Beyond a “remixed” display of its permanent collection, the museum offers reading space in the library, a new art studio and plenty of special events.
After a two-year, approximately $70 million renovation, the National Museum of Women in the Arts reopens this weekend, allowing museum members and the public to explore the reimagined galleries — curators say exhibition space has expanded by 15 percent — and take in the featured art, 40 percent of which has never been on display in D.C. before.will be available at noon.
There are more subtle changes, too, including a Unistrut grid in the ceiling that makes it easier to suspend heavy works — the “Sky’s the Limit” sculpture exhibition on the revamped second floor, where art hangs from the ceiling and seems to tumble down the walls, wouldn’t be possible in this form otherwise — as well as better lighting and climate control.On the fourth floor, near the library, there are two new galleries for temporary exhibitions.
Other highlights on the calendar include a Nov. 12 panel discussion with art historian Katy Hessel, the author of “The Story of Art Without Men,” followed by a family-style dinner; a Dec. 3 discussion with digital artists about technology and equity; and, on Jan. 17, the return of NMWA Nights, the museum’s monthly after-hours program with tours, art making, cocktails and live performances.
During the pandemic, the museum gained a following for its online programming, including curator discussions, book clubs, exhibit tours and themed happy hours. These virtual events continued while the museum was closed, and although the staff is eager to get back to in-person happenings, there will be a Zoom element, too, for those who can’t attend or who live outside the D.C. area. A hybrid Art Chat @ 5, open to visitors online and at the museum, will be held Nov.
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