Visit a Cube Near You
Sixteen temporary outdoor installations are currently on view at eight DC Public Library neighborhood locations from June 18 to September 12. The complete collection will come together for a final display at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library from September 15 to October 5.
Featured libraries by ward
Mt. Pleasant Library | 3160 16th St. NW
Georgetown Library | 3260 R St. NW
Chevy Chase Library | 5625 Connecticut Ave. NW
Takoma Park Library | 416 Cedar St. NW
Woodridge Library | 1801 Hamlin St. NE
Southwest Library | 900 Wesley Pl. SW
Deanwood Library | 1350 49th St. NE
Bellevue/William O. Lockridge Library | 115 Atlantic St. SW
Be Part of hometown DC
More than an exhibition, hometown DC is an invitation to connect with the fabric of our city. Join us for two free interactive events where Washingtonians’ stories will take center stage.
Verbal Gymnastics Theater Company will bring recorded memories to life using a modified version of their signature Playback Theater method. During these events, the company will perform a selection of oral history interviewee stories through movement, music, and drama.
Each performance will feature a selection of hometown DC stories, ensuring these oral histories are not just archived, but experienced. At each event, attendees can expect a thoughtful, high-energy performance that turns local history into a shared visual experience.
Step into the Story:
hometown DC On Stage
Saturday, July 11 | 3:00-5:00 PM
Anacostia Community Museum
1901 Fort Pl. SE
Parts of select oral history interviews will be performed theatrically by John Johnson and Verbal Gymnastics. Space is limited, so please register in advance to secure your seat.
Closing Event: Celebrating the Voices of hometown DC
Thursday, September 16 | TBA
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
901 G St. NW
Celebrate the final weeks of hometown DC! The “cubes” will come together at MLK Library for the culminating exhibit. This event will feature a second performance by Verbal Gymnastics.
About Verbal Gymnastics
Verbal Gymnastics is an award-winning DC-based theater company founded by playwright and community organizer John Johnson. Known for their ability to bridge the gap between the spoken word and the stage, the company specializes in Playback Theater to honor the lived experiences of residents.