The Smithsonian American Art Museum is the home of the largest collection of American art in the world. Its holdingsover 39,000 workstell the story of America through the visual arts and represent the most inclusive collection of American art of any museum today. It is the nation's first federal art collection, predating the 1846 founding of the Smithsonian Institution. The artworks were transferred to the Smithsonian Institution in the 1850s. In 1968, the collection moved into its current home in the historic Patent Office Building. Perhaps the finest example of Greek Revival architecture in the United States, it is the third oldest federal building in Washington D.C. Clara Barton tended wounded soldiers here when the building served as a hospital during the Civil War, and in March 1865, it was the site of Abraham Lincoln's second inaugural ball. The Smithsonian began an extensive renovation of this landmark building in 2001, and anticipates completion in 2006.
Location:
8th and G Streets, NW, Washington DC
Telephone
202-357-2700
Other Art nearby:
(Washington) Aaron Gallery
(Easton) Academy Of The Arts
(Washington) Adams Davidson Galleries
(Lorton) Adler's Art Frame Gallery
(Washington) Affrica Gallery
(Columbia) African Art Museum of Maryland
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02/21 Coming to The Washington area
Dewey Beach PopFest Dewey Beach DE April12-13 Features three nights of showcase performances and two days of demo and mentoring sessions, tradeshow, and industry events.
National Cherry Blossom Festival Washington DC March20-April14 The nation’s greatest springtime celebration unites for four spectacular weekends including the Cherry Blossom Parade.
Pork in the Park BBQ Festival Salisbury MD April19-21 Follow your nose to the Pork in the Park BBQ Festival. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this Eastern Shore staple will be served up April 19-21st at Salisbury's WinterPlace Park.
Galena Dogwood Festival Galena MD May4 The annual Galena Dogwood Festival is will take place throughout Galena. The parade will have a War of 1812 theme.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 As one of the longest running festivals in the state of Delaware, Dover Days dates back to 1933. What started as a garden tour staged by the Dover Garden Club, has now become an annual time to remember First State heritage with community spirit and an entertaining festival of family events.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 You can claim Dover, Delaware, the capital city of the First State, as your state capital during the 80th anniversary celebration of the Dover Days Festival!.
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