Renwick Gallery, Art museum in Washington, D.C.
The Renwick Gallery is a branch of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, dedicated to contemporary craft and decorative arts.
Built in 1859, it was originally known as 'the American Louvre' for its role in inspiring the establishment of the Smithsonian Institution.
It showcases American contemporary craft with exhibitions that celebrate makers and making.
Located steps from the White House, it's free to visit and open every day except December 25.
It's the first building in the United States built specifically to be an art museum.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1972
Founder: William Wilson Corcoran
Architect: James Renwick Jr.
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:30
Phone: +1(202)6337970
Website: americanart.si.edu
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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