By: Danica Serena Stockton By: Danica Serena Stockton | August 30, 2023 | Date Night, Date Place, culture, Art, Guide,
Washington DC locals and visitors visit museums to soak in culture through the arts. Whether a tourist or a DC resident, stroll these art museums for a new perspective on life or a relaxing escape from the demands of everyday life.
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The works of famed artists flood the National Gallery of Art. The West Wing has multiple floors of 13th to 17th-century artwork, while the East Wing displays modern and contemporary pieces. Cafes dispersed through the halls offer space to reprieve and recharge between exhibits. Stroll through the gardens for natural aesthetic stimulation.
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Renwick Gallery showcases contemporary and decorative arts. Visual art installations challenge observers to rethink reality and perception using light, 3D sculptures and more.
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The Rubell Museum is a family collection that began with spouses Mera and Don Rubell visiting artist studios in New York to collect pieces. Joined by their son, Jason Rubell, in 1982, the family began to expand the collection to create exhibitions and develop museums.
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American presidents' portraits and fine artworks from the 20th century live at National Portrait Gallery. Some of the most prominent figures in paintings and drawings are in the galleries of this art museum. The atrium doubles as a tranquil space to read, work or study.
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National Museum of Asian Art exhibits Turkish Film Festival projects, Ancient Chinese jades, Korean ceramics from the Goryeo period and ancient civilization artifacts. Rich foreign culture is the backbone of this establishment.
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National Museum of African Art, inspires appreciation of the beauty and power of African culture and arts. Nollywood, Saharan Africa and contemporary are only a few African art niches. Soak in Africa's deep-rooted culture and history at National Museum of African Art.
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The Kreeger Museum in Foxhall helms from David Lloyd Kreeger and his wife Carmen Kreeger, active local art enthusiasts and American Art philanthropists. The former home of the couple serves as a museum to showcase an impressive collection, including works from some of the most prominent European artists like Picasso, Monet, Renoir, Degas, van Gogh, Braque, Kandinsky, Bonnard, Sisley and Pissarro.
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Distinctive architecture begins the visual journey of the Hirshhorn Museum. Modern, contemporary and sculptural garden art presents viewers with thought-provoking scenes. The museum highlights art that shifts cultural, artistic and political landscapes.
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