Participate
Be part ofthe portrait.
Capital M is built with — not about — DC mothers. Complete the form below to get involved.
Share Your Story
Sit with us for an oral history interview, drop into a community listening session, or share digitally. Every DC mother's story belongs in Capital M.
Become a Capital M Ambassador
We're recruiting 6–8 DC mothers as community co-creators. Lead outreach in your ward, attend creative workshops, and be featured in the exhibition.
Nominate a Mom
Know a DC mother whose story deserves to be heard? Nominations are open to individuals, organizations, and community partners across all eight wards.
Submit Artwork
An open call for creative works exploring and reflecting DC motherhood. Selected pieces will be featured in the Who Raised You? exhibition in April 2027.
Click here →Attend Events
From the launch in June 2026 to A Moment for Mom in January 2027 and the culminating exhibition in April 2027 — come be in the room.
Stay Connected
Learn more about our story-collection process, upcoming events, and behind-the-scenes updates.
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Launch Activities
Capital M, Activated.
Launch Activity 01
My mama said…
Finish the sentence with a saying or phrase you associate with your mom — or with moms in general. Submissions appear on the wall in real time.
The Wall
Be the first to share what your mama said.
Launch Activity 02
Mom Memory Map.
Share a memory of or fact about your mom in DC. Drop the year, the place, and the moment. Pins populate the map in real time — click any pin to read it.
Pinned memories: 0 · Open full map
Add your mom memory here
Example location: 20th St. NE & Rhode Island Ave NE.
The colors of our mothers
Program
- • Welcome
- • Activation
- • Creative Selection by Arnetta Lee
- • Introducing Capital M
- • Reception
- • Closing Remarks
Scan here to participate in the Capital M launch activities
https://www.capitalmdc.com/memory-map