Visitor Information
The National Museum of Women in the Arts is conveniently located in the heart of Washington, D.C., at the corner of New York Avenue and 13th Street, NW.
Plan Your Visit
Many other museums, the Convention Center, and the White House are within easy walking distance. Make your visit a memorable one by reviewing our Visitor Guidelines for helpful information about photography at the museum, Wi-Fi access, self-guided tours, and more, and see our Accessibility page for information about amenities at the museum.
Admission to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Floor Galleries
| Adults: | $10.00 |
| Visitors 65 and over: | $8.00 |
| Students: | $8.00 |
| NMWA members: | Free |
| Youth 18 and under: | Free |
Admission to the Great Hall, Mezzanine, and Long Gallery is free.
Daily Gallery Experiences
Join us for 30-minute “conversation pieces” most days at 2 p.m. These brief experiences spotlight two works on view. Free with museum admission; reservations not required. Check in at the Information Desk to learn more.
Community Day
Visit us on the first Sunday of the month for FREE admission to the museum—take this opportunity to explore our collection and current exhibitions.
Blue Star Museums
MAY 25–SEP 02 2019
Once again, NMWA is joining the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and over 2,000 museums in the U.S. to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families starting Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Hours
Monday–Saturday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday
12 p.m.–5 p.m.
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
ADDITIONAL MUSEUM CLOSURES:
| MAY 14 2019 | The Great Hall will be closed for an event set up. Free museum admission. |
Dining
Visit the Mezzanine Café for lunch Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Library and Research Center
The Betty Boyd Dettre Library and Research Center is open Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1 p.m.–5 p.m. and is closed on major holidays.
Getting to NMWA
Plan your trip with goDCgo interactive map for more information about how to route your trip via buses, metro, bicycle rentals, and more.
BY METRO:
(From D.C., MD, and VA)
Take the Red, Blue, Orange, or Silver lines to Metro Center. Use the 13th Street exit and walk two blocks north. Visit the WMATA website for detailed maps and schedules.
BY BUS:
Travel by bus routes 80, G8, S2, S4, X2, D6, D3, 68, D1, and 42 to the corner of H and 13th Streets, NW. Visit the WMATA website for detailed maps and schedules.
BY CAR:
Since metered street parking is minimal, NMWA has partnered with SpotHero (formerly Parking Panda), the nation's leading parking reservation app. Visitors can purchase guaranteed parking at nearby parking garages with rates up to 50% off drive-up. Once purchased, present your purchase confirmation at the selected location (this serves as your payment). Parking is guaranteed even if the location otherwise fills up.
Hotels
The Sofitel and Washington Marriott at Metro Center are the official hotels of the National Museum of Women in the Arts. Both less than two blocks away, these downtown hotels are a quick walk to NMWA!
