from the Office of the Director

Welcome to the National Gallery of Art Web site.

New technologies play an important role in the National Gallery of Art's efforts to fulfill its mission to serve the United States of America by preserving, collecting, exhibiting, and fostering the understanding of works of art, at the highest possible professional and scholarly standards.

The Internet enables us to reach millions of people throughout the world. Whatever your age, whether you are a student or teacher, browsing or doing advanced research, we hope that this Web site will enrich your enjoyment and understanding of art. By sending your comments via our Web feedback form, you can help us further develop what you see here.

I hope you will visit the National Gallery of Art the next time you are in Washington, D.C., because there is no substitute for experiencing great masterpieces in person.

Earl A. Powell III
Director
National Gallery of Art

See also:
Mission Statement
Board of Trustees