The Kreeger Museum

Top 4% of attractions in Washington DC
8/10

7 expert reviews

“On view throughout this unique Philip Johnson–designed building, besides the stunning architecture itself, are paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings by 19th- and 20th-century European artists.”

– Frommer's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One of DC’s more obscure attractions, this little-known museum is tucked away in the hills northwest of Georgetown and houses a fantastic collection of 20th-century modernist art." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"This intimate museum, housed in a spectacular 1967 Philip Johnson-designed travertine home nestled in woods, is best visited on one of its small, 90-minute guided tours." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This unadorned post-Modern mansion (1967, Philip Johnson) contains the formidable art collection of former residents David and Carmen Kreeger." Full review
Where Where
"“Inventions,” a large-scale installation of John L. Dreyfuss sculpture that lines the museum’s reflecting pool; “Lament,” Emilie Brzezinski’s largest bronze to date, both ongoing. " Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The cool white domes and elegant lines of this Postmodern landmark stand in stark contrast to the traditional feel of the rest of the Foxhall Road neighborhood." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Besides the stunning architecture itself, are paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings by 19th- and 20th-century European artists, Picasso (early and late), Kandinsky, Monet, Renoir, Munch" Full review



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