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Every history and art lover’s dream, Washington D.C. is home to over 70 museums, including 19 free Smithsonian museums and galleries. With each museum boasting a rotation of numerous must-see exhibits, trying to choose where to start can be overwhelming.
Here, we’ve broken down a few exhibits coming to D.C. in 2024 you want to make sure you catch:
1. The National Museum of Women in the Arts
Now, the NMWA has a stunning exhibition called “In Focus: Artists at Work” that highlights the practices and perspectives of eight contemporary collection artists via short documentary-style videos. In addition to several other interesting exhibits, this museum is a must-visit in 2024!
2. Monet: The Immersive Experience
In this multi-sensory wonderland, Monet’s vivid masterpieces are brought to life through state-of-the-art immersive technology. Get ready to step into 360° digital projections of the French artist’s iconic pieces and view his impressionist brushstrokes up close like never before. Famous works like The Water Lily Pond, Poppies, Sunrise, and more will swirl around the room, completely captivating you as you wander about the open space, or sit and take it all in. Don’t miss your chance to go while it’s still in town!
3. Hirshhorn Museum: OSGEMEOS: ENDLESS STORY
Coming September 29th of 2024, the “OSGEMEOS: ENDLESS STORY” exhibit will be one of the largest displays of the Brazillian twin artists, Gustavo and Otavio Pandolfo. The extremely interesting and innovative exhibit reflects the artists’ iconic use of modern styles like street graffiti and urban art, conveyed using mediums like wood and canvas.
4. & 5. The Rubell Museum’s two new coexisting exihibitions
Exhibit One – Singular Views: 25 Artists
The Rubell Museum—housed in the former historically Black 1906 Randall Junior High School—will utilize its 32,000 square feet to boast the original architecture reimagined as galleries featuring “artwork that provides perspectives, insights, and commentary on contemporary ideas and issues.” The recently installed exhibition “Singular Views: 25 Artists” is a display of 25 unique contemporary artists from across America. Learn more here!
Exhibit Two – Alexandre Diop: Jooba Jubba, l’Art du Defi, the Art of Challenge
Features the work of Franco-Sangalese Vienna-based artist Alexandre Diop. The work is inspired by concepts like colonialism and diaspora and their impact on themes like ancestry, tradition, suffering, and even violence. This being part of the Rubell Museum D.C.’s second-ever installation, signifies the significance of this work and the strong message that it conveys.
6. Dopamine Land: A Multisensory Experience
This incredible exhibit seems to turn fun into a scientific equation with ten unique rooms each of which triggers your senses differently; from lights with stunning visuals to a room dedicated to pillow fights, not to mention the oxygen aromatherapy bar at the end! This place is a must-visit exhibit for anyone in D.C. this spring before they close at the end of April!
Location: 5333 Wisconsin Ave NW
7. Learn about Ancient Egypt by visiting this exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamun
This insanely detailed exhibit is dedicated to the famous child pharaoh Tutankhamun, who came into power when he was only nine years old! The exhibit is a nearly perfect recreation of his tomb as it was first discovered in 1922, featuring 1,000s of recreated items displayed exactly how they were first observed when they were photographed for the first time.
The exhibit is perfect for audiences of all ages, with fun interactive features that are perfect for interested children, and the complimentary audio guide makes this the perfect plan to learn something new with a friend or partner!
8. The Spy Museum’s “Bond in Motion” exhibit
Celebrating the decades of cultural influence and impact that the James Bond saga has had on society, The Spy Museum’s latest exhibition is centered around the various vehicles seen throughout the character’s legendary cinematic history. A total of 17 Bond vehicles ranging from his iconic Aston Martin to motorcycles, submarines, and a few of the creative inventions from the Q branch that he’s used on screen throughout the years. Tickets to the Bond In Motion exhibit only are listed at $13 per person, if you want to fully experience the Spy Museum, a combo deal between General Admission to the museum as well as the Bond exhibit is available starting at $40 for adults and $29 for children.
9. Visit ARTECHOUSE to see their incredible digital Cherry Blossom Display
ARTECHOUSE D.C. is celebrating its 7th annual Cherry Blossom season with a unique digital display by broadcasting “multiple universes of blooms” through their new exhibit, ISEKAI: Blooming Parallel Worlds. The exhibit draws its inspiration from the Isekai genre of Japanese Anime design.
The incredibly beautiful visuals tell a story about climate change, Spring, the strength of nature, and so much more, but this exhibit will only be open until June 1st, so don’t wait!
10. Visit the “Going through Hell: The Divine Dante” exhibit at the National Gallery of Art
The “Going through Hell: The Divine Dante” exhibit at the National Gallery of Art examines the works of Florentine poet, writer, and philosopher Dante Alighieri, who famously wrote the Divine Comedy, which famously tells the tale of “Dante’s Inferno”. The exhibit dives into the cultural impact that this piece of literature has had, featuring both art and artists who were influenced by the publication.
Location: National Gallery of Art