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The Phillips Collection

1600 21st St. N.W., Washington DC, DC 20006
202 387 2151
Ranked #23 of 209 attractions in Washington DC
4.5 of 5 stars 52 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Owner description: "Americas First Museum of American Art" boasts a collection of over 2,500 19th and 20th-century masters, both American and European, including...... more » Owner description: "Americas First Museum of American Art" boasts a collection of over 2,500 19th and 20th-century masters, both American and European, including Renoir, Picasso, Gauguin, Manet, OKeefe and more. « less
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CareInn
Falls Church, Virginia
Top Contributor
72 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012 NEW

Went for a special performance. Nice space. The changing exhibits interest a variety of people More

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John I
Washington DC, District of Columbia
1 review
1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012
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Not sure why the rating of this museum is so high - the collection is very small and even if there are some nice paintings, the indifference or even arrogance of the staff at that place takes all the pleasure. Before going there I checked their website for admission fees and opening hours. Nothing special was mentioned. I go there... More

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4ontheroadMD
Maryland
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25 reviews
22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012

Some of the collection does not wow you but some other impressionist pieces are wonderful. More

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jgio6
Saddle River, New Jersey
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

Not too overwhelming, has nice collections and good exhibits. More

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MrMonkey2001
Seattle, Washington
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35 reviews
24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

A smaller, older museum that packs a wallop! We love impressionist art and this museum has many high quality and famous pieces. Tip: be sure you are not charged for the special exhibition {$12} as we were when we visited {we noticed it after the fact and had no interest in the special exhibition} Tip: nearby Teaism has excellent oat... More

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donwest48
Glen Allen, VA
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62 reviews
42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2012

Duncan Phillips was collecting "modern art" before it was cool. This is a must see if you enjoy it. More

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megwalker87
Washington DC, District of Columbia
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32 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2012

I enjoy this gallery. I love that the impressionists are displayed beside the modern works and the viewer can ponder how one has influenced the other. Part of the space is an old house. I find it is interesting and fun, if a little like rabbit-warren! I could gaze at Luncheon of the Boating Party for hours! TIP: They are... More

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AJK69
Phila
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7 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012

The ticket seller suggesteda path we toiok through the Phillips and we saw most all the works in an order that maded sense. The Degas at the end were excellently displayed, Luxurious spacing for the whole building,. The building is a great piece of work too. More

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JeroenAlexander
Washington DC, District of Columbia
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26 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2012

try to get tickets for the after hours collection - really impressive and fun More

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cb55
japan
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6 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2012

Beautiful collection. No other museum lets you get as "up close and personal" with collection. Fanatstic...and free druig the week! Neighborhood is great to explore for interesting shopping and dining. More

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