George Washington University Art Galleries

The George Washington University Art Galleries, the Luther W. Brady Art Gallery and the Dimock Gallery, are two university-owned and operated art galleries that showcase the University's permanent art collections, as well as visiting exhibitions.[1] In addition, The George Washington University has a myriad of galleries showcasing student work throughout its buildings and academic/support facilities.[2] Collections include painting, sculpture, and photographs, ranging from rare historic pieces to Washingtonia and Americana to modern art.

George Washington University Art Galleries
Location within Washington, D.C.
LocationWashington, D.C.
Coordinates38.9007°N 77.0463°W / 38.9007; -77.0463
TypeArt museum
Public transit access           Foggy Bottom – GWU
Websitehttp://www.gwu.edu/~bradyart/

The Dimock Gallery was established in 1966 and relocated and renamed for Susan Dimock Catalini in 2001.[3] The Brady Gallery followed in 2002.[4]

Notable Collections
  • Henry Bacon, The Boston Boys and General Gage, 1775, Oil on canvas
  • Gilbert Stuart, George Washington, 1800, Oil on canvas
  • Rembrandt Peale, Porthole Portrait of George Washington, c. 1820, Oil on canvas

References
  1. "Luther W. Brady Art Gallery | Corcoran School of the Arts & Design | The George Washington University". George Washington University. Retrieved 4 March 2021.
  2. "About | Corcoran School of the Arts & Design | The George Washington University". corcoran.gwu.edu.
  3. Danilov, Victor J. (2005). Women and Museums: A Comprehensive Guide. Rowman Altamira. p. 104. ISBN 978-0-7591-0855-4. Retrieved 4 March 2021.
  4. "Director of Luther W. Brady Art Gallery to Retire". GW Today. 19 June 2020. Retrieved 4 March 2021.

38°53′58.5″N 77°2′48.0″W

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