Renwick Gallery, Washington D.C.

Name: Renwick Gallery
Address: 1661 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington D.C., 20006, United States
Telephone: +1 202-633-7970

#72 among attractions in Washington D.C.

Museum, Art museum

Gallery (18)

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Facts and practical information

The Renwick Gallery is a branch of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, located in Washington, D.C., and focuses on American craft and decorative arts from the 19th to the 21st century. It is housed in a National Historic Landmark building that was begun in 1859 on Pennsylvania Avenue and originally housed the Corcoran Gallery of Art. When it was built in 1859, it was known as "the American Louvre". ()

Alternative names: Built: 1859 (165 years ago)Coordinates: 38°53'57"N, 77°2'21"W

Address

1661 Pennsylvania Ave NWNorthwest Washington (Washington Mall)Washington D.C. 20006 United States

Contact

+1 202-633-7970

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Washington D.C.

Day trips

Renwick Gallery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lafayette Square, Blair House, North Lawn, Art Museum of the Americas.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Renwick Gallery open?

Renwick Gallery is open:

Monday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Renwick Gallery?

Nearby attractions include Blair House, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), Peter Parker House, Washington D.C. (1 min walk), Decatur House, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), White House Conference Center, Washington D.C. (2 min walk).

How to get to Renwick Gallery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Renwick Gallery:

Metro

Farragut West • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (5 min walk)
Farragut North • Lines: Rd (8 min walk)

Bus

19th St & F St Northwest (7 min walk)
MTA Bus Stop • Lines: 305, 315 (8 min walk)

Train

L'Enfant (35 min walk)