The Kreeger Museum on Postcard

"Blending Art and Architecture North of Georgetown, nestled on 5.5 acres of woods and gardens, this obscure museum is the former mansion of Geico Insurance executive and avid art collector David Lloyd Kreeger and his wife, Carmen. Designed and built by renowned architect Philip Johnson, the International Style masterpiece displays the couple's collection of 19th- and 20th-century European and American art, and traditional African and Asian art, with an outdoor sculpture garden to boot. Highlights include paintings and sculptures by Picasso (their favorite artist), Renoir, Monet, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Rodin, Chagall, Mondrian, and local talents. The museum also functions as a venue for after-hours classical and jazz concerts."

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"Blending Art and Architecture North of Georgetown, nestled on 5.5 acres of woods and gardens, this obscure museum is the former mansion of Geico Insurance executive and avid art collector David Lloyd Kreeger and his wife, Carmen. Designed and built by renowned architect Philip Johnson, the International Style masterpiece displays the couple's collection of 19th- and 20th-century European and American art, and traditional African and Asian art, with an outdoor sculpture garden to boot. Highlights include paintings and sculptures by Picasso (their favorite artist), Renoir, Monet, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Rodin, Chagall, Mondrian, and local talents. The museum also functions as a venue for after-hours classical and jazz concerts."

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Pat S

Google

This smaller museum is truly a hidden gem in the area. It’s a beautiful space, a masterwork by Phillip Johnson, formerly the home of the Kreegers, who collected 20th-century art from artists like Picasso, Bonnard, and Monet. The stunning travertine building features a pool, a sculpture garden, and a lovely walking path. It’s well-maintained, with friendly and attentive staff, creating a wonderful ambiance.

Nina Donis

Google

Such a welcoming building and staff included! This is such a great of a gallery/museum. The building itself is a work of art and their collections are well curated.

Jack Liu

Google

I can’t believe I find this hidden gem, a small (two floors collection ), quite museum but have a lot of classical art works in it, such as the works of Picasso, Vincent Van Gogh, Cezanne, Monet, Kandinsky, etc. They also got sculptures and water fountain outside in the garden. Highly recommend to visit if you like art, there’re parking lot to park you car, student can get discount by showing ID.

Eugenia Wong

Google

A smaller but impressive collection. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. If you arrive on a sunny day, the outdoor sculpture garden is a treat as well. We enjoyed a short, docent-led tour and recommend looking for one on the museum's schedule. Keep in mind that they have limited on-site parking.

Amy Busch

Google

A beautiful museum; A Phillip Johnson masterwork that was the home of the Kreeger's who collected 20th century art by Picasso, Bonnard, Monet and many others. Stunning travertine structure and pool with a sculpture garden and walking paths.

Deborah Wymann

Google

There is a nice mix of art and sculptures here. Beautiful landscaping. The staff was very friendly. Mr. Kreeger and his wife were collectors of art. And they offer plenty of free parking right next to the museum.

Alex Hope

Google

Wonderful museum! Wonderful staff! A true gem in DC for art fans! I loved everything about it! The works presented are little known but by famous authors — Kandinsky, Picasso, Van Gogh, Monet… you name them! Amazin interior too!I highly recommend this place

Colin Cushing

Google

Excellent private museum, a true DC hidden gem! Impressive collection of art inside and a beautiful outdoor sculpture garden/short walking trail through the forest. Plan on spending 1-2 hours here.

Pat S

Google

This smaller museum is truly a hidden gem in the area. It’s a beautiful space, a masterwork by Phillip Johnson, formerly the home of the Kreegers, who collected 20th-century art from artists like Picasso, Bonnard, and Monet. The stunning travertine building features a pool, a sculpture garden, and a lovely walking path. It’s well-maintained, with friendly and attentive staff, creating a wonderful ambiance.

Nina Donis

Google

Such a welcoming building and staff included! This is such a great of a gallery/museum. The building itself is a work of art and their collections are well curated.

Jack Liu

Google

I can’t believe I find this hidden gem, a small (two floors collection ), quite museum but have a lot of classical art works in it, such as the works of Picasso, Vincent Van Gogh, Cezanne, Monet, Kandinsky, etc. They also got sculptures and water fountain outside in the garden. Highly recommend to visit if you like art, there’re parking lot to park you car, student can get discount by showing ID.

Eugenia Wong

Google

A smaller but impressive collection. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. If you arrive on a sunny day, the outdoor sculpture garden is a treat as well. We enjoyed a short, docent-led tour and recommend looking for one on the museum's schedule. Keep in mind that they have limited on-site parking.

Amy Busch

Google

A beautiful museum; A Phillip Johnson masterwork that was the home of the Kreeger's who collected 20th century art by Picasso, Bonnard, Monet and many others. Stunning travertine structure and pool with a sculpture garden and walking paths.

Deborah Wymann

Google

There is a nice mix of art and sculptures here. Beautiful landscaping. The staff was very friendly. Mr. Kreeger and his wife were collectors of art. And they offer plenty of free parking right next to the museum.

Alex Hope

Google

Wonderful museum! Wonderful staff! A true gem in DC for art fans! I loved everything about it! The works presented are little known but by famous authors — Kandinsky, Picasso, Van Gogh, Monet… you name them! Amazin interior too!I highly recommend this place

Colin Cushing

Google

Excellent private museum, a true DC hidden gem! Impressive collection of art inside and a beautiful outdoor sculpture garden/short walking trail through the forest. Plan on spending 1-2 hours here.

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