Housed in a National Historic Landmark building which it shares with the American Art Museum, the National Portrait Gallery displays the connection between American history, biography and art, covering more than 225 years of history.
The collection is presented in a series of thematic galleries, including "America's Presidents," “America Origins, 1600-1900,” and “20th Century Americans,” and "The Struggle For Justice."
"Champions" and "Bravo!" showcase sports figures, and composers and performers from the beginning of the 20th century to the present.
”Jo Davidson: Biographer in Bronze” is a collection of 14 portraits in bronze and terra-cotta made by American sculptor Jo Davidson between 1908 and 1946.
Please check the museum website for updated exhibition information. Scheduling may have been modified as a result of the temporary museum closure.
Exhibitions & Dates
Storied Women of the Civil War Era
May 24 2019 - May 8 2022
Portrays numerous women of national prominence
“Warranted to Give Satisfaction”: Daguerreotypes by Jeremiah Gurney
Jun 12 2020 - Jun 6 2021
A selection of daguerreotype portraits by Jeremiah Gurney
One Life: Will Rogers
Jul 26 2020 - May 16 2021
An array of media represent his enduring legacy as a talent of Native American heritage
Every Eye Is Upon Me: First Ladies of the United States
Nov 13 2020 - May 23 2021
Portraits of 53 first lady and other White House hostesses