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September 2, 2009

Washington, D.C.: National Museum of Women in the Arts; things to do



National Museum of Women in the Arts  1250 New York Ave. NW, 800-222-7270, 202-783-5000. M-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5. Free 20-min. introductory talk M-Sat at 11 & 2, Sun at 1 & 3. $10, 60+ $8, students $8.

Located within a building that is impressive both inside and out, this is the only museum in the world dedicated exclusively to recognizing the contributions of women artists. Women artists seem to be greatly undervalued, with only 5% of art displayed in museums being by women. Here, you'll see more than 3,000 works--all by women. A free audio tour for special exhibits is available by cell phone. On the mezzanine, just off a grand staircase, a pleasant lunchroom operates weekdays in a spacious open area with arched windows.


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