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The work of the Kennedy Center has been built upon three pillars: Presenting, producing, and curating world-class art; Offering powerful education to people of all ages, everywhere; and; Fulfilling our mandate as a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy.
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From its very beginnings, the Kennedy Center has represented a unique public/private partnership. As the nation's living memorial to President Kennedy, the Center receives federal funding each year to pay for capital repairs and maintenance of the buildings and grounds, a federal facility.
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (officially known as the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts, and commonly referred to as the Kennedy Center) is the United States National Cultural Center, located on the eastern bank of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C.
DC’s performing arts powerhouse and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy pays glorious tribute to his passion for all things creative. Plan your visit with our Kennedy Center guide.
Sep 14, 2016 · Designed by Edward Durell Stone, the center’s distinct shape – a boxed rectangle bordered by slender columns – is intentional. The Kennedy Center is close to Reagan National Airport, and the constant air traffic overhead can be noisy; the unique design muffles the sound and keeps the inside silent.
The Kennedy Center is a vibrant campus of theaters and other artistic spaces that is also a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy and a must-see tourist stop in Washington, DC. Order tickets, watch video of amazing performances, explore our education programs and find out how you can support us by visiting our website.
Set on the banks of the Potomac River—between the Watergate Hotel and the Lincoln Memorial—this performing arts center is stately and iconic; it's the true monument to J.F.K. Edward Durrell ...
