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National Museum of Women in the Arts

The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) seeks to better represent women artists, as well as to inspire dynamic changes between art and ideas. Its collection brings to light work by women artists dating from the 16th century to the present; encompassing Renaissance paintings, photography, decorative arts, modern art, and contemporary installations. Guided and self-guided tours are available by reservation. Sketching is permitted and encouraged!

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Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM, Sun. 12PM-5PM.

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FUN FACTS

– Vincent Van Gogh created over 2,000 works during his lifetime. However, he was only ever able to sell one of his paintings while he was alive.

– Leonardo Da Vinci was left-handed. He took notes from right-to-left instead of the English language standard left-to-right.

– Pablo Picasso was arrested and questioned regarding the theft of Mona Lisa in 1911. He was released without being charged.

– In late 1961, Henri Matisse’s painting “Le Bateau” was hung upside down at the Museum of Modern Art in New York for 46 days before anyone noticed.

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ABOUT

National Museum of Women in the Arts

The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) seeks to better represent women artists, as well as to inspire dynamic changes between art and ideas. Its collection brings to light work by women artists dating from the 16th century to the present; encompassing Renaissance paintings, photography, decorative arts, modern art, and contemporary installations. Guided and self-guided tours are available by reservation. Sketching is permitted and encouraged!

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM, Sun. 12PM-5PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Art Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

– Vincent Van Gogh created over 2,000 works during his lifetime. However, he was only ever able to sell one of his paintings while he was alive.

– Leonardo Da Vinci was left-handed. He took notes from right-to-left instead of the English language standard left-to-right.

– Pablo Picasso was arrested and questioned regarding the theft of Mona Lisa in 1911. He was released without being charged.

– In late 1961, Henri Matisse’s painting “Le Bateau” was hung upside down at the Museum of Modern Art in New York for 46 days before anyone noticed.

View Lesson Plan>>

ABOUT

National Museum of Women in the Arts

The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) seeks to better represent women artists, as well as to inspire dynamic changes between art and ideas. Its collection brings to light work by women artists dating from the 16th century to the present; encompassing Renaissance paintings, photography, decorative arts, modern art, and contemporary installations. Guided and self-guided tours are available by reservation. Sketching is permitted and encouraged!

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM, Sun. 12PM-5PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Art Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

– Vincent Van Gogh created over 2,000 works during his lifetime. However, he was only ever able to sell one of his paintings while he was alive.

– Leonardo Da Vinci was left-handed. He took notes from right-to-left instead of the English language standard left-to-right.

– Pablo Picasso was arrested and questioned regarding the theft of Mona Lisa in 1911. He was released without being charged.

– In late 1961, Henri Matisse’s painting “Le Bateau” was hung upside down at the Museum of Modern Art in New York for 46 days before anyone noticed.

View Lesson Plan>>

ABOUT

National Museum of Women in the Arts

The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) seeks to better represent women artists, as well as to inspire dynamic changes between art and ideas. Its collection brings to light work by women artists dating from the 16th century to the present; encompassing Renaissance paintings, photography, decorative arts, modern art, and contemporary installations. Guided and self-guided tours are available by reservation. Sketching is permitted and encouraged!

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM, Sun. 12PM-5PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Art Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

– Vincent Van Gogh created over 2,000 works during his lifetime. However, he was only ever able to sell one of his paintings while he was alive.

– Leonardo Da Vinci was left-handed. He took notes from right-to-left instead of the English language standard left-to-right.

– Pablo Picasso was arrested and questioned regarding the theft of Mona Lisa in 1911. He was released without being charged.

– In late 1961, Henri Matisse’s painting “Le Bateau” was hung upside down at the Museum of Modern Art in New York for 46 days before anyone noticed.

View Lesson Plan>>