New Member Permanent Collection Tour
This event offers new members an exclusive guided tour of the Phillips Collection's permanent holdings, providing an ideal orientation to the museum's celebrated works. Designed as a welcoming introduction, the tour highlights key pieces and the museum's unique history, allowing participants to become familiar with the collection in an intimate setting.
When: Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 10:15 to 11:00 am (the museum opens to members only from 10:00 to 11:00 am on Sundays).
Location: The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st Street NW, Washington, DC.
Cost: Free for members. Membership is required; members are always admitted free.
Tour details: A focused, docent-led walkthrough of the permanent collection featuring masterworks such as Renoir's *Luncheon of the Boating Party*, the Rothko Room, and Jacob Lawrence's *The Migration Series*. The 45-minute program is tailored for those new to the museum.
Registration: Advance registration required (as indicated by "Registration Open" on the museum's events page for member programs).
Accessibility: The Phillips Collection is committed to inclusive practices and accessibility for all; contact the museum for specific accommodations.
Note: The museum's shop and café are open to the public during the members-only morning hour, but the tour itself is limited to members.