Artists & Makers Studios Celebrates their 10^th Anniversary with the
WCADC, Dignitaries, and a Toast to the Artists

(Rockville, MD) – Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Women’s Caucus for Art DC in the Invited Artist Gallery for the 10th Anniversary Celebrations in Rockville. The exhibit “Gift of Life” runs from March 5th through March 26th, with an opening reception on March 7th from 5-8pm with visiting dignitaries, remarks, and a toast at 7pm. Historian and author Cynthia Greenlee said, “Black women’s maternal death rate has been shockingly high for decades, with few voices outside public health communities calling for action. What will it take to get people to recognize not just the racial disparity in death rates but the disparity in concern over U.S. Black women’s health and lives?” The United States has the highest mortality rates of any developed country. While the crisis of maternal mortality in this country plagues us all, an acute burden is experienced disproportionately by Black, Indigenous, and other women of color. Beloved members of our community are dying at rates greater than any other high-wealth nation. The neurological and physiological effects of historic and systemic patriarchy and racism have dire consequences. Education alone cannot change the stats. These painful truths demand artists’ immediate attention: women shouldn’t die giving life. As a call to action, the Women’s Caucus for Art of Greater Washington, DC (WCADC) invited artists based in DC, Maryland, or Virginia to showcase work focused on the theme of maternal health. Through our art, we can raise awareness of and resources for this critical issue. Enjoy additional exhibits “Celebrating Ten Years with our Best” with Resident Artists, A group exhibit for student artists of Bannockburn Elementary School in Bethesda, a mini-solo with Kate Bramante in the Lounge Gallery, Pop-Ups with Niki Francesca and Naan Pocen, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists, makers, and professionals. Light fare is sponsored monthly by The Chesapeake Framing Company and Clear Skies Meadery will sell their handcrafted meads.

WCADC – “Gift of Life”
“Celebrating Ten Years with our Best” with Resident Artists
Mini-Solo with Kate Bramante
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Pop-Ups with Niki Francesca and Naan Pocen
Student Artists of Bannockburn Elementary School in Bethesda

Opening Reception

5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, March 7th, 2025

Artists & Makers Studios

11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210

Rockville, MD 20852

Remarks from Honored Dignitaries and a Toast at 7pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Saturday, and Sundays by chance or appointment. Artists & Makers Studios on Parklawn Drive in Rockville, established in October of 2014 by artist and arts community builder Judith HeartSong, is a 13,000 sq. ft. facility is home to 87 artists, as well as student artists. A&M Studios is dedicated to providing a supportive and vibrant environment for artists to realize their creative goals – through studio practice, collaboration, education, opportunities, networking and connecting with the community beyond our doors.