Georgetown Lombardi Arts & Humanities Program

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Georgetown Lombardi Arts & Humanities Program The Georgetown Lombardi Arts & Humanities Program helps those affected by cancer find comfort through artistic expression.

Generously supported by the Cecilia F. Rudman Endowment Fund, the Arts & Humanities Program offers a range of programs for patients, their loved ones, as well as faculty and staff. Our program:

- Offers specialized activities for patients, family, medical caregivers and support staff, and training for artists in healthcare.
- Provides arts resources including journals, poetry, needlework supplies and a variety of art kits.
- Conducts research to investigate the health benefits of the arts. Our Tumblr: artsandhumanitiesprogram.tumblr.com

Karen Ashbrook playing the hammer dulcimer in the Lombardi Atrium in front of Sam Gillis’ installation, Frieze. As of th...
10/16/2026

Karen Ashbrook playing the hammer dulcimer in the Lombardi Atrium in front of Sam Gillis’ installation, Frieze.

As of this October, Karen has been an artist in residence for the Arts and Humanities program for 10 years! She’s played music over the past 40 years, and brings so much joy to the hospital. Thank you, Karen Ashbrook

Meet Mara, the new program assistant for the Georgetown Lombardi Arts and Humanities Program! Mara is interested in mult...
10/09/2026

Meet Mara, the new program assistant for the Georgetown Lombardi Arts and Humanities Program!

Mara is interested in multifaceted approaches to well-being and mental health, and cannot wait to support the AHP in its mission!

As a Program Assistant for the AHP, Mara will be supporting the CuraCreativity Online Class Program, and manage communications on our social media and monthly newsletter.

We are excited to announce three new writing workshops taught by the award winning writer, June Guralnick!1. The ‘Write’...
10/07/2026

We are excited to announce three new writing workshops taught by the award winning writer, June Guralnick!

1. The ‘Write’ to Let Go!
Wednesday, October 28th from 6:30-8 pm

Learn to use writing as a tool for mindfulness
and making space for new beginnings!

2. The ‘Write’ To Nourishment: Exploring Self, Family, and Heritage Through Food
Thursday, November 19th from 6:30-8 pm

Examine the role of food in our lives to illuminate personal truths

3. The ‘Write’ To Grieve: A Gentle Journey into Loss
Wednesday, December 14 from 6:30-8 pm

This class offers a nurturing space to explore personal experiences of loss.

*Each class is limited to 25 participants on a first-come, first-serve basis to encourage sharing and connection

Explore our Thinkific page or email us at [email protected] to learn more and register. Subscribe to our newsletter to hear about more opportunities and classes we offer!

The “CuraCreativity“ Online Class initiative is generously supported by the Wolpoff Family Foundation

The Arts and Humanities Program offers free online classes to encourage creative and constructive responses to illness a...
10/02/2026

The Arts and Humanities Program offers free online classes to encourage creative and constructive responses to illness and promoting wellness.

One class we offer is Creative Blooms and Abstract Adventures taught by Bettina Brunner. Pictured is some of the wonderful work created these last few weeks by students! Students are guided by Bettina, yet given creative freedom to explore their personal styles and tastes.

This class is hosted on Zoom, Tuesdays 2-3 PM EST. Sign up on our Thinkific page today!

Anthony Hyatt, AHP musician-in-residence, playing in MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and in the Lombardi Comprehe...
09/21/2026

Anthony Hyatt, AHP musician-in-residence, playing in MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and in the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center waiting room this week. Anthony J Hyatt

.Creative Mindfulness (free/online)Thursdays: September 10 - October 29at 12 pm EDTThese 8-week sessions will raise our ...
08/12/2026

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Creative Mindfulness (free/online)
Thursdays: September 10 - October 29
at 12 pm EDT

These 8-week sessions will raise our awareness of the wisdom of the physical self.

More information about this and other free online class offerings this fall can be found in our latest newsletter(link in profile) or just go to ahp.thinkific.com.

Inspiring colors to brighten the day from artist-in-residence Martha Spak | Artist. These dreamy flowers feel like summe...
07/14/2026

Inspiring colors to brighten the day from artist-in-residence Martha Spak | Artist. These dreamy flowers feel like summer.

.Free AHP Summer Online Classes Are Now Open for Registration!Free classes include:Drawing in CommunityLed by Artist-In-...
07/02/2026

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Free AHP Summer Online Classes Are Now Open for Registration!

Free classes include:
Drawing in Community

Led by Artist-In-Residence Dylan Klempner
June 26th, July 10th, and July 31st from 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm

Sign up for this class and others at AHP.thinkific.com. Link in our profile, too.

You can read about other summer classes in the latest issue of the AHP newsletter. (Link in profile if you’re not already getting it!)

.Free AHP Summer Online Classes Are Now Open for Registration!Free classes include:Summer Dance Party with Carrie & Laur...
07/02/2026

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Free AHP Summer Online Classes Are Now Open for Registration!

Free classes include:
Summer Dance Party with Carrie & Lauren

Led by Artists-In-Residence Carrie Monger and Lauren Kingsland
July 9th, July 16th, and July 23rd from 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm

Sign up for this class and others at AHP.thinkific.com. Link in our profile, too.

You can read about other summer classes in the latest issue of the AHP newsletter. (Link in profile if you’re not already getting it!)

.Free AHP Summer Online Classes Are Now Open for Registration!Free classes include:Writing with OthersLed by Artist-In-R...
06/29/2026

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Free AHP Summer Online Classes Are Now Open for Registration!

Free classes include:
Writing with Others

Led by Artist-In-Residence Dylan Klempner
June 26th, July 10th, and July 31st from 1:30 pm- 2:30 pm

Sign up for this class and others at AHP.thinkific.com. Link in our profile, too.

You can read about other summer classes in the latest issue of the AHP newsletter. (Link in profile if you’re not already getting it!)

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3800 Reservoir Road NW
Washington D.C., DC
20007

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(202) 444-1171

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