In-Person School Tours
School field trips to the National Gallery are a great opportunity for your students to participate in an engaging and interactive experience with the diverse array of works of art from our collection.
School Tours and Programs
Through school tours and programs at the National Gallery of Art, students of all ages will discover that art can possess multiple layers of meaning. These programs are a powerful, shared learning experience that will be memorable and meaningful.
Pre-Visit Information
Watch a video (grades 1-4) or download a presentation (grades 4-12) (PPT, 4MB) to show your students what to expect on their tour. Please review museum policies, location, parking, accessibility, security, lunch options, and other important visitor information.
Questions?
Our tour scheduler can answer questions Monday through Wednesday between 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. (September through May). Please get in touch at (202) 842-6249 [email protected].
Need More Help?
See our Frequently Asked Questions about School Tours.
Title I Bus Stipends
Funding for the cost of bus transportation is available for Title I schools that participate in our docent-led school tours. For more information, please get in touch with Deirdre Palmer at [email protected] or (202) 842-6880, or use the application form.
