The National Museum Of Women In The Arts is truly a pride of Washington, DC. Therefore, if you will be traveling to the said city, do not forget to visit the NMWA. This is the sole museum that is dedicated in giving recognitions to the achievement of women in the field of arts including literary arts, performing and visual arts. The museum has been opened since 1987 and has a collection of over 4000 sculptures, paper works, decorative arts and paintings.

There are many notable displays here including the works created by Mary Cassat, Elisabeth Louise Vigee-Le Brun and Frida Kahlo. Aside from those mentioned, there are also favorite exhibitions such as The In-Between, which has been created by Ju Yoen Kim, the Dorothy Series from June Wayne and the Women to Watch installment.

Present and upcoming events can be viewed on their website. If you would like to watch and participate in some of their most popular events, you can take advantage of their offers by means of becoming a member of the NMWA. They often provide free admission to the members of the museum and you can also bring one of your friends and get to enjoy the event for free.

If you wan to visit the museum, adult admission is 10 dollars each. Seniors aged 65 and above will have to pay $8 as well as the students. Those who are 18 years old and under can also enter the museum for free along with the NMWA members.

The National Museum of Women in the Arts is an important landmark in Washington DC. It is dedicated to women artists and has a huge collection of artworks including paintings, decorative art, sculptures, paperwork and other collection in the field of performing and visual arts. The museum building is rich in architecture and decor and has exhibits of women artist from 16th century to the contemporary era.

About National Museum of Women In The Arts

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The museum hosts educational programs for students and adults on the artistic accomplishments of women artists in different field of art. Live performances by women artists in the field of music and dance as well as art exhibition are held at the museum premises all through the year. You can attend special literary programs that showcase writings and discussions on books by respected women authors. You can also go for the weekly film screening by renowned women film directors. The museum has a well-stocked library with over 18,5000 books, journals and CDs.

What to see at the museum

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The admission ticket to the National Museum of Women In The Arts costs $10. it offers concessions for students and senior citizens. If you come in a group of 65 visitors, the museum offers a discount of 20%. The museum is open from Monday to Saturday between 10 am and 5 pm and 12 noon to 5 pm on Sundays. There is a cafeteria where you can have snacks, lunches and coffee and a gift shop for tourists at the museum premises.

Other information

http://www.visitingdc.com/washington-dc/national-museum-women-arts.htm