Build Day

presented by DCPS Visual Arts

Join us for Build Day, a one-day vibrant celebration of creativity and innovation featuring architectural sculptures created by DCPS Elementary Students that reflect their visions for city.

This special event takes place on the first floor and the A Level of the MLK Library. Check in at the entrance to the library to receive your map of activities for the day!

This event is free and open to all.

Build Day, presented by DC Public Schools Visual Arts in partnership with Boolean Girl, CORCORAN/GWU, DC Public Library, and Hirshhorn Art School, is the grand finale of the Enchanted City Cornerstone unit, serving as a vibrant celebration of creativity and innovation. During this event, students bring their imaginative visions to life by constructing architectural sculptures that reflect their ideas of what their city could and should be. It’s an opportunity for students to apply their learning, creativity, and problem-solving skills as they design and build structures that represent their aspirations for a better, more thoughtful urban landscape. Through this hands-on experience, students not only showcase their artistic talents but also engage in meaningful discussions about community, architecture, and the possibilities for shaping the future of their city. This exciting event will take place on May 9th, 2026.

Advance registration is not required. 

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