The Hazel family has been instrumental in growing and strengthening Fairfax County into one of the country’s most successful suburban communities. John Tilghman “Til” Hazel, Jr. passed away on March 15, 2022. Til was well known for his development of major retail, commercial, and residential areas in Tysons and throughout Fairfax County. Til was...
Fairfax’s summer arts camps offer students ages 5-18 years creative arts experiences and opportunities for unique experiences–with so many choices, deciding which camp to try may be the toughest decision your young camper has to make! Arts-based camps are an essential piece of the puzzle when it comes to shaping young minds. Whether your...
April is National Poetry Month, and Fairfax County is celebrating in some style. ArtsFairfax has joined forces with Fairfax Poet Laureate Nicole Tong and her project Poetry Lives Here to put on a month-long homage to contemporary poetry.
Although some of the most famous artists in the world are men like Picasso, Van Gogh, and Michelangelo, women have also played a vital part in the arts. ArtsFairfax ArtsFairfax supports artists within the local community. In addition to providing a directory of individuals and organizations that contribute to the local arts scene, they partner...
Fairfax County Libraries welcome adults, teens, and grade school students to join together and celebrate Black History Month in February 2022. All month there is something to do in the arts including, activities, watching documentaries & movies, and storytelling of the accomplishments of African Americans. Families can join together and learn more about the Black...
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and affection. What better way to show your loved ones how much you care than by sharing your passion for the arts with them? Whether you’re a fan of painting, sculpture, or music, there’s no shortage of things to do to show your appreciation. So why not...
The New Year is the perfect time to start over again. Now is the time to think about the kind of improvements you’d like to make in your life and get them in motion. It’s easier than ever to let go of your bad habits and replace them with good ones. Look at all areas...
The death of George Floyd launched a movement to stand up, speak up, and take action against racism in our communities. Watching the recent attacks on the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities illustrated a harsh reminder that racism is still prevalent in today’s world. Artists have always used art to help heal communities...
Museums are an essential part of our collective culture and one of the best ways for us to experience local arts and history outside of a traditional classroom setting. With interactive programs, exhibitions, and activities, these are only a few of the great museums that Fairfax County has to offer. Whether you’re looking for a...
The creativity of the creative workforce fuels our local and national economies. At the height of the pandemic, it was creativity that inspired us to try new things, entertained us, and eased our anxiety and sorrow. Creativity thrived, but creative workers faced unemployment at unprecedented rates. According to a study done by John Hopkins University,...
