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MEI regularly hosts leading experts, officials, and journalists, highlighting a range of voices from the region, at weekly in-person events in Washington, online webinars, and conferences.

Upcoming Events

Event Series

Virtual Briefing Series

Exclusive, in-depth briefings on the region’s most impactful trends and issues.

Thursday Webinar Series

Invitation-only discussions hosted by Vice President for Policy, Ken Pollack, offering off-the-record insights into the most pressing challenges shaping the Middle East and US strategic interests in the region. Contact [email protected] for information on how to join the invitation list.

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MEI Art Gallery – June First Friday Open House
  • Arts & Culture
  • MEI Art Gallery – June First Friday Open House

    Join us to see our latest exhibition, Beyond the Weave: Contemporary Dialogues with AlSadu, at the upcoming First Friday Open House as part of Art Walk Dupont.

    June 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

    MEI Art Gallery - 1763 N St NW, Washington DC 20036

    In Conversation with Zahi Hawass
  • Arts & Culture
  • Event
  • In Conversation with Zahi Hawass

    Reflections on Egypt's Heritage, Tourism and Global Partnerships

    June 5, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

    Middle East Institute 1763 N St. NW Washington, DC 20036

    LIVE at MEI: Voices from the Arab Diaspora
  • Arts & Culture
  • Event
  • LIVE at MEI: Voices from the Arab Diaspora

    An evening of uplifting storytelling, humor, and community building.

    May 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    Middle East Institute - 1763 N St NW, Washington DC 20036

    MEI Art Gallery – May First Friday Open House
  • Arts & Culture
  • MEI Art Gallery – May First Friday Open House

    Join us to see our latest exhibition, Beyond the Weave: Contemporary Dialogues with AlSadu, at the upcoming First Friday Open House as part of Art Walk Dupont.

    May 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

    MEI Art Gallery, 1763 N St NW, Washington DC 20036