Go-Go Museum & Café

Watch the livestream on YouTube Become part of the future of Go-Go at this exciting youth showcase and competition! Young musicians will take the stage to perform and compete, with legendary figures from the Go-Go community judging and mentoring the bands. Their guidance will help these talented teens hone their skills and develop their own sound. […]

Join Chef Angie for a culinary journey tracing the flavors of the African diaspora—from Africa to Brazil, the Caribbean, Cuba, and Mexico. Embark on a culinary journey with Chef Angie as she explores the flavors of the African diaspora. Experience complimentary tastings that weave together the rich culinary traditions of Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean, Cuba, […]

Kick off the week with a special discussion featuring Bob Cicero from the Globe Poster family. Discover the fascinating stories behind the iconic, colorful posters that promoted everything from Black Broadway to go-go music across the region. Learn how these vibrant works of art once filled Pepco poles and trees throughout the city—until changes in […]

Celebrating his 30 years of advocacy for the city and culture!

Watch the Commanders game on The Go-Go Museum's jumbotron. Join us at The Go-Go Museum & Café for the ultimate tailgate experience! On Sunday, October 19, come watch the Washington Commanders square off against the Dallas Cowboys on our Secret Garden jumbotron. During the game, our café and bar will be serving diaspora inspired food […]

Our beloved Unifest Returns! Our beloved Unifest returns on Saturday, October 18. Join us for a day of food, fellowship, go-go, and gospel. The event will start at 7 AM at MLK & W Street SE. At 12 PM, visit The Go-Go Museum & Café and Anacostia 's many businesses for pop-ups and activations Kick-off: 7 AM […]

Reviving the spirit of the Million Man March and Unifest. LIGHT UP OUR LEGACY in Anacostia! In the spirit of the Million Man March and the return of Unifest, on Thursday, October 16, 2025, we walk the path our ancestors walked across the 11th Street Bridge into Anacostia and Barry Farms where they built their homes […]

The Globe Poster Story: A Conversation with Bob Cicero Learn about Globe Poster Printing, a family business whose colorful promotional posters were used to promote go-go and every form of music on the planet. Rare historic Globe Posters will be available for purchase at the event. There will be an after party with The Experience […]

Sustaining The Beat The Sustaining the Beat campaign is a critical fundraising effort to ensure the continued growth and sustainability of the Go-Go Museum & Café. This campaign will support the museum’s operational needs while enhancing its educational and community-focused programs. $500,000 FUNDRAISER GOAL!! The development campaign will officially kick off on October 4, 2025, […]

🎶✨ It’s Family Friday in Anacostia! Bring the whole family out for an evening of music, culture, and community in the heart of the Anacostia Arts & Culture District. 💛 📅 Friday, October 3 🕕 6–10 PM 📍 Go-Go Museum & Café | 1920 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE 🎟 Admission is FREE for […]

Join us this Friday at the Go-Go Museum & Café for an unforgettable Congressional Black Caucus weekend! Engage in meaningful conversations, empowering trainings, and inspiring leadership from some of the nation’s best. Let’s uplift our communities together!Friday, September 26th's museum events include:Clergy and Community Training at 1 PMYouth Roundtable at 4:30 PMCommunity Roundtable at 6:30 […]

Come and listen to the people who shaped MoCo Go-Go into a scene, past and present. The MoCo Go-Go has always had deep roots in the go-go scene for as long as there has been go-go. Join us for an informative discussion on its impact. Moderated by Jill Greenleigh and TeeJ Smooth Dude Panelists: Bryan […]