colorfully peachy, pun intended!

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All of this is possible because of your support!

When you invest in our visual and performing arts programming located in historic Alexandria, you become part of a living foundation that supports and uplifts local artists and the broader art community. Creating the most mutually beneficial partnership imaginable! By championing a space of belonging and meaning, you can take pride in enjoying and fostering the talent right in your own backyard. 

Supporting your community's arts brings a happiness that is deeply personal, an intrinsic joy that comes from knowing you helped something meaningful grow in Alexandria. Say "Yes!" and join us in spreading joy and fulfillment. Your donation to our local arts programming keeps us growing, expanding, and contributing to the preservation of our shared history.

Every Spring2ACTion contribution is incredibly meaningful to the Athenaeum. Every donation ensures the promise and continuation of bringing contemporary art, historical preservation, and local programming to every culture and socioeconomic demographic within Alexandria and the greater D.C. metro community. Saying “Yes!” is easier than you think! There are many ways you can join us to support our local Alexandria arts this year through Spring2ACTion.

Your gift helps nurture the Alexandria arts community, allowing dreams to flourish and creative voices to be seen and heard by: 

· Connecting with established and emerging artists, poets, and musicians, in a historical, intimate setting

· Creating a space for our community to enjoy exclusive free and low-cost events and workshops featuring widely recognized artists 

· Supporting our iconic building’s historical restoration

· Providing high-quality arts and humanities programming featuring locally based talented visual artists all year long! 

Say "Yes!" to a special bonus! Contribute $100 or more and receive a one-of-a-kind Athenaeum membership, absolutely free! As a member, you'll enjoy unique opportunities, exclusive discounts, access to invite-only events, and admission to our performances and building throughout the year. Please visit our membership page for details (https://www.nvfaa.org/membership).

We invite you to say “Yes!” to become part of our mission in keeping the Alexandria arts thriving. Say “Yes!” to be part of our local Alexandria art history in the making. Help us spread the word by sharing our Spring2ACTion page with friends and family on social media or by forwarding the link! We appreciate your commitment and generosity! We look forward to seeing you at the Athenaeum!

Thank you for your support!

Athenaeum Volunteer Testimonial:

I have volunteered for over three years at the Athenaeum. I see the commitment and the mission of the Athenaeum to make the arts accessible and free to the public, especially, in this beautiful historic building. We are in a fragile state in ways that the Arts are not being supported. This is one way to help!

Robin F