Our National Gallery: Of the Nation, For the People

What does art tell us about ourselves? Watch our short video to follow the journey of the National Gallery: growing from a generous gift, eighty years ago, into a place that helps us imagine a different kind of future, together.
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Video: He Painted Bugs Like Jewels — And Changed Science
At a time when bugs were mostly feared or ignored, Joris Hoefnagel's exquisite insect drawings invited wonder—and helped change the course of scientific illustration.

Video: Look Closer: The Art of Devotion
Explore powerful stories of devotion, love, and artistic passion through iconic works of art—from religious masterpieces to revolutionary portraits.

Video: Print Like a Great: Elizabeth Catlett
What happens when legacy, artistry, and womanhood collide? LaToya Hobbs creates a stunning woodcut portrait of Naima Mora, inspired by the life and work of legendary printmaker Elizabeth Catlett—Naima’s own grandmother.