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WASHINGTON, D.C.–October 12, 2023—Today the National Building Museum announced that Theaster Gates, world-renowned artist and social innovator, is the 25th recipient of the Museum’s annual Vincent Scully Prize. Established in 1999, the Scully Prize recognizes excellence in practice, scholarship, or criticism in architecture, historic preservation,...

–400 Miniature Buildings From Around the World Will be on Public Display for the First Time– WASHINGTON, D.C.–October 10, 2023—On Saturday, October 28, the National Building Museum opens a charming new exhibition MINI MEMORIES: SOUVENIR BUILDINGS FROM THE DAVID WEINGARTEN COLLECTION that showcases a unique...

–A CONSTELLATION OF REFLECTIVE FRACTALS WILL HANG FROM THE MUSEUM’S GREAT HALL– WASHINGTON, D.C.–June 6, 2023—The National Building Museum is thrilled to present its highly anticipated seventh Summer Block Party installation LOOK HERE by artist and architect Suchi Reddy, founder and principal of Reddymade Architecture...

WASHINGTON, D.C.–May 25, 2023—On Saturday, May 27, the National Building Museum opens a major new long-term exhibition, BRICK CITY, created entirely from LEGO® bricks. Celebrating iconic architecture from cities around the world, BRICK CITY features 37 carefully recreated constructions created by U.K.-based artist Warren Elsmore....

–Indoor and Outdoor Installations Celebrate the Innovation and Possibilities of the Built Environment– WASHINGTON, D.C.–May 2, 2023—Today, the National Building Museum announced its upcoming exhibitions for the remainder of 2023. The Museum continues to fulfill its mission of inspiring curiosity about the built environment with...