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The Sound of DC: A Visual History of Punk DIY


  • Brentwood Arts Exchange 3901 Rhode Island Avenue Brentwood, MD, 20722 United States (map)

Exhibition:Nov 4 - Jan 4, 2025; Opening Reception: Nov 9, 5-8pm; Artist Talk, Dec 7, 2-4pm

Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-4pm

Curated by photographer Pete Duvall, The Sound of DC: A Visual History is a four-part exhibition series that explores the rich history of the music scene in the DMV area. Drawing from the University of Maryland’s expansive digital archives, the series begins with a focus on the emergence of the punk rock subculture in the 1970s Washington, D.C. area, evolving from a historically rich jazz scene. Visitors will experience how a group of DC teenagers turned their passion into action, creating their own music, art, and culture that ignited a global DIY revolution.