These Americans—artists, politicians, scientists, inventors, activists, and performers—form our national identity. They help us understand who we are and remind us of what we can aspire to …

Barrier-free access to the National Portrait Gallery is available. Ramps are located on both sides of the 8th and G Streets NW entrance. If you are using MetroAccess Paratransit, please use …

Make thousands of new acquaintances! Featuring scientists, statesmen, and film stars, glimpsed through rare nineteenth-century daguerreotypes or year-old digital video, the National Portrait …

Apr 26, 2024 · The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery and the Archives of American Art will present “Felix Gonzalez-Torres: Always to Return,” an exhibition focused on the artist’s deep …

The National Portrait Gallery tells the multifaceted story of the United States by presenting portrayals of individuals who have shaped the nation’s history and culture. The museum was …

The National Portrait Gallery will display it's newly acquired portrait of civil rights attorney Fred Gray by artist Michael Shane Neal Wednesday, Dec. 18. The portrait will be installed on the …

Explore the Portrait Gallery with daily events and programs. Docent Tours . Our docents are experienced tour guides who know the collection inside out. For Families. What you need to …

All events and programs are held virtually unless otherwise noted due to COVID-19. Please check each event listing for more details. For more information on the Portrait Gallery’s remote …

The biennial Portrait of a Nation Gala seeks to raise over $4 million to strengthen the museum’s operations and endowment, and to support its mission to tell the dynamic and multifaceted …

The National Portrait Gallery was authorized and founded by Congress in 1962 with the mission to acquire and display portraits of individuals who have made significant contributions to the …