Northern Virginia Art Beat

Art-omatic

May 9 through June 15. Gallery located at 1200 First St. NE, D.C., on the corner of First and M Streets NE. The nearest Metro is the New York Ave. stop on the Red Line. The Metro is strongly recommended for opening night. Hours: Wed. – Thurs.: 5 – 10 p.m.; Fri. – Sat.: noon – 2 a.m.; Sun.: noon – 10 p.m.; closed Mon. – Tues.

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Northern Virginia Art Beat

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