Opening soon / 9 upcoming events around the U.S.
in 10 days- Music
- Washington, DC
Spanish Young Music Talents: Alexander Beliakov de Felipe in Washington, DC
Spanish pianist Alexander Beliakov will perform at the Spanish Cultural Center as part of the “Spanish Young Music Talents” program.
in 12 days- Performing arts
- Washington, DC
Mariona Jaume and Maya Triay at the Garden of Art Gala
Spanish dancers Mariona Jaume and Maya Triay will present their new work “NUS” at 30th anniversary celebration of Joe’s Movement Emporium.
in 14 days- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
The Spotlight by Foto Colectania Foundation
The latest edition of Foto Colectania’s project, “The Spotlight,” presents a selection of finalist photographs displayed on the fence of the Spanish Cultural Center in Washington, D.C.
Now / 19 current events around the U.S.
- Performing arts
- New York, NY
Federico García Lorca’s La Casa de Bernarda Alba
Directed by René Buch, Federico García Lorca’s tragic drama delves into the struggle for freedom and self-expression in a rigid society.
- Film
- New York, NY
Spanish Cinema Now + 2025 in New York
The 2025 edition of “Spanish Cinema Now +” visits NYU, featuring a selection of four new films that showcase the rich diversity of today’s Spanish cinema.
- Heritage
- Tampa, FL
Invisible Immigrants. Spaniards in the U.S. (1868-1945)
The Tampa Bay History Center presents “Invisible Immigrants. Spaniards in the U.S. (1868-1945),” an exhibition exploring the overlooked history of Spanish immigrants.
- Film
- Washington, DC
Spanish Cinema Now + 2025 in Washington, DC
The 2025 edition of “Spanish Cinema Now +” features a selection of four new films that showcase the rich diversity of today’s Spanish cinema.
- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
Winter Open Doors 2025
The historic Beaux-Arts mansion, once home to Spanish Ambassadors, welcomes visitors once again to explore its current exhibitions.
- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
Not Your Regular Wall: Benthos Unveiled by Elvira Amor
The seventh edition of “Not Your Regular Wall” by Elvira Amor is an extended presentation of the new project “ART x SCIENCE made in Spain.”
- Science
- Washington, DC
Ellas son ciencia in Washington, DC
The exhibition showcases Spanish artist Quan Zhou’s project “Ellas son Ciencia,” which highlights women scientists through comics, commissioned by MECUSA in 2024 and now presented at the Spanish Cultural Center.
- Science
- Washington, DC
ART x SCIENCE made in Spain 2025
The newest project of the Cultural Office aims to connect art and science through collaborations between Spanish artists and scientists.
- Design
- Washington, DC
From Spain with Design — Essence
The exhibition “From Spain with Design – Essence” showcases the work of some of the most awarded and renowned Spanish designers of our time, spanning object design, architecture, and communication.
- Visual arts
- Los Angeles, CA
Mariana: Velázquez's Portrait of a Queen from the Museo del Prado
This exhibition highlights Diego Velázquez’s 1652–53 portrait of Queen Mariana of Austria, showcasing her regal attire and emotional depth, alongside works by other notable artists, revealing her artistic and political influence.
- Visual arts
- Los Angeles, CA
Wayward by Daniel Canogar
Daniel Canogar’s exhibition “Wayward” at LACMA showcases his algorithm-driven artwork that transforms daily journalistic photos into unique compositions, reflecting on the impact of digital manipulation on visual arts.
- Visual arts
- Miami, FL
Beyond the Single Image. Spanish Photography from the Foto Colectania Collection
This exhibition at “Art Basel Miami Beach 2024” showcases the evolution of photography in Southern Europe since the 1950s, and also features a guided tour and talk by Spanish artist and curator Carles Guerra on Spanish photography.
- Visual arts
- Miami, FL
Splendor & Passion: Baroque Spain & its Empire
Discover 57 Baroque masterpieces from the Hispanic Society Museum & Library, featuring renowned Spanish artists.
- Visual arts
- Portland, OR
Psychedelic Rock Posters and Fashion of the 1960s
Explore 1960s psychedelic culture through more than 200 rock posters and vintage fashion, featuring works by Spanish artist Victor Moscoso and other iconic designers.
- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
DC.es: Outdoors
“DC.es” showcases works by five Spanish artists on their perspectives of the world’s political capital on the outdoor fence of the Cultural Center.
- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
Not Your Regular Garden: Around Blooming, Around Reforesting by Doa Oa
“Not Your Regular Garden” hosts Spanish artist Doa Oa and a new iteration of her “Reforestando” project.
- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
SPAINfographics
Explore the intricate relationship between Spain and the U.S. through this collective exhibition featuring the work of twelve Spanish infographists.
- Urban Culture
- Washington, DC
Zero Hunger Mural by Lula Goce
The non-profit organization Street Art for Mankind (SAM) presents a street mural painted by Spanish artist Lula Goce as part of its “Zero Hunger Murals” initiative.
- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
La mujer del alféizar by Carmen Segovia
Spanish illustrator Carmen Segovia explores the idea of returning to the outside world in this third intervention on the windows of the Former Residence of the Ambassadors of Spain in Washington, D.C.
Closing soon / Last chance to view 4 events closing in the next 7 days
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now- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
Not Your Regular Wall: Benthos Unveiled by Elvira Amor
The seventh edition of “Not Your Regular Wall” by Elvira Amor is an extended presentation of the new project “ART x SCIENCE made in Spain.”
now- Design
- Washington, DC
From Spain with Design — Essence
The exhibition “From Spain with Design – Essence” showcases the work of some of the most awarded and renowned Spanish designers of our time, spanning object design, architecture, and communication.
now- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
Not Your Regular Garden: Around Blooming, Around Reforesting by Doa Oa
“Not Your Regular Garden” hosts Spanish artist Doa Oa and a new iteration of her “Reforestando” project.
now- Visual arts
- Washington, DC
DC.es: Outdoors
“DC.es” showcases works by five Spanish artists on their perspectives of the world’s political capital on the outdoor fence of the Cultural Center.
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What we do
SPAIN arts & culture is a program of the Cultural Office of the Embassy of Spain in Washington, D.C., aimed at promoting Spanish culture and science in the U.S. through meaningful exchanges between institutions and artists, while fostering strong bilateral relations between our two countries.
Promote your event
Are you organizing a cultural event that showcases the Spanish arts and/or its artists? We can help you promote it!
The Spanish Cultural Center
The Spanish Cultural Center in Washington, D.C., serves as the headquarters for the Cultural Office of the Embassy of Spain. It hosts various events and exhibitions throughout the year, showcasing Spanish artists and creators.
Cultural programs
- Science
- Cultural programs
Spanish Science
Our science program aims to foster the development of scientific and technological ties between Spain and the United States, as well as promoting knowledge of Spanish Science.
- Design
- Cultural programs
Architecture and Design from Spain
Our architecture & design program aims to promote and enhance the work of contemporary Spanish architects and designers.
Digital projects
- Literature
- Digital projects
Spain Writes, America Reads: Virtual Presentations
This virtual series of author talks introduces recently translated books from Spain to U.S. audiences.
- Performing arts
- Digital projects
Spotlight on Contemporary Spanish Theater 2021
Contemporary Spanish theater is a blend of voices and styles exploring the issues of our time. The second edition of this series presents excerpts of works in a virtual format by contemporary Spanish playwrights with U.S. directors.
- Multidisciplinary
- Digital projects
Spanish artists in New York
Renowned and emerging Spanish artists living in New York share their views of the city during the pandemic.
- Culinary Arts
- Digital projects
European Holiday Cookbook
With the European Holiday Cookbook, the Embassy of Spain joins its E.U. partners in bringing some European flavor to your table for this winter holiday season.
Our websites
Spanish Art in the US
Spanish Art in the US aims to map the most relevant Spanish art pieces across the country and highlight the work of museums and institutions in the United States with Spanish art in their collections.
SPAIN arts & culture ON!
SPAIN arts & culture ON! features long-form digital projects and online exhibitions showcasing acclaimed and emerging authors, artists and performers from Spain.
Journey without return
Scattered along the coasts of the United States and the Bahamas are thousands of Spanish shipwrecks that once sailed their waters from the beginning of the 16th century to the end of the 19th century.
SIGA
The Society for Iberian Global Art (SIGA) promotes the study of the arts, architecture, and visual cultures of the Iberian world in the United States. SIGA regularly publishes exhibitions, symposiums and lectures organized in the US or viewable online