Best Arts and Culture Places in Gaithersburg

"The National Gallery of Art is a large campus with two buildings and the 6-acre Sculpture Garden. The museum’s West Building is easily recognizable thanks to its Roman-style architecture, while the East Building is more modern in appearance. You’ll find thousands of paintings, sculptures, photographs, and prints inside the museum, including the only original painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Western Hemisphere."

"National Gallery of Art | The permanent collection compromises of pieces from the Middle Ages to the present day. Highlights include: Rogier van der Weyden, Portrait of a Lady, Leonardo da Vinci, Ginevra de’ Benci, Rembrandt van Rijn, Self-Portrait and Vincent van Gogh, Self-portrait."

"It's easy to spend a full day at the National Gallery of Art, which showcases a whole range of artworks and masterpieces from the 11th century to the... Top ChoiceMonument in National Mall"

"The Smithsonian American Art Museum shares space with the National Portrait Gallery in a historic Greek Revival building that is one of the oldest public buildings in Washington, D.C. The American Art Museum is home to one of the largest and most inclusive collections of American art in the world. More than 7,000 artists are represented in the collection, including major masters such as John Singleton Copley, Gilbert Stuart, Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, Childe Hassam, Mary Cassatt, Georgia O’Keeffe, Edward Hopper, Joseph Cornell, Jacob Lawrence, Helen Frankenthaler, Christo and Jeanne-Claude, David Hockney, Jenny Holzer, Lee Friedlander, Roy Lichtenstein, Nam June Paik, Irving Penn, Martin Puryear, Robert Rauschenberg and Bill Viola. Be sure to visit the National Portrait Gallery and see the only complete collection of presidential portraits outside of the White House."

"National Mall Open Wednesday-Sunday, 11:30am-7pm Permanent exhibits at the NPG include America's Presidents, the nation's only complete collection of presidential portraits outside of the White House. You can also check out portraits of creative geniuses, from P.T. Barnum to Elvis; and Champions, a mix of legendary figures from the world of sports."

"It houses tens of thousands of pieces, seen by over 2 million visitors a year, within a Greek Revival frame. The gallery’s indoor courtyard is also one of D.C.’s most beautiful interiors."

"DC's best mecca of modern art The Hirshhorn is a favorite for fans of modern art and sculpture. Guests can view an exhibition "Art and Commodity in the 1980s," and the mind-bending art of "What Absence is Made Of." Past showcases gave a platform for Ai Weiwei, Yoko Ono, and the insanely popular Infinity Mirrors display. An exhibit on Baselitz will open in June and run through September 2018."

"The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden is an art museum dedicated to contemporary culture and art. Located near the National Mall in Washington, D.C., the museum offers tours, a cafe, exhibits, monthly events, and a museum shop for people of all ages and all interests. They also have a storytime event for children (ages 6 and younger) that features book readings, arts, and crafts."

"A cylinder with a hollowed out middle, the Hirshhorn Museum is a visually stunning building from the outside as well as the inside. Its location set amidst a number of more traditional buildings makes it stand out even more. The structure, housing an incredible modern art collection, should be on your list of places to see."

"The Blagden Alley in DC’s Shaw district offers Instagrammers a wide range of colorful murals to choose from for their potential photo backgrounds. The murals painted on buildings and garage doors include Lisa Marie Thalhammer‘s LOVE mural and an oversized tribute to musicians Sun Ra and Erykah Badu. The hip alley used to be home to working-class immigrants, African Americans, and the city’s underground artists."

"Blagden Alley is loaded with interesting murals, make sure to stop by La Colombe which is one of DC’s best coffee shops. Blagden Alley, Washington, DC 20001"

"Duration: 2 to 4 hou. Hillwood was the home of Marjorie Merriweather Post, a pioneering businesswoman, engaged citizen, generous philanthropist, and distinguished collector. As the heir to the Postum Cereal Company, later General Foods, Marjorie (1887-1973) was among the wealthiest women of her time."

"This beautiful museum and estate offers a collection of 18th and 19th century French art and art treasures from Imperial Russia. There are also lovely gardens that should offer a scenic area for kissing. Don't pick the flowers, though!"

"Hillwood Estate is a heritage and decorative arts museum which opened in 1973. It was the former residence of Marjorie Merriweather Post."

"This was the first art museum to open in Washington, D.C. It has a permanent collection of some of the finest works of art from the 20th century from famous artists like Claude Monet, John Sing Sargent and Mary Cassatt. The Corcoran Gallery of Art is only one block away from the White House so you can see both in one morning or afternoon, and it only requires a short walk on your part."

"500 17th St. NW Washington, DC. The historic building was established as a private art gallery to house the extensive collection of Washington banker and philanthropist, William Wilson Corcoran (partner of the bank Corcoran & Riggs)."

"One of the most colorful buildings in DC is Culture House (formerly Blind Whino). This colorful church is sure to add a splash of color to anyone’s Instagram feed. The interior of Culture House is periodically open as well which includes beautiful stained glass and local art shows."

"DC’s most colorful church can easily turn heads with its incredible mural. In addition to the exterior; Blind Whino also offers art shows inside which can be found on their website. 700 Delaware Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024"

"A historic neighborhood church is reborn as a psychedelic arts collective. See All 232 Things to Do in Washington, D.C."

"Chaplin Restaurant & Bar sirve cocina de inspiración asiática que transporta a los comensales al Japón y la Shanghai de los años 20."

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"We love that this location (1704 Connecticut Ave NW) re-opened during the pandemic (what a success story), and serves Sey Coffee Roasters from NYC (espresso and drip). You’ll enjoy the cute interior and incredible gelato flavors. While the coffee is great, don’t visit this spot without trying their gelato; it’s out of this world."

"This intimate and comfortable cafe is one of the best spots to grab a frozen treat near the St. Gregory Hotel. The special gelato flavors are handcrafted using local ingredients, providing a truly artisanal experience. Pair with an iced latte or espresso, and you’ve got yourself the perfect summer afternoon treat."

"They're here 🎉the flavors we've all been craving: Girl Scout Nicecream!. Every year we host a girl scout troop at our... Nicecream was opened in 2013 by Sandra Tran and Gil Welsford and was born out of the passion for food and adventure."