WASHINGTON—This holiday season, the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) presents a wide selection of gifts for everyone on your list. From housewares and books to apparel and jewelry, you will find gifts that combine beauty and function at every price point.
Browse the online shop to ship items directly to your home. Museum members receive 10% off all purchases. Your purchase supports the museum’s exhibitions and programs championing women in the arts.
High-resolution images are available for all items. Featured items include:
Membership
Give the gift of a museum membership this holiday season! Share your support of women in the arts. NMWA membership is a truly meaningful present that lasts all year long and includes access to special programs and content, Women in the Arts magazine subscription and more. (Allow three to four weeks for delivery.)
Antoinette Bouzonnet-Stella Scarf, $138
Designed exclusively for NMWA, this 100% silk scarf features an iconic print by the 17th-century French artist, providing a unique and elegant touch to any outfit. Made with high-quality materials and meticulous attention to detail, this scarf is a must-have for any fashion-forward individual looking to add a touch of art to their wardrobe. 27.5 x 71 in., hand rolled seam.
Asymmetrical Leaf and Feather Jeweled Hair Clips, $17.50
A pair of stunning jeweled hair clips is adorned with intricate beading and sequins in sage and lilac tones. Comes with a vintage-inspired velvet card. 3 1/8 in. long.
Tamara de Lempicka Socks, $15
This “art you can wear” is an exclusive design for NMWA, featuring artist Tamara de Lempicka’s Young Woman with Gloves (1930–31). A must-have for all art lovers and a stylish addition to any outfit. Available in medium (shoe size 6-9) or large (shoe size 9-13 ½).
Sari Shopper Tote, $12
A colorful take on the classic shopper tote, this style is made from repurposed sari textiles and folds up for easy storage. Colors and patterns are all one-of-a-kind.
Sustainably handmade by women artisans in Bangladesh. Approximately 12 in. wide by 15 in. high, with an 11 in. strap drop.
Sunset Jams Mini Print, $12
Whether you’re adding a pop of personality to your desk, gallery wall, or bookshelf, this mini print by Katie Scarlett is the perfect accent piece for any art lover. Measures 5 x 7 in.; also available in 8 x 10 in. ($40). Giclee art print. Other illustrations by artist Katie Scarlett available.
Landscape Sketchbook, $18
Top of Form Designer sketchbook with flexible cover wrapped in book cloth, metallic gold foil accent and bright white, quality drawing paper. Measures 8.5 x 6 in., 40 pages.
Movie Buff Trivia, $12
Lights, camera, action! The Movie Buff Trivia Card Game from Ridley’s will put your big screen knowledge to the test. Features 140 unique question cards.
The Story of Art Without Men, $32.50
How many women artists do you know? Who makes art history? Did women even work as artists before the 20th century? Guided by Katy Hessel, art historian and founder of @thegreatwomenartists, have your sense of art history overturned and your eyes opened to many art forms often ignored or dismissed. From the Cornish coast to Manhattan, Nigeria to Japan, this is the history of art as it’s never been told before. Hardcover, 512 pages.
Blackwing Pencils Essential Set, $40
A perfect introduction to Blackwing pencils and accessories, all in one beautiful box set. Includes four Blackwing pencils, one one-step long point sharpener, and one matte black point guard.
National Museum of Women in the Arts
The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) is the first museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts. With its collections, exhibitions, programs and online content, the museum inspires dynamic exchanges about art and ideas. NMWA advocates for better representation of women and nonbinary artists and serves as a vital center for thought leadership, community engagement and social change. NMWA addresses the gender imbalance in the presentation of art by bringing to light important women artists of the past while promoting great women artists working today. The collection highlights a wide range of works in a variety of mediums by artists including Rosa Bonheur, Louise Bourgeois, Lalla Essaydi, Lavinia Fontana, Frida Kahlo, Hung Liu, Zanele Muholi, Faith Ringgold, Niki de Saint Phalle and Amy Sherald.
NMWA is located at 1250 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. It is open Tues.–Sun., 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and closed on Mondays and select holidays. Admission is $16 for adults, $13 for D.C. residents and visitors 70 and over, and free for visitors 21 and under. Admission is free the first Sunday and second Wednesday of each month. For information, call 202-783-5000, visit nmwa.org, Broad Strokes blog, Facebook or Instagram.
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