In the event of a government shutdown, the Smithsonian will remain OPEN through at least Saturday, October 7, by using prior year funds. Check here for updates.
Hours and Locations
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
Independence Ave. at 7th St., SW
Washington, DC
Washington, DC
10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily
Sculpture Garden closed for revitalization
Closed Dec. 25
Admission is free
About
The Hirshhorn features international modern and contemporary art in the celebrated Gordon Bunshaft designed cylindrical building, adjoining plaza, and sunken sculpture garden. The museum is a leading voice for contemporary art and culture and provides a national platform for the art and artists of our time.
Highlights
Outdoor sculptures by Auguste Rodin, Alberto Giacometti, Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore, Beverly Pepper, Jeff Koons, and Yoko Ono; temporary exhibitions highlighting major artists, important trends, and historical developments; ARTLAB—a digital media studio for local teens.
Getting Here
We encourage the use of Metrorail and Metrobus.
Metrorail
Metro Station: L'Enfant Plaza (Smithsonian Museums exit)
Nearest Accessible Metro Entrance:
L'Enfant Plaza
SW corner of the Department of Transportation courtyard
Check Metrorail's Elevator and Escalator Service Status page for service disruptions.
MetroAccess
To provide an address for MetroAccess Paratransit, please use 700 Independence Ave., SW.
Parking
There is no public parking facility for Smithsonian museums on the National Mall. A limited number of city-operated metered parking spaces are available, including several accessible parking spaces.
View a map of accessible parking spaces.
Reserved parking near the museums can be purchased in advance through ParkWhiz.
Note: ParkWhiz is a third-party vendor (ParkWhiz Privacy Policy).
Dining and Shopping
Dining
Dolcezza Coffee & Gelato @ Hirshhorn
Handmade seasonal gelato, specialty espresso drinks, and small batch pastries from one of D.C.’s most popular locally-owned coffee purveyors, housed in a stunning new lobby coffee bar designed by celebrated artist and architect Hiroshi Sugimoto. The space also features furnishings created by Sugimoto and his studio, including tables from a 700-year-old Japanese nutmeg tree.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
10% discount for Hirshhorn members
Shopping
The Hirshhorn’s Museum Shop features a one-of-a-kind selection of art supplies, housewares, accessories, and books for daily inspiration. Find unique gifts for all ages, with a flair for modern design.
Accessibility
See Getting Here for information on accessible parking and public transportation.
Accessibility Information and Programs
Disability access service requests: HirshhornExperience@si.edu
