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Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art
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Southwest Washington, Washington
"Excellent collection, peacock room was the best part 🦚"(3 Tips)
"The hanging monkeys near the entrance are amazing."(2 Tips)
"early and explore the Buddhist exhibit in the basement"(3 Tips)
"Paintings and sculptures"(2 Tips)
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IWalked Audio ToursJune 16, 2013Bldg designed by Jean Paul Carlhian. Inside are works that date back as far as 5000 B.C.E. Most popular item is Taj Mahal Emerald which weighs 141.13 carats. Full site history via<LINK> Read more
- Teh PwnzorJuly 23, 2010Every Sunday during the summer the gallery host free movies directed by Asian directors. Go early and explore the Buddhist exhibit in the basement and the gorgeous Peacock Room
Gaurav BansalFebruary 17, 2017I go there for the special exhibits but permanent collection is also quite good.
Brian T.July 13, 2015The Peacock Room Remix is really well done. Very jarring and dissonant compared to the original
Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 2, 2011Xu Bing's suspended sculpture, "Monkeys Grasping for the Moon," is a must-see. Don't miss the Chinese jade collection either! -- Green Guide Editor- George ZinkgrafApril 4, 2016Paintings and sculptures are a fantastic representation of oriental art.
MarkMarch 19, 2011Everything in the gift shop is currently 75% off. Asian style posters for $1.25 each. Mini prints for 10 cents. Can't beat that.
John StokerJune 6, 2010Go to the sackler museum and see "In the Realm of the Buddha" after that meditate on all the good karma you've just earned
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Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art
1050 Independence Ave SW
Washington, D.C. 20013
United States
Washington, D.C. 20013
United States
At: National Mall
Home to one of North America’s largest and most comprehensive collections of Asian art.
Closed until 10:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 10:00 AM–5:30 PM
(202) 633-1000
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"Great collection, small enough to see everything. Was glad that it was free on weekdays, so had a delicious lunch in the cafe"
Sarah K. - 8.9
"Can't complain about the food! Nice selection of international cuisine (and more "American" things). Great for a brunch or lunch in a nice space, thought it could very well be loud when busy."
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