Hill Center

08/24/2026

Get ready for a hands-on dough session and master shaping the perfect thin-crust "Turkish pizza." Sign up for Wednesday's cooking class:

Let’s time-travel with our taste buds! With Marianne Tshihamba, we’ll map a culinary journey from Beijing’s bustling markets to the coastal kitchens of Zanzibar, exploring how Silk Road traders fused ingredients into the world’s first global cuisines.

08/23/2026

Need your creativity to run wild? In September, we have loads of great art classes from watercolors to knitting to linocut printing and more! Check the schedule and sign up now:

DC Way: Art & Soccer Summer Camp Monday, August 24 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm DC Way: Art & Soccer Summer Camp Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States Children & Teens DC Way presents: Art & Soccer Summer Camp, a dynamic program combining creative expression with high-qual...

08/21/2026

In September, we will have Spanish Language Courses for any level and you can take $30 off any 8-week class if you register by the end of August; just type in Divertido30 at checkout!

Enrique Soros, director of Go Spanish Now, is a native Spanish speaker from Argentina. One of his secrets as a teacher and educator is not to consider his institution as a business; rather, he always sees it from the point of view of excellence in teaching.

08/20/2026

The Washington Post just featured a story about Congressman Jared Huffman and his forthcoming book No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism. https://wapo.st/4x2ppfM

On September 23rd, he'll be at Hill Center discussing the book and the issues it addresses with veteran journalist Bill Press: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/talk-of-the-hill-with-bill-press-congressman-jared-huffman-d-ca-discusses-u-s-current-affairs-his-new-book-no-prophets-the-fight-to-save-democracy-from-christian-nationalism/

NO PROPHETS is a behind- the-scenes look at the shocking extent of Christian nationalism’s reach in our government―and the fight to defend church-state separation. Drawing on his experiences as a formerly devout Christian and the only Humanist ever to serve in Congress, Huffman maps the movement...

08/20/2026

Discover the joy of knitting in a welcoming and creative environment happening in September! Whether you’re picking up needles for the first time or looking to deepen your skills, Paula Lytle’s classes are designed to inspire. https://www.hillcenterdc.org/partner/knitting-with-paula-lytle/

08/19/2026

Join members of the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) and Washington National Opera (WNO) for an interactive musical salon at the Hill Center with Save Our Symphonies (SOS)! Connect directly with the artists and gain insight into the challenges and opportunities facing the NSO and WNO, and why audience attendance remains one of the most meaningful ways to support live classical music. https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/an-evening-of-music-and-conversation-with-national-symphony-orchestra-washington-national-opera-musicians/

08/18/2026

Dive into the magic of global flavors with Chef Sheyla Acosta , a kitchen virtuoso who’s ready to guide you through crafting 4 irresistible international soups. Spots are limited; don't miss your chance to warm your soul and impress your palate!
https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/master-chef-featuring-acclaimed-chef-scheyla-acosta-five-international-soups/
Les Dames d'Escoffier Washington, D.C. Chapter

Until recently Chef Acosta was the Executive Chef at Georgetown’s beloved French bistro, La Bonne Vache. She is well known for her delectable soups. This is a hands-on class where you will also learn tips for creating delicious, and gorgeous soups that will impress your family and friends. The Bar...

08/17/2026

In September, we will have Spanish Language Courses for any level and are now introducing Immersive Saturday Spanish courses for kids ages 4 to 14!
https://www.hillcenterdc.org/partner/go-spanish-now/

08/16/2026

On Sept 16, author Susan Page will come to discuss her book on Queen Elizabeth II.'s 70-yr reign, which witnessed the highs and lows of the close and crucial alliance between the U.S. and the U.K., from the Suez crisis to Brexit.

The Crown meets The West Wing in this illuminating history that chronicles the largely unknown story of Queen Elizabeth II’s relationship with thirteen American presidents — from Harry S. Truman to Donald J. Trump — and how these relationships changed world history.