Cultural

1869 Society
The 1869 Society of the Corcoran Gallery of Art is a professional group of up-and-coming art patrons ages 25 to 42.  Membership includes private exhibition previews and receptions, invitations to cocktail events, public programs and travel and learning opportunities.  Once a year, the Fall Fête, a benefit to raise funds for educational programming is held. 
www.corcoran.org/membership/1869_society.htm

The Capital Scot
This website provides information about Scotland, Scottish heritage, organizations, and events of interest in the DC metro area.  There is a listing of weekly, monthly and annual events, concerts, Tartan Day events and local organizations’ calendars. 
www.thecapitalscot.com

The Embassy Series
Want to see the inside of an embassy and enjoy a night of music or the arts.  The Embassy Series promotes and showcases their music and culture.  Events include a jazz pianist at the Turkish Ambassador’s residence, Brahms Quintet II at the Embassy of Federal Republic of Germany and an evening of Tunisia music. 
www.embassyseries.com

Folklore Society of Greater Washington
This society is dedicated to preserving and promoting traditional folk arts in the DC metro area.  The website lists concerts, dances, annual festivals, and group activities.
www.fsgw.org

Singles Enjoying the Arts, Inc
SETA is an organization of single adults who enjoy sharing cultural and artistic experiences in a friendly and social atmosphere. They go places and do things in the fine and performing arts - mainly in the Baltimore area. There are occasional day trips out of the area. Socializing and sharing a snack in the area after an event is also customary. Other activities include visits to gardens and historical locations, as well as house parties.
www.setarts.com

Smithsonian Associates
This membership program through the Smithsonian offers a variety of educational experiences.  Attend a lecture on the Dead Sea Scrolls, finding out the non-tourist locations of Paris, or the development of Beethoven’s great symphonies.  Also offered are film screenings, performances and art courses. 
www.residentassociates.org

Warm up to a Museum
Calendar of events including gallery talks, films and tours.
202-661-7581
www.warmuptoamuseum.org

Washington, DC Film Society
This society is composed of members who enjoy mainstream, international and independent films.  Memberships are usually yearly and members enjoy free sneak preview screenings and discounted admission to several fundraising events. 
www.dcfilmsociety.org