Why is the National Gallery closed?

Washington, DC—The National Gallery of Art announced today that its East Building would temporarily close to the public from February 28, 2022, until June 2022, to expedite the completion of its skylight replacement.

Do you need reservations for National Gallery of Art Washington DC?

We’ll be right back! The National Gallery no longer requires timed entry passes. We are open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Plan your visit.

Is National Gallery of Art closing?

The renovations are part of ongoing work that began in 2019 with plans to update the galleries on the west side of the building and improve accessibility, in addition to restoring the skylight. The East Building was closed for 15 months from March 2020 to June 2021 because of the pandemic and construction.

Is it free to visit the National Gallery?

Admission to the collection is free. For special exhibitions held in the Sainsbury Wing there is a charge. Tickets can be purchased on the day in the gallery, online or in advance by telephone.

Is the National Gallery worth visiting?

The National Gallery is full of art treasures from across the globe. You could easily spend an entire day here and not be able to fully appreciate the depth and breadth of art history.

Can you take pictures in the National Gallery?

Photography is allowed for personal, non-commercial purposes in the National Gallery. It is the visitor’s responsibility to ensure no copyright is infringed. There are a few exceptions to protect paintings, copyright of loans, individual privacy and the overall visitor experience.

How long should I spend at the National Gallery of art?

over a year ago. I recommend one or two visits of about two hours each if you’ve never visited the National Gallery before. It would take 8 hours or more to lay eyes on every piece of art in the museum, which can become mind-numbing before long.