Washington, DC Museums - Throughout Washington, there are too many museums and art galleries to squeeze into a few days stay so it is important to narrow down your choices and make the most out of your vacation. Situated in a district all to them, the world-renown Smithsonian Institution offers a wide-range of museum choices to explore.
The Smithsonian options in Washington feature choices such as the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Hirshhorn Museum, National Air and Space Museum, National Museum of American History, National Museum of the American Indian, National Museum of Natural History, as well as the National Portrait Gallery.
National Museum of Natural History
Washington, D.C.
Plenty of displays are available to enjoy when visiting this museum, including subjects, such as minerals and various cultures from all over the world. The largest blue diamond in the world called the Blue Diamond is stationed at this location.
National Air & Space Museum
Washington, D.C.
Some feel that this is the museum that gains the most visits throughout the world. The main topics offered at this selection include space flight, as well as a multitude of interesting artifacts.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Washington, D.C.
Keep in mind to enjoy this museum, you will be in line for a first-come, first-serve basis to receive a ticket. This museum can be reached by taking the Blue and Orange Lines.
National Gallery of Art
Constitution Avenue between 3rd and 7th NW
Washington, D.C.
Many different artists are represented at this art gallery, including Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, as well as Picasso. There is no charge to enter this museum selection.
National Museum of African Art
950 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, D.C.
There are numerous impressive sights to explore when paying a visit to this museum. Some of the features to keep in mind include a variety of sculpture, masks, as well as ceramic pieces.
National Museum of American Art
Old Patent Office Building
Washington, D.C.
When visiting the building that holds this plethora of American art, you will encounter an impressive example of Greek Revival architecture. Some of the artists whose work is on display includes Mary Cassatt, Edward Hopper and Georgia O'Keefe.
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