Interactive DC Art Discover Stories Behind the Masterpieces Tour

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About this activity

Engage with art in a whole new way on this interactive tour inside the National Gallery of Art. Delve into fascinating stories behind renowned pieces, like the only Da Vinci in the Americas, and uncover the rivalries, scandals, and personal tales that shaped the art world. Designed for families and those curious about art, this tour adapts to your group's interests and pace for a relaxed, enjoyable experience. Enjoy a fully conversational format that skips the dry academic approach and makes art more relatable and intriguing.

Visit the National Gallery of Art with expert-led storytelling
Adaptable pacing to fit your group's energy and curiosity
Perfect for families looking to engage kids in art without pressure
Explore significant art history moments, like Van Gogh's rivalry with Gauguin

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Friends in DC Touring Co.

Ages: Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: A Unique Art Perspective
Included: Real Discussions That Make Art Come To Life
Included: Levity, Stories, and Fun

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: Encouraged but never mandatory
Not included: Guests are encouraged to bring their own bottled water.

Itinerary

National Gallery of Art

2 hours

Watch art come to life through story, important historical context, and a lot of levity. This is your opportunity to finally ask the “dumb” questions you’ve always wanted to about art, why we study it, and why humans are so drawn to it. We work from the West Building, through to the East, with a little snack break to keep spirits high. At the end, art won’t be this far-away, out-of-reach concept. Instead, it will transform into this digestible, almost empathetic view for the art and its artists.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Enter on the Madison Dr. NW side, and if able, walk up the large stairs. Go through security, and your guide will meet you in front of The Mercury Fountain.