Art at the Center Tour
About The Event
The Art at the Center Tour returns to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, inviting visitors to explore one of the nation’s best-kept secrets. From February 3 to November 10, discover the largest public art collection in Washington, DC outside of any museum. Beyond being a state-of-the-art convention center, the building is home to 137 works by 93 artists. This free, hour-long tour highlights a curated selection of artworks throughout the space.
2026 Tour Dates:
- February 3, 2026 – “Spotlight: Found Objects and Recycled Materials in Contemporary Art.”
- June 9, 2026 – “Spotlight: Around the World Inside Washington”
- July 28, 2026 – “Spotlight: After Abstract Expressionism”
- November 10, 2026 – “Spotlight: Indigenous History in Contemporary American Art”
Details
- Cost: FREE
- Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC 20001
- Metro: Mt. Vernon Sq/7th St-Convention Center Station (Green/Yellow lines)
Please visit Events DC to learn more about the art collection and register.
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