The National Museum of African Art

Sick of the heat, but need to get out of the house? Interested in other cultures?

Then come to the National Museum of African Art Sunday, August 3rd, at noon. It's free and no passes needed!

The National Museum of African Art is the only national museum in the United States dedicated to the collection, exhibition, conservation, and study of the arts of Africa. On exhibit are the finest examples of traditional and contemporary art from the entire continent of Africa.

Getting There

The museum is located at 950 Independence Ave. SW in Washington, DC.

### Metrorail

Metro Station: Smithsonian (Mall exit)
Nearest Accessible Metro Entrance:
Smithsonian
NW corner of 12th St. and Independence Ave.

### 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.

Where to Meet

• Independence Avenue Entrance:
  This entrance is the primary access point to the museum, located on the National Mall, near the Enid A. Haupt Garden.

How to Find Us

I'll be standing outside the Independence Avenue entrance at noon. I am a white woman with long curly dark hair. I wear glasses and carry a walking stick. I'll have a blue backpack on my back. If you have trouble finding us, please call or text me at 202-802-3238.

Health and Safety

I will take a COVID test the morning of the event. If I test positive or am sick, I will stay home. If I test negative and am well, I'll be there. The event will happen in any case.

Metro Service Disruptions

I will post any service disruptions the week before the event.

See you soon,

Jenny