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America’s 250th

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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Open 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Visit
Admission is always free

6th and Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20565

Must-Sees at the National Gallery

Make the most of your visit
Learn more
Exhibitions & Events
America’s 250th

Celebrating American art and artists
Art & Artists
Open Call

Artists Reimagining the Collection
Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

Video

Look Closer: The Art of Devotion

May 30, 2025

A photograph of a woman in front of Peter Paul Rubens' Daniel in the Den of Lions — 5min Watch

In this video, we explore powerful stories of devotion, love, and artistic passion through iconic works of art—from religious masterpieces to revolutionary portraits. Discover how artists like Fra Filippo Lippi, Anthony van Dyck, Mary Cassatt, and Claude Monet channeled personal and spiritual devotion into their timeless creations.

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