{"id":90835,"date":"2025-07-09T18:49:27","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T22:49:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nmwa.org\/?page_id=90835"},"modified":"2025-07-16T16:33:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T20:33:32","slug":"photography-at-nmwa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nmwa.org\/visit\/visitor-guidelines\/photography-at-nmwa\/","title":{"rendered":"Photography at NMWA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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\n We are pleased that visitors consider NMWA as a location for photos. To ensure a positive experience for every visitor, including maintaining a pleasant and safe experience, please note the following rules and guidelines.\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n\n

At the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA), we\u2019re proud to offer a beautiful Great Hall and Mezzanine, captivating galleries, and a landmark historical fa\u00e7ade. We welcome visitors who wish to capture and share their experiences in our stunning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We allow visitors to take photos at NMWA in accordance with the following guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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General Guidelines for All Visitors<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t
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  • The museum reserves the right to refuse admittance for photography\/videography and\/or to change its photo policy without advance notice.<\/li>\n
  • While visiting NMWA, you may be photographed, filmed, or recorded. By entering the museum, you grant NMWA the right to use these images or recordings for promotional, educational, archival, or other museum-related purposes, in print and digital media. <\/li>\n
  • NMWA assumes no responsibility for any loss, damage, or injury to persons or personal property arising from photography or filming activities conducted at the museum.<\/li>\n
  • NMWA does not allow flash photography; works in the museum\u2019s collection may only be photographed with available light.<\/li>\n
  • For information on formal photo shoots and filming\/videography, please see \u201cFormal (Wedding, Engagement, and Private) Photo Shoot Guidelines\u201d and \u201cFilming Guidelines\u201d below. For information on media access or photography for press usage, please see \u201cMedia Photography and Filming Guidelines.\u201d<\/li>\n
  • Tripods, selfie sticks, extension cords, and other photography equipment are not permitted.<\/li>\n
  • Props, furniture, unchecked luggage, and clothing changes are not permitted.<\/li>\n
  • Entrances, hallways, stairwells, and emergency exits must remain accessible. Brief photo opportunities or pauses in these areas are permitted, just be mindful of other visitors.<\/li>\n
  • Do not disturb or remove any existing furniture in the museum.<\/li>\n
  • To avoid congestion at the entrance, please meet and collect your party outside of the museum or within the Great Hall once everyone has been admitted. Please do not congregate in front of the Information\/Ticketing Desk.<\/li>\n
  • Remember that NMWA is a private museum, open to the public, and that regular business continues during normal operating hours.<\/li>\n
  • Photography may be limited during private event setup. Any party that has booked a private event in our Great Hall has permission to use that reserved area for the length of their event.<\/li>\n
  • The museum reserves the right to restrict access to certain areas, or revoke permission if guidelines are not met.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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    “Uncanny” member preview day at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, February 26, 2025; Photo by Laura Hoffman for NMWA<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n