Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
Art Museum · Southwest Washington
1050 Independence Ave SW, Washington, D.C. 20560, United States
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Closed until 10:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 10:00 AM–5:30 PM
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Yes (incl. American Express)
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Yes
The Freer and Sackler Galleries form the Smithsonian's museums of Asian art in Washington, DC. SI Terms of Use: http://ow.ly/tofcA
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"Don't miss the Chinese jade collection either!"(2 Tips)
"The hanging monkeys near the entrance are amazing."(2 Tips)
"gorgeous Peacock Room"(2 Tips)
"Beautiful Persian artifacts"(2 Tips)
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The Peacock Room Remix is really well done. Very jarring and dissonant compared to the original
Brian T. · July 13
Underground tunnel connects Freer & Sackler Galleries, creating one comprehensive collection of Chinese jades, bronzes, & ceramics; Japanese art; Islamic religious artifacts; Korean paintings... Read more
ThePurplePassport.com · June 27, 2013
Bldg designed by Jean Paul Carlhian. Inside are works that date back as far as 5000 B.C.E. Most popular item is Taj Mahal Emerald which weighs 141.13 carats. Full site history via<LINK> Read more
IWalked Audio Tours · June 16, 2013
Xu Bing's suspended sculpture, "Monkeys Grasping for the Moon," is a must-see. Don't miss the Chinese jade collection either! -- Green Guide Editor
Michelin Travel & Lifestyle · August 2, 2011
Everything in the gift shop is currently 75% off. Asian style posters for $1.25 each. Mini prints for 10 cents. Can't beat that.
Mark · March 19, 2011Every Sunday during the summer the gallery host free movies directed by Asian directors. Go early and explore the Buddhist exhibit in the basement and the gorgeous Peacock Room
Teh Pwnzor · July 23, 2010
Go to the sackler museum and see "In the Realm of the Buddha" after that meditate on all the good karma you've just earned
John Stoker · June 6, 2010
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"Free entry, worth visiting for the Peacock room and the brilliant garden. Wonderful collection of Asian and Islamic art."
Chris the vegetarian - 8.5
"A gem of the Smithsonian museums. It is much smaller and much quieter then the other ones. Go and enjoy this fabulous place."
Betsy Baxter - 8.9
"Great place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the Mall, with a surprisingly good café with pizza, sandwiches, salads and desserts."
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"The staff is exceptionally friendly. Two points of interest: the tomb of the Institution's founder, and a gallery with sample exhibits."
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"The gem exhibit is phenomenal as it goes in depth about the chemical composition of all kinds of obscure gems."
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"Sit back and relax in this quait little garden."
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