Black Public Media is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the development, production, and distribution of media content that explores the Black experience. Founded in 1979, it provides funding, training, and resources to filmmakers and content creators, amplifying diverse stories through public media platforms.

Mixologist Gina Chersevani's Buffalo & Bergen pays homage to her Brooklyn Italian roots with inventive twists on classic drinks. Since 2012, the Union Market hotspot has paired authentic New York bagels with creative soda-fountain cocktails. With a second location on Capitol Hill and a third coming to Cleveland Park in Fall 2024, Chersevani's nostalgic concept continues to expand across Washington, DC.

CulturalDC supports innovative artists across all disciplines, making their work accessible to diverse audiences and fostering vibrant urban communities. Known for providing a platform for bold contemporary artists, recent programs include February James’ Homecoming and Anthony Akinbola’s Monty Hall. Since 1998, CulturalDC has brokered over 350,000 square feet of artist space, owns Source on 14th Street, and operates the Mobile Art Gallery—a 40-ft shipping container gallery that has exhibited across all eight wards of the city, reaching over 100,000 visitors.

Hotel Nell - Union Market honors the rich history of the Bolgiano Seed Company and the family matriarch, Nell, who served as company president for decades. What was once a thriving seed warehouse and store is now a 106-room boutique hotel overlooking Union Market District's bustling culinary and cultural community in Washington, DC.

Positioned at the confluence of several of Washington DC’s most dynamic neighborhoods, The Morrow Washington DC, Curio Collection by Hilton is a tranquil city refuge. Revel in its elevated designs, exquisite accommodations, and innovative cuisine.

The Social Impact group at the Kennedy Center is dedicated to using the arts as a tool for social change, fostering community engagement, and addressing social issues through innovative programming. By partnering with artists, activists, and cultural leaders, the group creates inclusive experiences that connect the arts with local and global communities to inspire meaningful dialogue and impact.

Social Supply is a DMV-based creative powerhouse that transforms spaces into meaningful experiences. With a passion for innovative design and a commitment to quality, we specialize in full life cycle design and build of experiential environments. Founded in 2016 by partners Jess and Ryan, our team has grown to include experiential designers, engineers, fabricators, logistics crew, and installers to meet the demands of clients both locally and nationally. At Umbrella, Social Supply invites you to explore one of their creations, which are always intended to evoke a moment of presence and engagement, however that might show up for you.

Mixologist Gina Chersevani's Suburbia, a 1960s Airstream trailer turned bar outside Union Market, serves up frozen cocktails and cold beers. The nostalgic setup evokes summer memories with Adirondack chairs and refreshing drinks. Patrons can lounge on the grass, play cornhole, and soak up the sun for a true suburban experience.

Pioneering vision is the driving force behind Union Market District, an historically relevant neighborhood of sights, sounds and tastes that continues to thrive today. Expanding beyond its origins as a food market to include shopping, dining, arts, entertainment and community events year-round, Union Market District is a discovery destination—a place for creative enterprise and authentic experiences.