Museum
National Museum of Women in the Arts
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The National Museum of Women in the Arts is a unique institution that highlights the contributions of women artists throughout history. Housed in a former Masonic temple, the museum's collection spans from the Renaissance to contemporary works. Visitors can explore pieces by artists like Frida Kahlo, Mary Cassatt, and Georgia O'Keeffe, as well as rotating exhibitions. The museum also offers a library and research center focused on women in the arts.
Don't miss
- View Frida Kahlo's 'Self-Portrait Dedicated to Leon Trotsky' and other iconic works.
- Explore the permanent collection featuring Mary Cassatt, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Louise Bourgeois.
- Visit the library and research center dedicated to women artists.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit National Museum of Women in the Arts
You can visit National Museum of Women in the Arts on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
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