The Portrait Gallery once a Civil War Era hospital where famed poet Walt Whitman helped injured soldiers. Today, those portraits along with thousands of others are housed in the building. The Portrait Gallery has hosted art exhibits since 1829 and eventually becoming a dedicated museum. Featuring portraits of the great women and men who aided strengthen the United States. Presidents and first ladies are displayed, as well as military leaders of the Civil War, such as Grant and Sherman. See 19th-century daguerreotypes, early photographs, before learning about Robber Barons and Suffragettes of the early 20th century.
Move on to the American Art Museum where artists impressionist artist Mary Cassatt is on display. See iconic paintings by Edward Hopper and David Hockney. Georgia O’Keeffe’s alluring flowers will strike up conversations as much as the unusual portrait of former President Obama. Learn about the WPA-era photographs that depicted the nation during the Great Depression.
Attractions & guided tours
Private and Semi-Private Smithsonian Portrait Gallery & American Art Museum guided tour
from
$73.14
Free cancellation
Language: English
Availability:
Daily
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration:
up to 2 hours 30 minutes
Do this because
- See the Obama and Pocahontas portraits
- Artworks featuring Civil war generals McClellan, Grant, and Sherman
- Experience America: WPA art from Roosevelt’s new deal
- Check out the famous Gilbert portrait of Washington
- Paintings by Whistler, Hopper, Mary Cassatt, and David Hockney
What to expect
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What's included
- Entrance fees
- Guided tour
Where
8th St NW & F St NW, Washington, DC 20001, United States
Meeting point:
Meet your guide on the steps outside the G Street entrance to the museum.
What to remember
- Semi-private tours have 8 guests per guide for a more intimate and personalized experience
- The semi-private tour has a minimum requirement of 2 participants to run (an alternative date or full refund will be offered if the minimum is not met)
- Private museum tour: Private professional tour guide just for you
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Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.
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