The National Museum of Women in the Arts brings recognition to the achievements of women artists of all periods and nationalities by exhibiting, collecting, preserving, and researching art by women and by educating the public as to their accomplishments. To fulfill this mission, the Museum holds and displays a permanent collection, presents special exhibitions, conducts education programs, maintains a Library and Research Center, and supports a network of national and international chapters. It also serves as a center for the performing arts and other creative disciplines in which women have excelled.

The National Museum of Women in the Arts is a private museum housing a broad collection of art by women artists from the 16th century through the present day.

http://www.nmwa.org