Art-Play-Practice Open Play Hours

Begin your Friday at Phillips@THEARC with Art-Play-Practice Open Play Hours, an immersive play space inspired by Sam Gilliam’s celebrated work *Broad Cape*. This free, drop-in experience invites families to explore hands-on art activities and spark creativity. A complimentary art supply giveaway bag—filled with materials for continued making at home—is available to each visitor while supplies last. The event is part of an ongoing series at THEARC, offering a welcoming community environment for all ages to engage with contemporary art through play and practice.

When: Friday, July 17, 2026, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Tickets: Free admission; no advance registration required.
Run time: Four hours of open play; guests may come and go during that window.
Ages: Suitable for all ages; families with young children especially encouraged.
Venue: Phillips@THEARC, located at 1901 Mississippi Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020. THEARC is a partnership between The Phillips Collection and the Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus.
Note: The art supply giveaway bag is available while supplies last; first come, first served. This event is inspired by Sam Gilliam’s *Broad Cape*, and further information about the Art-Play-Practice program can be found on The Phillips Collection’s website.