Sitar Arts Center engages DC youth, from early childhood to young adulthood, in building a creative community of learning and belonging that removes financial and cultural barriers to arts education and career training.

We provide affordable, high-quality education and workforce development in the visual, digital, and performing arts. Each semester, 80% of students are from DC households at 60% or less of the area median income. Programs take place year-round during out-of-school time in Sitar’s state-of-the-art facilities. 

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RECENT NEWS & EVENTS

News

Sitar Arts Center Announces Winners of the Set in DC Film Festival 

WASHINGTON, May 21, 2025 – Sitar Arts Center is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Set in DC Film Festival, a celebration...

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Events

The Art and Craft of Curating: A Conversation with Camille Brown

On June 12, 2024, Sitar Arts Center’s hosted the final engagement of its 2024 Artists at Work Speakers Series. Moderator Charis Gomez, executive producer...

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Blog

Artist Spotlight: Mayera B.

Artist Spotlight: Mareya B.Exploring Identity Through Color, Symbolism, and Self-Discovery At Sitar Arts Center, we’re proud to lift up young artists whose creativity and...

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