View women's works of art on display at the National Museum of Women in the Arts

The Smithsonian is composed of sixteen museums and galleries and the National Zoo and numerous research facilities in the United States and abroad. Nine Smithsonian museums are located on the National Mall between the Washington Monument and the Capitol. Five other museums and the Zoo are elsewhere in Washington, D.C. www.si.edu

The National Gallery of Art houses a permanent collection of European and American paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and works on paper, plus changing exhibitions of art from around the world. Free admission. Group tours by appointment. www.nga.gov

The National Museum of Women in the Arts brings recognition to the achievements of women artists of all periods and nationalities by exhibiting, preserving, acquiring, and researching art by women and by educating the public concerning their accomplishments. The museum cares for and displays a permanent collection, presents special exhibitions and conducts education programs. www.nmwa.org