First Saturdays

Visitors enjoy a First Saturday event in the National Gallery's East Building.
Visitors enjoy a First Saturday event in the National Gallery's East Building.
Each month, join us for a fun and relaxed experience featuring art making, films, and a variety of special pop-up activities. All activities are free, and most are first come, first served. Some activities require registration.
Schedule of Events
Saturday, October 4
Saturday, November 1
Saturday, December 6
Saturday, February 7
Saturday, March 7
Saturday, April 4
Saturday, June 6
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