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Free Community Day

Visit us on Community Day for free admission to the museum.

Jan 14, 2026. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

About Community Day: Visit us on the first Sunday and second Wednesday of each month for free museum admission. Take this opportunity to explore our collection and current exhibitions. Free. Reservations recommended.


Open Studio: Join NMWA educators in the museum’s studio from 10 am to 4 pm for free, self-directed drop-in art-making activities inspired by artworks on view. Activities and inspirations change each month. Visitors of all ages are invited to participate. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.


Gallery Talk: Facilitated by museum staff members, these 30-minute, conversational, thematic talks highlight two to three works on view. Take a deeper look, learn about the artists’ inspirations, and discuss what you see, all on your lunch break. Meet in the Great Hall at 12 pm.


Collection Highlights Tour: Explore the museum’s collection during these engaging 45-minute drop-in tours at 2 pm. These guided experiences feature six to eight works on view, highlighting the creative contributions of artists from the 16th century to today. Meet in the Great Hall.


Library and Research Center: Browse the reading room, which holds an extensive collection of books. Whether you’re an avid researcher, a student, or simply curious, our welcoming space offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Stop by and explore the stories, works, and legacies of women and nonbinary artists from around the globe!


Exhibitions on View


CONTACT

1250 New York Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20005
United States

(800) 222-7270
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