The Greater Washington region launches "Women Artists of the DMV," the largest curated fine arts exhibition ever dedicated to contemporary female artists in the United States. Featuring more than 500 artists across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., the landmark survey spans 16 galleries and cultural venues from late August through January 2026, with the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center serving as the central hub. Curated by Florencio Lennox Campello, the exhibition highlights both established and emerging voices across genres including painting, sculpture, glasswork, textiles, and public art, with strong representation from Southern Maryland and Prince George's County.
This exhibition matters because it provides unprecedented visibility for women artists in a region already home to world-class museums and galleries, while also supporting local community members whose work shapes the DMV's cultural landscape. By bringing together over 500 artists across 17 locations, the initiative creates a powerful platform for female visual artists and underscores the capital region's role as a vibrant center for contemporary art. The scale and scope of the project make it a historic moment for gender equity in the arts.