The Corcoran presents a comprehensive schedule of exhibition-related programs for all ages in connection with Richard Avedon: Portraits of Power. A few highlights are listed below, but please click here or call (202) 639-1770 for a full listing of programs or to make reservations.

Adult Programs

RICHARD AVEDON:
AN EVENING WITH CURATORS PAUL ROTH
AND FRANK GOODYEAR
Thursday, September25, 7 p.m.
Members FREE, Public$10

SHADOW OF THE HOUSE:
AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH ARTISTS
ABELARDO MORELL AND ALLIE HUMENUK
Wednesday, October1, 7 p.m.
Members$18, Public$22

RECONSTITUTION 2008:
A LIVE REMIX OF THE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES
Reception
Wednesday, October15, 8 p.m.
Members$25, Public$30

PRESENTING TIMOTHY GREENFIELD-SANDERS
Book signing and reception
Thursday, October16, 7 p.m.
Members$20, Public$25

HELEN WHITNEY PRESENTS
RICHARD AVEDON: DARKNESS AND LIGHT
Tuesday, November11, 7 p.m.
Members$15, Public$20

Family Programs

CORCORAN KIDS AND FAMILIES FAMILY WORKSHOPS
(AGES 8–12)
Selected Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–noon
Join us on selected Saturday mornings throughout the year for themed, 90-minute workshops designed especially for kids and families! Family workshops begin in the galleries with an interactive tour followed by an artist-led activity in our art studios. Take home your own work of art inspired by your visit to the Gallery!

Workshops are limited to children ages 8–12 and their adult companions. Space is limited and advanced registration is required.

IT’S A SNAP!
Saturday, October11
$8 per child, Family Members and above
$12 per child, general
Richard Avedon’s photographs tell us stories of people’s lives through the art of portraiture. Join us on a gallery discussion of famous faces followed by a photography workshop using Polaroid transfers to capture your own portrait.

ON THE CAMPAIGN “TAIL”
Saturday, November8
$8 per child, Family Members and above
$12 per child, general
Your Voice matters at the Corcoran! Flex your electoral muscles by voting for the Corcoran Youth and Family Mascot. Join us on a visit to the galleries to meet candidates such as a brave buffalo and loyal lion. Before you cast your ballot, design your own campaign button, hone your speech writing skills, and create a unique slogan. The winning mascot will be sworn in on Inauguration Day.

IMAGE: Marian Anderson, contralto, New York, June 30, 1955. Photograph Richard Avedon. Collection of The Richard Avedon Foundation. © 2008 The Richard Avedon Foundation.