Amazing museum! During a late April visit there were long lines for the Air & Space and Natural History museums, but not too many people were in the African Art museum. That was puzzling, but it made for a very peaceful experience.
We looooved this museum, not extremely big, the lady at the entrance was very knowledgeable and friendly. The exhibits and art were very interesting, well presented in a way that was not overwhelming, we spent a little under 2 hours. Wonderful gift shop with very different hand made things.
The National Museum of African Art is a small part of the Smithsonian museum collection and at first glance it doesn't seem like much, but on second glance, it's a gem. I recommend going to the very bottom of the museum first and work your way from bottom up. The exhibits are small and interesting, but what is most impressive is the circular staircase. Greenery is hanging from it and it's beautiful with a fountain at the bottom and a dome at the top. It's the perfect photo op. If you're nearby, stop by for sure!
BTW, my party entered from a Victorian garden area after visiting the Castle, and missed the entrance sign , so didn't know what museum we were in. We went all the way down to the lowest level and thought it was just an underground administration building, until we stumbled into a gallery. I wish the whole Smithsonian campus had unusual entrances, as there's nothing quite like not having a clue where you are, and then having the art tell you your place.
A history lesson like no other. Starting from the year 1400 trans Atlantic slave trade to the present day. Each floor could have easily taken a whole day. The stories housed here reshaped my thinking about history and provided inspiration for enduring thorough today's challenges
One of the best art museums on the Mall, the NMAA is relatively small, which means you can take in the story it has to tell in just a couple of hours. That collection is well curated, with a helpful guide to reading the themes and patterns of African Art available. The museum has friendly, welcoming staff. Special exhibits on the bottom level rotate regularly.
Smithsonian National Museum Of African Art is a US Museum based in Washington, District Of Columbia. Smithsonian National Museum Of African Art is located at 950 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560, USA.
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