National Gallery of Art Contemporary Art
A Classic Collection
National Mall Between 3rd and 9th Streets
Washington,
DC, 20004
United States
+1 202 737 4215
+1 202 842 6948
http://www.nga.gov
gallery-archives@nga.gov
Transport Options:
Train Available: Archives-Navy Memorial or Judiciary Square
Overview
The National Gallery houses an extensive collection of European and American art in two spectacular buildings. In the grand, neoclassical West Building, Rembrandt, Rubens and Gainsborough are well-represented. The permanent collection includes works from the 13th to 20th Centuries including a section devoted to Impressionism. An underground concourse with a cafeteria, an excellent gift shop and a walled-in waterfall takes you to the East Building. Designed by I.M. Pei, this triangular building is a key city landmark and home to 20th-century art works and temporary exhibitions.Open Hours
Mo to Sa from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM, Su from 11:00 AM to 06:00 PM
This is a must see for all ages. Exhibits are well displayed, refreshing. See them near or afar or from top. Painting and sculptures; larger and small.
It was really nice, I'm not into art too much but they had a different style of displays. AND it was comfortable inside as well as clean!
Majestic awesome ... the best in the ENTIRE world ...do not miss it ...This is the place of a lifetime. You have not lived if you have not explored both the new and the old!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The National Gallery is an incredible museum, but takes all day or even longer to do it right. Be sure to pick up the free audio guide wands at the door and get there early. Also pace yourself and take breaks throughout as your back and feet will start to to ache. For us we made to sure to hit the museum periods that interested us most early on. The Impressionist displays are not to be missed with Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec and Degas. Well worth the time. Best time to visit is in the winter.
Great place to visit while in Washington DC. All museums are great to visit. If you want something a little more upbeat or following a visit to the Holocaust museum this is a good one to visit.
National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, DC is the best place to start learning art! There are many paiters represent different art technic. I like the best Monete. My husband can spand an hour to watch this master of the art.
If you like artsy stuff, you will love this art gallery. It has a lot of collections from different genre. Great place to spend a day.
