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The Work Behind the Work

Step inside Studio Hirshhorn, the series of short videos that reveal how artists prepare for exhibitions at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.

Meet OSGEMEOS in their São Paulo, Brazil studio as they prep for their largest US museum survey. Tour their model of our circular galleries. Hear their first impressions of our unusual building—hint: it’s out of this world—as well as thoughts on music, murals, imaginations and more.  

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Art is Everywhere, Including Home

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Hirshhorn Kids

Craving a creative break? Kids of all ages (or the kid at heart) can stay engaged with unique projects released every week. 

Curator Marina Isgro on zoom with artists Camille Henrot and Akwetey Orraca-Tetteh

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Join the minute-by-minute conversation about how artists, art, and ideas shape our worldviews. Follow @hirshhorn on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Tag #Hirshhorn.

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Hirshhorn Sculpture Garden preliminary concept design.

Campus Transformation

In order to fulfill our mission as the national museum of modern and contemporary art, we are revitalizing our spaces. Repairs to our roof and envelope have been completed and the revitalization of our Sculpture Garden is underway. Now we’re evaluating the needs of our building and Plaza. Join us in the public consultation process.