Freer Gallery of Art

Freer Gallery of Art is a Smithsonian museum in Washington, DC, showcasing Asian art, American art, and the renowned Peacock Room

The Freer Gallery of Art, part of the Smithsonian Institution, is a premier museum in Washington, DC, dedicated to Asian and American art. Founded in 1923, it houses an extensive collection of over 26,000 objects, including paintings, ceramics, and sculptures from China, Japan, Korea, and the Islamic world. The gallery is famous for the Peacock Room, an opulent decorative interior designed by James McNeill Whistler. The Freer also features works by American artists such as Whistler and John Singer Sargent. With its focus on cross-cultural connections, the gallery offers a unique perspective on the artistic exchange between East and West. Admission is free, making it an accessible cultural destination for visitors.