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Smithsonian American Art Museum

8th and F Streets, NW, Washington DC, DC 20013
(202) 633-1000
Ranked #20 of 215 attractions in Washington DC
4.5 of 5 stars 142 Reviews
Type: Art Museums, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites
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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

This is by far my favorite of the Smithsonian Museum's. It's away from the mall and less patronized than the others. There's always something interesting and different on display. More

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Marina del Rey
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66 reviews 66 reviews
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I love the folk art and the old models submitted with patent applications, found on the first floor. There are some amazing mouse traps there! On the third floor I like the modern art collection, which has a lot of good 20th century pieces, but is not overwhelming in size. The renovated building is lovely, the tile floors alone are... More

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New York
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Their map leads you straight to the goodies. Very funny Impressionists, nice landscapes, good Van Goghs. It's all here and the price is right. More

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Fredericksburg, Virginia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

We started in the Art of Video Games Section. After that we thought we would leave but we went around the 3rd floor. It was very cool. The exhibit with the portraits of the Presidents was very cool. The courtyard area was very relaxing. All of the sculptures and busts were very elegant. I would reccomend this museum. More

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Washington DC
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140 reviews 140 reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
92 helpful votes 92 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

I like to visit often with my sketch book. The range and variety of artists showcased here is wonderful and inspiring. More

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Jonesboro, Arkansas
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

This was the most memorable museum for me. I loved every inch of it. A must see! More

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Red Bank, New Jersey
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

This first visit to this part of the Smithsonian was very rewarding. The inclusion of the works of artists of our time was particularly interesting, as was the temporary video game exhibit—much more extensive than I'd have thought. And to have been a part of it was neat. More

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Sudbury, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

Get the audio tour for yourself and the children it is terrific More

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Miami, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

The History was wonderful. Just the whole experience was great. More

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San Diego, California
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Avante guarde in places, conservative in others. I am the type of person that drinks up art, it feeds my soul. So, I can not get over this museum. I want to visit every week, but my family finds it ho-hum. To each his/her own! oh yeah....once again, this DC beauty is FREE! More

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