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National Gallery of Art - West Building

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Northwest Washington, Washington

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Ranked #3 for art museums in Washington
"works by Rembrandt and Picasso.-- Green Guide Editor"(4 Tips)
"... special exhibition, Chester Dale Collection: From Impressionism to Modernism"(4 Tips)
"You cant miss the west wing!"(3 Tips)
"Gelato between the East and West Galleries is the best!"(2 Tips)

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Camilo AngelMay 18, 2019
Awesome collection.
Kat BersenevaJune 11, 2012
Participate in concerts they have on Sundays, 6.30pm, come in advance to take a place. Around you are greens and flowers. Awesome
David JollyApril 17, 2011
Pizza is sub par. Coming from the Philly area I know my pizza. Go with the per ounce salad bar for best value.
Mike DavisJune 23, 2015
We saw the three magii by Reubens. First time together in over 100 years.
Jimmy T.June 10, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Best Memories: The Photographs of Allen Ginsberg. Excellent exhibit. A must see. Pop in during Sunday's Pride Festival to cool off a bit. It's worth well worth it. Read more
Bridget GriffinJune 25, 2014
A must! Spend some time there.
Valentina FernandezJune 24, 2010
Its like heaven. Don't miss the hidden Jackson Pollack room near the mini theaters in the main entrance
Flash SheridanDecember 27, 2023
Whole north side of west gallery closed, 1–28
Adam GerardFebruary 18, 2012
Double espresso was pretty well made. Recommended even at $4.
raymondweilDecember 13, 2011
Feeling uninspired? See how books and literature are transformed into a total art concept at the 'Text as Inspiration' exhibition. Precision is my inspiration.
Enzo MartinelliFebruary 4, 2017
My favourite museum in DC
Ben HundleyMarch 30, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Nice place! 😎
Anjanaa SanthanamApril 14, 2019
Closes at 4. I believed google which said 7 PM and went at 4 only to find it closed.
Washington BladeAugust 19, 2011
Saturday: Film Series: UCLA's Annual Festival of Preservation: On the Vitaphone, 1928-1930; Rendezvous with Annie preceded by A Selection of ‘Soundies’
DoraJuly 21, 2010
Don't miss climbing up the East Building Tower Gallery for a view of The Mall and art by Picasso, Matisse and Rothko. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
David Fajardo PulidoJune 11, 2018
Great building and exhibition.
Amy KennedyFebruary 15, 2010
Go to the National Gallery of Art and try one of the Watson Adventures scavenger hunts. Go in with a team of 4-6 people and a creative team name.
Will ShafferSeptember 3, 2018
DaVinci & Dutch Masters
Alexi FitchMarch 13, 2012
A decent price for decent food. A hard thing to come by on the national mall.
Tyler UnderwoodApril 15, 2012
A guard gave this to me. It makes this huge place easier.
looshka viApril 22, 2011
Impressionists're closed till winter 2012, i guess:(( you can find part of them in the first floor of west building, and little part of them in east.
MonicaJanuary 26, 2010
Want to see the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in all of the Americas? Head over to the west building to check out Ginevra de' Benci. Read more
George FotopoulosJanuary 20, 2019
One of the best
DC Preservation LeagueAugust 11, 2011
Built in 1941 using the designs o architects John Russell Pope and Eggers & Higgins.
Katie G.July 17, 2011
The Stories in Art program is free and awesome!
Roland VarrialeJuly 4, 2010
If you bring a bag make sure it only hangs on one shoulder. Or else you have to check it in
Kevin HarberNovember 26, 2009
Been here 10+ times
Ride the moving walkway through the Milennium exhibit on the basement level between the East and West Wings. Read more
MLKDLSZApril 25, 2019
Its amazing here...
AlicynJanuary 29, 2011
Excellent food on concourse level food court
Erik MoeJanuary 30, 2010
The espresso drinks in the cafe are to be avoided. Drip coffee is a tolerable option, but the gelato is probably your best bet.
Tom MatzzieJanuary 18, 2010
They have some interesting Picassos. I like the East Gallery better.
Jenniffer MastersonMarch 15, 2011
the Chester Dale collection is well worth spending some time in.
Jared SOctober 5, 2011
Features the only painting by da Vinci in the Western Hemisphere.
kazahelAugust 22, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Good gelato, but the line can get ridiculously long.
Abel MohlerDecember 4, 2011
Don't miss the Rembrant section.
Rubén BalderasDecember 19, 2018
IMPRESSIONISM!!!!!
Zara KhanAugust 21, 2014
Just mind blowing!
Nikos BournasFebruary 12, 2012
Stupid museum policy alert. Don't carry your child on your back or you will be told not to. The front is ok BTW!!!
Melissa BennettMay 10, 2011
The Chester Dale exhibit is amazing.
SilviaMarch 7, 2010
Enjoy a pulled pork sandwich by the waterfall, followed by gelato
DaimonMarch 14, 2010
Find the East Tower room and sit in front of Rothko's black paintings.
Misha K.July 23, 2011
Rum raisin sorbet + Cappucino
Lauren ShankmanApril 6, 2012
Pricey but yummy
Steven JohnsonMarch 14, 2010
See the special exhibition, Chester Dale Collection: From Impressionism to Modernism
Cindy Souza - Metro DC Real EstateAugust 15, 2011
more traditional art
Joanna ChampagneJuly 23, 2010
Been here 5+ times
World class art right here in DC. Read more
Zu AlFaqihApril 14, 2010
Salvador Dali's "Last Supper" with a blonde semi-transparent Jesus-- a rare work, even for the NGA. Read more
Brian MurrayDecember 11, 2011
Check out Da Vinci!
Erik MoeJanuary 30, 2010
Pick up a film calendar. Excellent free screenings year round.
angela nFebruary 20, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Vermeer's "Woman Holding a Balance": The composition is exquisite. West Main Floor Gallery 50A Read more

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