http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/events-news.aspxThe River Innhourly1 (Enter a personal message you would like to have appear at the top of your feed.) African Cosmos: Stellar Arts is a temporary exhibition at the African Art Museum in Washington, DC that explores celestial elements in African art.View nearly 100 works of contemporary and traditional works including masks, sculptures, a mummy board, and videos.

Like all Smithsonian museums in Washington, DC, admission to the Smithsonian African Art Museum is free.African Cosmos: Stellar Arts is on display through December 12.The African Art Museum is located at the National Mall and easily accessible by Metro or foot from The River Inn hotel.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/african-cosmos-smithsonian.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/african-cosmos-smithsonian.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:59:57 +0200 The River Innarts-and-entertainment The annual Labor Day Concert is the pinnacle of Washington, DC Labor Day Weekend events.Free to the public, the Washington, DC Labor Day Concert is performed by the National Symphony Orchestra on the West Lawn of the US Capitol building.

Gates open at 5pm and the concert begins at 8pm.A testimony to the variety of premier, live music in DC and theatre productions, the Washington DC Labor Day Concert marks the beginning of the performing arts season in DC.In inclement weather, the Washington, DC Labor Day Concert will be held at The Kennedy Center located minutes from The River Inn.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/labor-day-concert-us-capitol.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/labor-day-concert-us-capitol.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:56:39 +0200 The River Innarts-and-entertainment Interested in running a marathon in Washington, DC?Join 30,000 runners for the annual Marine Corps Marathon.Held in October, the Marine Corps Marathon has ranked among the top marathons in DC for many years.The event, which is limited to 30,000 participants, is open to beginners and seasoned marathon runners age 14 or older.

The 26.2-mile race course winds its way through the greater Washington, DC area, ending in Rosslyn.The River Inn hotel is located walking distance from the Foggy Bottom Metro Station, offering convenient access to the Marine Corps Marathon starting and finish line.Plan ahead – the Marine Corps Marathon sells out within hours.The Marine Corps Marathon 2012 takes place October 28.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/things-to-do/marine-corps-marathon.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/things-to-do/marine-corps-marathon.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:54:47 +0200 The River Innthings-to-do The famous Army Ten Miler race in Washington, DC has been attracting runners of all fitness levels for over 25 years. Held in October, the Army 10 Miler is a family-friendly race that encourages camaraderie and perseverance.Proceeds from the race support Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) programs.The Army Ten Miler race course is at Fort Lesley J. McNair, located a short distance from The River Inn hotel.This popular Washington, DC race attracts over 30,000 participants and sells out within hours.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/events-news/army-ten-miler-marathon.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/events-news/army-ten-miler-marathon.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:53:09 +0200 The River Innevents-news Books are the star attraction in Washington, DC, September 22 - 23 when the 12th annual National Book Festival comes to the National Mall, just a short stroll from The River Inn hotel.This popular Washington, DC festival celebrates books, authors, poets and illustrators of all genres.

The National Book Festival features readings, book signings, opportunities to meet favorite authors and poets, entertainment, and characters from popular books.Like most festivals in Washington, DC, the National Book Festival is family-friendly and free to the public.The theme for the 2012 National Book Festival is “Books That Shaped America.”]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/events-news/national-book-festival-dc.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/events-news/national-book-festival-dc.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:50:33 +0200 The River Innevents-news Witness tennis legends in action during the annual Citi Open tournament at the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center located near The River Inn hotel.The premier DC tennis tournament is part of the ATP World Tour 500 and an Olympus US Open Series event, and is one of the world’s top 20 men’s tennis tournaments.

The Citi Open DC tournament in 2012 comes to the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center July 28 - August 5.The William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center features a stadium with seating for 7,500 spectators.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/sports/citi-open-dc.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/sports/citi-open-dc.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:48:26 +0200 The River Innsports Washington, DC professional sports teams rally their fan base year-round in the nation’s capital.The Washington Capitals NHL team is just one of the many DC sports teams with a loyal following.For DC sports excitement, watch the Washington Capitals command the ice against the NY Rangers at Verizon Center on November 16.Verizon Center, located near The River Inn boutique hotel, is a premier venue for high profile sporting events in Washington, DC.Interested in watching the game on a big screen?Ask the friendly staff at The River Inn for tips on the best DC sports bars located near the hotel.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/sports/nhl-washington-capitals.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/sports/nhl-washington-capitals.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:46:21 +0200 The River Innsports Concerts at the Verizon Center always rank among the top concerts in DC.This September 23 & 24 promises to rock the house when Madonna performs live at Verizon Center, just minutes from The River Inn boutique hotel.Search Ticketmaster for tickets to the Madonna concerts at Verizon Center.In addition to staying at The River Inn for major concerts in DC, guests at the boutique hotel also enjoy easy access to casual venues for live music in DC, free concerts in Washington, DC throughout the summer, and special performances at The Kennedy Center and nearby museums.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/madonna-in-georgetown.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/madonna-in-georgetown.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:44:23 +0200 The River Innarts-and-entertainment Through September 23, the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, DC is hosting Richard Diebenkorn: The Ocean Park Series.As a world-class art gallery in DC, the Corcoran presents rare and acclaimed works of art, both from its permanent collection and touring exhibitions.

The Corcoran is among a very few select art galleries, and the only East Coast art gallery, to showcase Richard Diebenkorn: The Ocean Park Series.The exhibition includes over 80 paintings, mixed-media drawings, prints and monotypes.Richard Diebenkorn was a modern artist credited for his innovative approach to the abstraction genre.Tickets to Richard Diebenkorn: The Ocean Park Series exhibition are available online through the Corcoran Gallery of Art.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/richard-diebenkorn-corcoran.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/richard-diebenkorn-corcoran.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:43:07 +0200 The River Innarts-and-entertainment Shear Madness is a popular Washington DC comedy that blends a whodunit with quick wit and humor.Set in a flamboyant hair salon in present-day Georgetown, Shear Madness stars a cast of quirky characters and encourages audience participation. The two-hour DC comedy has entertained nearly 11,000 audiences over 25 years and still ranks among the best comedy shows in Washington, DC.Shear Madness is an ongoing comedy show in DC.Performances are at The Kennedy Center near The River Inn boutique hotel.Tickets are $45.]]>http://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/shear-madness.aspxhttp://www.theriverinn.com/blog/arts-and-entertainment/shear-madness.aspx#commentsTue, 31 Jul 2012 05:40:40 +0200 The River Innarts-and-entertainment