Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection Menu VISIT Enjoy Dumbarton Oaks Safely Learn more about how to make your visit safe and enjoyable as well as opportunities to visit Dumbarton Oaks virtually. The Dumbarton Oaks Museum is known for its specialized collections of Byzantine and Pre-Columbian art. Although far-reaching in scope and wide-ranging in stylistic expression, the objects are unified by a rare beauty and refined craftsmanship, the result of the discerning eye of the collectors and founders of Dumbarton Oaks, Mildred and Robert Woods Bliss. For further information on the Byzantine and Pre-Columbian Collections and the display of Western medieval and Renaissance art and furniture in the Music Room, see below. ABOUT THE MUSEUM BROWSE THE COLLECTIONS EXPLORE THE GALLERIES MUSEUM SHOP PLAN YOUR VISIT The Museum is open 2–5 p.m., Tuesday–Sunday, except for federal holidays. The Museum Shop is open 2–5 p.m., Tuesday–Saturday, except for federal holidays. Admission is free. Timed tickets are required for all visitors. RESERVE TIMED TICKETS All visitors age 12 or older must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test administered within the previous 72 hours. Find out more about this policy, and learn how to make your visit safe and enjoyable by reviewing information for Museum visitors. SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS VIEW ALL Lasting Impressions: People, Power, Piety November 23, 2021–November 2022 | This exhibition explores individual stories and family histories, the concept of status, developments in popular piety, and the inner workings of the state as shown through the intricate impressions on lead seals. Margaret Mee: Portraits of Plants September 21, 2021–January 9, 2022 | Centered on the paintings of botanical artist Margaret Mee, this exhibit explores the traditions of women botanical artists and illustrators primarily using materials from the Rare Book Collection. Ancient Art at Dumbarton Oaks Viewed alongside Byzantine art, these objects from the ancient Mediterranean offer an opportunity to consider the continuities and changes in artistic production from the classical to medieval periods. COLLECTIONS BYZANTINE COLLECTION PRE-COLUMBIAN COLLECTION HOUSE COLLECTION DUMBARTON OAKS Research Library and Collection 1703 32nd Street, NW Washington, DC 20007 Trustees for Harvard University THE MUSEUM Open Today 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. THE GARDEN Open Today 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. VIEW ALL HOURS & ADMISSION JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE CONTACT US RIGHTS AND REPRODUCTIONS STAFF DIRECTORY EMPLOYMENT LOG IN WEB ACCESSIBILITY SITE MAP SERVICE DESK MAINTENANCE SERVICE REQUEST INTRANET ©2021 Dumbarton Oaks, Washington, D.C. Trustees for Harvard University