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The Alper Initiative for Washington Art, located at the American University Museum in Washington, DC, is a dedicated space for preserving, presenting, and creating the art history of Washington. Through annual exhibitions, a gallery talk series, a library of Washington art books, and a database of artist proposals, the Alper Initiative aims to promote an understanding and appreciation of the region's art and artists from the past, present, and future. Established in 2016 with a generous endowment from American University alumna Carolyn Small Alper, the Alper Initiative provides a meeting place for people and ideas, serving as both an exhibition space and a center for study and research. With its commitment to showcasing Washington art and facilitating dialogue, the Alper Initiative offers opportunities to exchange perceptions and potentially rewrite the history of Washington art.Generated from the website

Opened in 2005, the Katzen Arts Center houses AU’s visual and performing arts programs. Its location once held the Cassell Center, a gymnasium built by the Navy during WWII. In 2007, the Katzen welcomed former US President Jimmy Carter. Look here for more AU presidential facts: http://bit.ly/qHPaPQ