Memory, Makers, & Monuments: Public Art Workshop, Washington DC
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Memory, Makers, & Monuments: Public Art Workshop
May 14–15, 2026
9 am-5 pm
Free. Registration Required.
First Congregational UCC
Washington, D.C.
Join us for a two‑day workshop centered on commemorative public art and public memory work in the District. The two-day workshop will focus on expanding access, sharing practical tools, and building a community grounded in learning, care, and exchange. Guest speakers and facilitators represent public artists, designers, cultural workers, and practitioners across disciplines.
Organized by the Trust for the National Mall, in partnership with the DC Office of Planning and the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, and in collaboration with Forecast Public Art, this gathering is designed for artists working in, or interested in, commemorative practice.
Registration
Attendance is limited to 50 participants.
This form is for registration; it is not an application. The information collected helps us better understand our audience and create a meaningful experience for everyone.
What We’ll Explore
- Rethinking commemoration beyond traditional monument frameworks
- Ethical questions in public memory, including history, harm, erasure, and accountability
- Community engagement before, during, and after a project
- Navigating RFQs/RFPs, building a team, and project implementation
Who Should Attend
Artists of all media and experience levels are welcome, and arts administrators working in public art. More details about the schedule and logistics will be shared closer to the workshop dates.