Walls That Whisper Her Stories: NMWA Reawakens in D.C. with Bold New Voices

A museum built to break the silence—Washington, D.C.’s National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) has reopened after a two-year transformation, reclaiming its place as the world’s first major institution dedicated solely to women artists. The refreshed galleries, now 15% larger, set the stage for a new era of visibility and dialogue. The reopening is marked by "The Sky’s the Limit," an ambitious exhibition spotlighting 13 contemporary women sculptors and installation artists, many of whom are being shown at NMWA for the first time. Alongside, focused retrospectives on Hung Liu and Antoinette Bouzonnet-Stella highlight the museum’s commitment to both global and historical perspectives. With nearly $70 million raised, the upgrade isn’t just about space—it’s about expanding the stories told and the artists celebrated. As NMWA reopens its doors, it reclaims its mission: to amplify the creative force of women and reshape the narrative of art history, one bold work at a time. #WomenInArt #CulturalHeritage #ArtMuseums #Culture