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Organized in celebration of Jamaica's golden jubilee anniversary of independence, this exhibition features photography, new media and video work by seven Jamaican artists living and working in the United States. At the Terrace Level Gallery. Organization of the American States General Secretariat Building, Terrace Level Gallery 1889 F St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-458-6016

Works by six Montgomery County artists Silver Spring Civic Building at Veteran's Plaza One Veteran's Place, Silver Spring, MD

Work by James Prosek, who aims to remind us of the role visual representation plays in shaping our perceptions of the natural world. National Academy of Sciences 2100 C St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-334-2436

Maps, engravings and diaries chart the city's growth over two centuries. Folger Shakespeare Library 201 East Capitol St. SE, Washington, DC | 202-544-4600

An all-media exhibit that celebrates the gallery's 25th anniversary. At the Target Gallery. Torpedo Factory Art Center 105 N. Union St., Alexandria, VA | 703-838-4565, Ext. 4

Curated by Michele Reday Cook; opening reception Sept. 7 at 7-10 p.m. Del Ray Artisans 2704 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA | 703-838-4827

The artist's vivid hues and aggressive brushing take viewers deep into farm, country and urban life that range from bucolic to frenetic. Foundry Gallery 1314 18th Street NW, Washington, DC | 202-463-0203

An Iraqi gardener, two marines and, yes, a tiger walk the streets of Baghdad and consider life after war in this darkly humorous show. Round House Theatre 4545 East-West Highway, Bethesda, MD | 240-644-1100

The Pulitzer Prize finalist about an up-and-coming pro wrestler taking on the current champ is staged. Woolly Mammoth Theatre 641 D St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-393-3939

Photographs by Jane Rader Great Falls Library 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA | 703-757-8560