The Music Center at Strathmore is a cultural and entertainment hub in North Bethesda, Maryland. This concert hall hosts shows for a variety of events. It first opened in 2005 and it is not just a music venue but also provides education in music. With a wide range of musical concerts from jazz to rock, there is something for every music lover.
Founded in 1993, the Waverly Street Gallery has since been a veteran organization that promotes and exhibits both traditional and contemporary art. The gallery collaborates with a range of international artists and local talent to host regular exhibitions across genres of painting, sculpture, photography and pottery. Emerging artists are showcased through their exhibitions every second Friday of the month, which is also when the Bethesda Art Walk commences. In the past, the gallery has worked with artists such as Kate Radi, Pat Silbert, Sandra Zacharia and Kanika Sircar, among several others.
Spread over 530 acres (214 hectares) Cabin John Regional Park park is among the largest community parks in the Bethesda region. The Cabin John Regional Park has something for everyone, featuring picnic spots, playgrounds, athletic fields, tennis courts, a nature center, a dog park, skating rink, trails, a campground and a miniature train. The adventure playground and the totem pole are the park's special attractions which are immensely popular among the little ones.
Established in 1978, the Round House Theatre in Bethesda has been entertaining locals for more than three decades. The theater has an array of shows and classes for adults and children. Every season features a mind-blowing 200 performances. Its summer classes for kids include puppet-making, sound design, dance, music and storytelling. If you're looking for a great theater experience, come to the Round House Theater and enjoy a good movie or play.
Ratner Museum is a fine art museum, housing various paintings done in crayons, water colors and pencils. The frequently changing exhibits include wood work, sculptures, cloth designing and much more. The museum spans across three buildings, comprising of a conference room, a public library and children's literature center. There are various concerts, tours and lectures on various topics, that take place in the museum. So if you want to spend your day appreciating works of art and culture, Ratner Museum is your place to be.
Escape a few miles north outside of the hectic district and beltway and relax at the stylish, trendy, and quaint Bethesda Row. Choose from a wide variety of over 30 international restaurants including Irish, Thai, American, Asian, Spanish, Mediterranean, and American for a nice outdoor lunch or dinner. Enjoy desserts at specialty shops such as Dolcezza Gelato or Sweetgreen. There are plenty of new boutiques and stores to please all types of shoppers. Bethesda Row also hosts several events such as Movie Nights and art fairs.
Ubicado en el extremo oeste del National Mall, el Monumento a Lincoln es uno de los principales emblemas de la nación. Ofrece unas vistas increíbles de la ciudad desde distintos puntos panorámicos. La estatua de Lincoln de casi seis metros hecha por Daniel Chester French, en la que se aprecia al gran líder político sentado y pensativo, junto con el texto tallado del Discurso de Gettysburg, permiten echarle un vistazo a un período tan rico en la historia del país. Las 36 columnas dóricas representan la cantidad de estados con los que contaba la Unión para la época de la muerte de Lincoln. Vayan de noche si no quieren compartir la experiencia con tanta gente.
Fairfax High School Theatre showcases classical plays, dance performances and concerts. Plays like Guys and Dolls, The Wedding Singer have been hosted here in the past. Be mesmerized by the delightful performances by upcoming talent. To know more about upcoming plays, contact the school office.
The Children's Art Studio is a nonprofit organization with the belief that art is imperative to the emotional and intellectual growth of a child. With classes, workshops and camps offered, along with need-based scholarships in the event that money is an issue, each child is given individual attention based on their area of talent. Children are taught to plan, persevere, and capitalize on their creativity.