The Corcoran’s founder says this Washington DC museum is “dedicated to art.”

Well, yes. Visitors to this Foggy Bottom institution can witness this dedication through the museum’s meticulous preservation of historical pieces and celebration of contemporary art. The museum also places an emphasis on education, making an appreciation of art accessible to the community.

The Corcoran Gallery of Art is conveniently located for Residences on the Avenue residents looking to explore their current temporary exhibits and permanent collections. For visitors who’d like to learn a bit more about the exhibits and works on display, the gallery has a detailed cell phone tour which offers background on the artists, their inspirations, available in select rooms in the museum.

Corcoran Gallery of Art
500 17th Street NW
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 639-1700
http://www.corcoran.edu/home
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