EVENTS & MEDIA

On August 26, 2026, the National Press Club held its annual Journalism Awards Dinner in Washington, D.C., bringing together journalists, editors, photographers, media professionals, students, and supporters of journalism for an evening recognizing outstanding work across the profession. The dinner was both a celebration of exceptional journalism and a reflection on the responsibilities, risks, and challenges facing journalists today. Throughout the evening, award recipients s

In Washington, leadership does not always happen behind a podium. Sometimes it is found in the ability to move between different worlds: media, education, entrepreneurship and community; and bring people together along the way. Kelsey Nicole Nelson has built her career at precisely that intersection. Dr. Bruno Mazali and Kelsey Nicole Nelson (Right) An award-winning sports journalist, Nelson has worked across television, radio and digital media, covering some of the country’s

There are food festivals, and then there are food festivals held in a ballroom conceived for one of the most celebrated hostesses of America’s Gilded Age. At Rosecliff, the distinction matters. Here, wine is poured beneath chandeliers, chefs serve dinner in a room designed for spectacle, and beyond the terrace lies the Atlantic. The setting does not merely accommodate the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival. It becomes one of its ingredients. From September 18–20, 2026, the

On August 9, 2026, the historic Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C., became the setting for an evening devoted not simply to achievement, but to the idea of legacy itself. The America 250 Legacy Awards & Celebration, presented by CEO Clubs Network, brought together award recipients, embassy representatives, business leaders, executives, and distinguished guests from around the world at a particularly symbolic moment: the 250th anniversary of the United States. Awards are trad

No Doubt's Sphere residency delivered more than a concert. From immersive visuals and vibrating seats to Gwen Stefani's magnetic stage presence, the evening became a celebration of music, friendship, and the nostalgia that united an entire generation.

In an era increasingly defined by interconnected crises, from cybersecurity threats and migration pressures to natural disasters and economic uncertainty, the relationship between the United States and the Caribbean has taken on renewed strategic importance. On June 10–11, policymakers, diplomats, business leaders, academics, and regional stakeholders gathered in Washington, D.C., for the 28th Annual U.S.–Caribbean Legislative Forum, organized by the Institute of Caribbean St

Speaking at the National Press Club Headliners Dinner in Washington, former Vice President Mike Pence discussed his new book, the future of conservatism, artificial intelligence, public debt, and the enduring principles he believes should guide the American experiment. Former Vice President Mike Pence speaks at the National Press Club Headliners Dinner. The discussion at the National Press Club featuring former Vice President Mike Pence centered on his newly released book. Fo

As part of the America 250 programming commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence and celebrating the enduring friendship between France and the United States, the Embassy of France and Monnaie de Paris hosted a special symposium titled The Future of Money. The event brought together experts from the fields of numismatics, economics, finance, and digital currency to discuss both the historical significance and future evolution of money. Moderated by Steve Cl

An evening of classical music, visual art, and mentorship came together at the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum as Desert Roots Rising Stars presented Parisian Excursion, an immersive cultural experience celebrating the connection between music, creativity, and community.