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Explore the museum's diverse and wide-ranging exhibitions.
Thousands of works of art, artifacts and archival materials are available for the study of portraiture.
Visitors of all ages can learn about portraiture through a variety of weekly public programs to create art, tell stories, and explore the museum.
On view: March 1, 2024 through January 5, 2025 First floor
Girl Scouts Honorees and Alumnae in the National Portrait Gallery’s Collection
January 27, 2024 – April 28, 2024 Kogod Courtyard
On view: November 3, 2023 – October 27, 2024 First floor
October 20, 2023– September 2, 2024
National Portrait Gallery 8th and G Streets NW Washington, DC 20001
Open 7 days a week 11:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Closed Dec. 25
Monday, March 18 | 5– 6:00 pm | FREE | Reserve a spot
Thu., Mar. 28 | 6 – 7:00 pm | McEvoy Auditorium FREE | Reserve a spot
Tuesday, March 26 | 5:00 – 6:45 pm FREE | Reserve a spot
Episode 11: Brilliant Exiles Everybody needs a Paris
Daily | 12:00 – 1:00 & 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Saturdays & Sundays | 12:00–3:00 p.m. | Education Ctr. | FREE