The White House Visitor Center is also open on the 4th of July from 9 am to 3 pm. Families can stop in for games, crafts, and other activities. As the evening approaches, there are many concerts you can plan to attend. The US Army Concert Band performs starting at 6pm at the Washington Monument and the National Symphony Orchestra plays a special concert at the Capitol Building at 8 pm.
July 4, 2016 (8 am to 5 pm)
Mount Vernon salutes our first commander-in-chief during its annual Independence Day event! Watch dazzling made-for-daytime fireworks shoot off over the Potomac River. Listen to the roar of the cannon fire while viewing special military re-enactments throughout the day.
62 years after George Washington’s death saw the start of the
Civil War. Alexandria was the site of some of the first fatalities of the
bloody conflict and PBS’ Mercy Street gives us a peek at what
might have happened in our great Old Town.
In music circles, the reputation of the Birchmere is legendary. Many careers have been launched from this internationally recognized music hall. On any given night, a star may be born. Mary Chapin Carpenter, Lyle Lovett, Shawn Colvin, Jerry Jeff Walker, Dave Matthews, Vince Gill, John Prine, Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, and k.d. Lang are just a few of the artists counted as good friends of the Birchmere. The Birchmere is committed to the presentation of the highest quality music in a comfortable and intimate atmosphere in Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia.
Pat Palermino has captured the toe-tapping swing of dancers at the Birchmere and this original artwork is available in cards and prints. Click here to buy
On a cold night in February, the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce held their annual Chairman’s Gala and silent auction fundraiser. American folk art painter Patricia Palermino once again donated one of her artworks to the fundraiser which raised more than $6,000 for Alexandria charities. Pat donated a framed painting of George Washington’s Mt. Vernon during the holidays. A gorgeous depiction of the splendor of this great American landmark! This artwork is also available as notecards, a mini poster, and unframed.
No matter the season, the decor, the color scheme, or the favorite hobby, there’s a Pat Palermino creation that’s perfect for you! From historical prints of George Washington’s home, to holiday prints of Rockefeller Center, to beach prints and mermaids playing cards in Nantucket, Pat Palermino contemporary folk art is enjoyed by one and all.
We have original paintings, prints, note cards, ornaments, puzzles, children’s books and more! See it all by clicking here.
Where can you find a hand-painted Christmas ornament by one of America’s premier folk artists for less than $30? Right here at Patricia Palermino Studio! These ornaments are not only beautiful to display but are of heirloom quality that will be enjoyed for generations. Whether it’s the classic Christmas in New York scene of skaters and the tree at Rockefeller Center, or the majestic beauty of Christmas days gone by in Colonial Williamsburg or the Presidential splendor of Christmas at George Washington’s Mt. Vernon, there’s a perfect ornament for everyone on your holiday shopping list and each is less than $30! This is a savings that cannot be beat!
Pat Palermino House of Seven Gables
Pat Palermino Halloween Ride
Pat Palermino Ghost Tours
Pat Palermino Halloween Parade
We are so pleased to announce a special offer from Patricia Palermino Studio and just in time to celebrate Halloween! For a limited time only, if you directly contact Pat at her email address Pat@PatPalermino.com or by telephone at 1-703-360-4757, you can receive a FREE pack of Halloween Parade note cards when you purchase note card packs of Ghost Tours, House of Seven Gables, and Halloween Ride. Don’t order your Halloween note cards online because the only way to receive this special offer is to communicate directly with Pat. And, how lucky you will be to speak with one of America’s most beloved folk artists! From the White House to George Washington’s Mt. Vernon to the shores of Nantucket, Pat Palermino’s folk art is a national treasure, and you can own a small piece of it to share with your friends and family!
On the first Saturday of every October, 50,000 people stroll down Mt. Vernon Avenue in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria, VA during the annual Art on the Avenue festival. This is a multi-cultural arts festival where visitors are greeted by over 300 artists (jewelers – silversmith & beaders, woodworkers, pottery makers, soap crafters, glass makers, unique painters, sculptures, fabric artists), musicians (Irish, folk, rock n’ roll, country and more), and food vendors (hot dogs, BBQ, Indian, crab cakes, chocolate bananas dipped on a stick, home made cider donuts). In addition, kids activities abound — stuff a scarecrow and paint a pumpkin to bring home with you.
We are thrilled that renowned folk artist Pat Palermino will have a booth this year for the festival. Visitors to the festival will have the opportunity to meet Pat and purchase some of her prints, note cards, and other original folk art items. Pat’s art work has been showcased in numerous galleries and historic landmarks such as the White House, Winterthur Museum, and the National Archives.
Art on the Avenue is a wonderful family event and a great opportunity to meet one of America’s great folk artists. Here are just a few of Pat Palermino’s wonderfully whimsical folk art prints that you will see on October 6 in her booth at the festival:
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