New Writings in American Art: Virtual Conversation with Glenn Adamson

July 8, 2021

Discover how craft artists have shaped the cultural identity of the United States. Join the Smithsonian American Art Museum for a virtual conversation featuring author and craft historian Glenn Adamson. […]

Virtual May Day Family Celebration

April 30, 2021

Celebrate spring and learn more about art and environmental conservation with our virtual May Day family program. Explore how the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s team of art conservators preserve and […]

SYNERGY: The Intersection of Art & Fashion

October 27, 2020

SYNERGY, a combination art gallery and fashion show, will fully represent the merged artistic expressions from the world of fashion design and that of visual art. Adorning the walls of […]

Smithsonian Craft Show 2019 Preview Night Benefit

March 11, 2019

Attend a beautiful gala at the Smithsonian Craft Show Preview Night at the National Building Museum. Meet the artists and shop for unique handcrafted pieces in a fun, intimate setting […]

Smithsonian Craft Show 2019 Friends Night Out


Bring your friends for this special night of fun shopping, nibbles and cash bar at the Smithsonian Craft Show. Extended shopping hours for Thursday night patrons at the general admission […]

Open: An Installation by Robin Bell

February 3, 2019

Open, an installation of lights and projections by artist Robin Bell, is a celebration of transparency, belonging and accessibility. Reflecting on the cancellation of the Robert Mapplethorpe exhibition at the […]

Open: An Installation by Robin Bell


Open, an installation of lights and projections by artist Robin Bell, is a celebration of transparency, belonging and accessibility. Reflecting on the cancellation of the Robert Mapplethorpe exhibition at the […]

Wild Things: National Capital Art Glass Guild

March 18, 2018

The Glen Echo Park Partnership and the National Capital Art Glass Guild are pleased to present Wild Things. These are turbulent times! Simply put, we are surrounded by change. This […]

NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART COMMUNITY CELEBRATION

March 5, 2018

What’s your American story? Join us on March 24 and 25 for a celebration of American art and storytelling. Highlights include an original “Story Chorus” performance designed and lead by […]

NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART COMMUNITY CELEBRATION


What’s your American story? Join us on March 24 and 25 for a celebration of American art and storytelling. Highlights include an original “Story Chorus” performance designed and lead by […]