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Smithsonian National Museum of African Art

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Open daily 10:00am - 5:30pm Address: 950 Independence Avenue SW, Washington DC 20013

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To inspire conversations about the beauty, power and diversity of African arts and cultures worldwide.

Address: 950 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560, USA
Phone: (202) 633-4600
State: District of Columbia
Zip Code: 20560


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Amazing museum! During a late April visit there were long lines for the Air & Space and Natural History museums, but not too many people were in the African Art museum. That was puzzling, but it made for a very peaceful experience. BTW, my party entered from a Victorian garden area after visiting the Castle, and missed the entrance sign , so didn't know what museum we were in. We went all the way down to the lowest level and thought it was just an underground administration building, until we stumbled into a gallery. I wish the whole Smithsonian campus had unusual entrances, as there's nothing quite like not having a clue where you are, and then having the art tell you your place.
9 years ago (05-09-2017)
One of the best art museums on the Mall, the NMAA is relatively small, which means you can take in the story it has to tell in just a couple of hours. That collection is well curated, with a helpful guide to reading the themes and patterns of African Art available. The museum has friendly, welcoming staff. Special exhibits on the bottom level rotate regularly.
9 years ago (03-09-2017)
A history lesson like no other. Starting from the year 1400 trans Atlantic slave trade to the present day. Each floor could have easily taken a whole day. The stories housed here reshaped my thinking about history and provided inspiration for enduring thorough today's challenges
9 years ago (29-07-2017)
I finally got my first visit under my belt. A great place to visit on a hot summer's day. I spent most of my time with the Senses of Time exhibit, which closes on 18 Jan. 2018. There is a wonderful part where South Africans of various races are interviewed with their grandmothers and they discuss Apartheid and change in South Africa. My only issue was that one of the neighboring videos was way too loud in some portions and that caused me to miss some of what was said. I will be coming back because I feel like there is so much I missed. I will eat first and experience and a slow pace.
9 years ago (20-06-2017)
Great exhibitions but a few were closed during my visit. A worthwhile place to learn about underrepresented cultures in art
9 years ago (31-08-2017)
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