Enjoy Dumbarton Oaks Safely
We are happy to welcome visitors back to Dumbarton Oaks. All public events will be virtual.
VISITING VIRTUALLY Gardens Information Museum Information
Museum
Open 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Tuesday–Sunday, except for federal holidays. Make your visit safe and enjoyable by reviewing information for Museum visitors.
Admission to the Museum is free. Timed tickets are required.
All visitors age 12 or older must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test administered within the previous 48 hours. Find out more about this policy, and learn how to make your visit safe and enjoyable by reviewing information for Museum visitors.
Museum Shop
Normal operating hours: 2–5 p.m., Tuesday–Saturday, except for federal holidays. Visit us online!
Gardens
Regular Season (March 15–October 31)
Open 2–6 p.m., Tuesday–Sunday, except for federal holidays. The Gardens may close in hazardous conditions. Make your visit safe and enjoyable by reviewing information for Gardens visitors.
Planning to visit frequently? Save on admission by purchasing a season pass. Rates are:
- $75 Individual Season Pass
- $95 Double Season Pass
- $110 Family Season Pass
Winter Season (November 1–March 14)
Open 3–5 p.m., Tuesday–Sunday, except for federal holidays. The Gardens may close in hazardous conditions. Make your visit safe and enjoyable by reviewing information for Gardens visitors.
Admission to the gardens in the Winter Season is free.
Holiday Closures
In 2022, the Museum and Gardens are closed on the following days:
- Saturday, January 1 (New Year's Day)
- Sunday, June 19 (Juneteenth)
- Monday, July 4 (US Independence Day)
- Friday, November 11 (Veterans Day)
- Thursday, November 24 (Thanksgiving Day)
- Monday, December 25 (Christmas Day)
- Sunday, January 1, 2023 (New Year’s Day)