Dumbarton Oaks Museum - Washington

A stunning museum. The collection of pre Colombian artefacts is beautifully displayed in a modern and imaginative space. The Music Room is a sensation of design and decoration my jaw literally dropped when I walked in. And it is free! Definitely worth the little trip to Georgetown (bus 33 from Foggy Bottom drops you 5 minutes away)

It’s my top top best place to be and visit. I love how much variety of plants and flowers they have. The staff are super welcoming and it’s just a really spectacular place to visit.

We went during the winter season, so many of the buildings were closed and aquatic features off. It was still spectacularly beautiful. There are spring flowers popping up all over the perfectly manicured gardens. Bring your walking shoes and a bottle of water so you can fully enjoy the large estate.

My daughter and I went to both the museum and the gardens. I've been to the gardens several times. I had never been to the museum and my daughter had not been to either the museum or gardens. The museum is a small museum but very interesting. Upon entering the museum, we were met by a very nice security guard, Officer Williams, who explained how the self tour worked and was very professional. The Pre-Columbian section was interesting in how it related to certain events occurring today. The Byzantine room was interesting and informative. Upon entering the music room, which has become my favorite of the museum, there was a very informative guard by the name of Officer Brooks. He was very nice, patient, and able to answer all of our questions. After the museum, we went to the gardens where we were met by 2 officers who explained how to get to certain places and about the new exhibit. Coincidentally, one of the officers was named Officer Jackson. He was very informative and nice. As we were leaving, Officer Jackson offered more information about the house at the front and other parts of the gardens we had asked about but we were in a hurry and promised we would be back to hear more about it. My daughter wants to come back in March when everything starts to bloom. There were a few roses and pears that were still around. Standing outside of the orangery gives you a beautiful view. Walking down to the rose gardens and the kitchen is a nice way to get exercise. I can't wait to go back with a friend of mine next week. The chair and tree exhibit is amazing. My daughter and I spent most of our time there which is why we didn't get to walk the entire garden. I just have 1 question, why are the gardens unable to host weddings? It would be such a beautiful setting for them.

We went on a pleasant afternoon and toured the house first and then went to tour the gardens when our ticket time was up. The house was remarkably interesting in addition to the collection, with a great living room with painted ceiling. In the garden we enjoyed the fall colors and the art (odd desk chairs with branches growing out the top).