Gallery Archives

The Gallery Archives collects, preserves and makes available historical records relating to the history of the National Gallery of Art. Consult the Archives for information regarding all aspects of the museum's history and development including its exhibitions, acquisitions, scholarly and educational programs, and the design and construction of the West and East Buildings and Sculpture Garden.

Overview

Learn about archival collections

Access to the Archives

Prepare for a research visit

Finding Aids

Consult detailed descriptions of collections

Archival Resources

Oral Histories

Find oral histories relating to the museum’s buildings and history

Gallery History Timeline

View a timeline of key events in the history of the Gallery

Kress Collection Digital Archive

New! - Research data and digitized archival materials documenting the development of the Kress Collection

Press Releases Archive

Browse and download past press releases

Calendar of Events Archive

Browse and download past calendar of events

Concert Programs Archive

New! - Browse and download past concert programs

Past Exhibitions

Explore data about past Gallery exhibitions and related digital resources

World War II

Discover National Gallery of Art research holdings relating to World War II

Gallery Archives
Telephone: 202-842-6615
Fax: 202-842-6948
Email: [email protected]

Mailing Address
Gallery Archives, National Gallery of Art
2000B South Club Drive
Landover, MD 20785

Research Room Location
National Gallery of Art West Building
6th Street and Constitution Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20565