RACHEL WHITEREAD

Rachel Whiteread is a British sculptor known for her unique casts of everyday objects, offering a reflection on the changes in our material culture from the late 20th century to the present. Her recent exhibition at the St. Louis Art Museum showcased nearly 100 objects spanning her 30-year career. Whiteread’s works can be found in prestigious museums worldwide.

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DAN FLAVIN

Dan Flavin, an American minimalist artist, is known for creating installations and sculptural pieces using fluorescent light fixture tubes. His work, inspired by Russian Constructivist artist Vladimir Tatlin, represents impermanence and responds to its architectural setting. His iconic neon art can be experienced at venues like the Menil Collection in Houston, Dia: Beacon in New York, and the Dan Flavin Art Institute in Bridgehampton.

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KIMPTON PALOMAR DC

Kimpton Hotel Palomar in Washington, DC, located in the Dupont area, offers easy access to great restaurants and museums. The hotel’s cozy atmosphere includes an island fireplace and seating clusters, perfect for enjoying Kimpton’s Happy Hour. The author was pleasantly surprised with a room upgrade and enjoyed the artistic decor, as well as the amenities like jawbone speakers and the socializing opportunities at Happy Hour.

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THE DABNEY

The Dabney, a Michelin-starred restaurant in DC, offers upscale and welcoming southern hospitality, with mid-atlantic cuisine sourced from local farms, including garden-grown ingredients. Its charm extends to a delightful menu, including signature sweet potato rolls, hearth-roasted vegetables, and tender beef cheeks. The apple butter cake serves as a perfect conclusion to a memorable meal.

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YAYOI KUSAMA: INFINITY MIRRORS

Artist Yayoi Kusama’s celebrated career and immersive art installations, particularly the Infinity Mirror rooms, have captivated art enthusiasts and novices at the Hirshhorn Museum. The exhibition showcases Kusama’s coping mechanism of repetitive patterns, stemming from hallucinations. Visitors are drawn to interactive experiences like the Obliteration Room, despite the challenges of timed entry. The exhibition is a boundary-pushing success.

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RAGNAR KJARTANSSON

Ragnar Kjartansson’s impactful exhibition at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden showcases his family experiences through repetition, highlighting endurance. Notable pieces include “God” (2007) and “The Visitors” (2012), a nine-screen film of musicians performing together. Described as spellbinding and poignant, this exhibit is a must-see before it ends on January 8th.

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