Art & Sculpture
Washington, D.C.’s art scene spans from massive neoclassical monuments to intimate galleries of modernism. Explore the National Gallery of Art’s extensive collection of European and American masterpieces, or view contemporary works at the Hirshhorn Museum and The Phillips Collection. The city's landscape is defined by iconic sculptures, including the 19-foot marble Abraham Lincoln, the bronze Albert Einstein, and the poignant Korean War Veterans Memorial. Specialized collections like the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery offer deep dives into Asian art, while outdoor gardens provide a curated look at 20th-century bronze and steel forms.
A National Gallery of Art
Established in 1937, this originally private museum houses a grand collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and other works of art…
B Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
Part of the Smithsonian Institution, this majestic building was designed by an American architect Gordon Bunshaft.
C Lincoln Memorial
Historic monument dedicated to President Abraham Lincoln featuring a large marble statue and Greek Revival architecture.
D Jefferson Memorial
Neoclassical monument dedicated to Thomas Jefferson featuring a marble and bronze statue and a large dome. It offers scenic views of the surrounding area including the Potomac River and is open 24/7 free of charge.
E National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden
The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden is the most recent addition to the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. in the United…
F The Phillips Collection
Supposedly the first museum of modern art in America, this building is home to a truly remarkable collection of more than 3000 works of art…
G Albert Einstein Memorial
Unveiled in 1979, this memorial celebrates one of the greatest scientists in the world.
H Korean War Veterans Memorial
National monument honoring those who served in the Korean War, featuring sculptures, statues, a memorial wall, and a pond.
I Ulysses S. Grant Statue
Overlooking the Capitol Reflecting Pool, this bronze equestrian statue is dedicated to Ulysses S.
J George Mason Memorial
Situated next to the Jefferson Memorial, this memorial honors another Founding Father, George Mason.
K African American Civil War Memorial
The African American Civil War Memorial Museum, in the U Street district of Washington, D.C., recognizes the contributions of the 209,145…
L The Three Soldiers
Also known as The Three Servicemen, this statue commemorates American soldiers fighting in the Vietnam War.
M Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
The Arthur M. Sackler Gallery is an art museum of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., focusing on Asian art.
N Titanic Monument
Designed by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney and unveiled in 1931, this 13-foot granite statue commemorates the men who sacrificed their lives to save women and children during the Titanic disaster. It is located along the Washington Channel in Southwest D.C.
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