There are many ways to visit SAAM and the Renwick Gallery and they’re all free!
- Gallery tours for all ages: registered groups, walk-ins, or self-guided;
- Access programs for people with disabilities and their care partners;
- School tours aligned with standards;
- Virtual programs for school groups and learners of all ages.
Gallery Tours for All Ages
Group Tours
Group tours are available by request for adult groups of eight or more. Choose from a variety of themes, including current special exhibitions.
Request 3 to 4 weeks in advance. Request a group tour: https://americanart.si.edu/visit/tours/request
Walk-in Tours
Walk-in tours are sometimes available. Check with the Information Desk when you arrive. If a walk-in tour is scheduled for that day:
- SAAM walk-in tours start at 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. every day of the week and 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
- Renwick walk-in tours start at 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. every day except Sunday. There are no tours on Sundays.
Self-guided Tours
Self-guided tours using your smartphone are available throughout SAAM. Scan the QR codes to bring lots of information to your fingertips!
Art a la Cart
We have pop-up art carts at SAAM and the Renwick Gallery. Our carts provide hands-on experiences for all ages. Please check with the Information Desk to see if any carts are out.
Access Programs
Free tours are available online and in our galleries at SAAM or the Renwick Gallery:
- in American Sign Language (ASL)
- for people with low vision
- for people with dementia and their care partners
There is no minimum group size for Access tours. For more information, visit https://americanart.si.edu/visit/accessibility.
Access program questions? Email SAAMAccess@si.edu.
School Tours
We welcome learners of all abilities and from all settings.
School tours at SAAM and the Renwick Gallery are:
- Free;
- For kindergarten through college;
- Aligned with national curriculum standards;
- Interactive and interdisciplinary.
School tours last 60 minutes. Want more time in the galleries? Ask about additional activities.
Request 4 to 6 weeks in advance. For more information or to place a request, visit https://americanart.si.edu/education/k-12/field-trips.
School tour questions? Email SAAM education staff at AmericanArtMuseumTours@si.edu.
Virtual Programs
Online School Tours
Online school tours are:
- Free;
- For 3rd grade through 12th grade;
- Aligned with national curriculum standards;
- 40 to 60 minute long;
- Interactive and interdisciplinary
Request 4 to 6 weeks in advance. For more information or to place a request, visit https://americanart.si.edu/education/k-12/videoconferences.
Online Adult Tours
Online adult tours are:
- Free;
- Available by request;
- 45 to 60 minutes long;
- Focus on a variety of themes, including highlights and special exhibitions;
- Interactive and conversational.
Request 4 to 6 weeks in advance. For more information or to place a request, visit https://americanart.si.edu/education/k-12/videoconferences.