The Gold in Going Back

The Gold in Going Back is a month-long enamel exhibition at the Enamelists Gallery, Studio 28, inside the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Old Town Alexandria. The show uses kiln-fired glass on metal to explore themes of nostalgia and rediscovery, drawn from the luminous quality of the enameling process. It is set for September 2026, a moment the page ties to the return of autumn, with polished, burnished metal surfaces and warm, grounded tones meant to evoke quiet richness.

The exhibition is on view throughout September, and no ticket price is listed. The page directs visitors to the gallery’s own website for further information, and the gallery can be reached by phone as well.

When: September 1–30, 2026, during regular Torpedo Factory Art Center hours.

Venue: Studio 28 – Enamelists Gallery, Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union St., Alexandria, VA 22314.

Hours: The Torpedo Factory is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with periodic 5 p.m. closures for private events. Individual artists maintain their own studio hours, so it is best to confirm availability before visiting.

Admission: Price not available; the event listing includes no ticket price.

Website: https://www.enamelistsgallery.com

Contact: Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union St., Alexandria, VA 22314; phone 703-836-1561; email torpedofactory@alexandriava.gov.

Note: Masks are optional for visitors, artists, and staff, though some studios and galleries may require them. The Torpedo Factory Art Center is closed for New Year’s Day, Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.