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National Portrait Gallery

gallery, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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National Portrait Gallery, American museum dedicated to portraiture of Americans, especially those who have made important contributions to the country and its culture. It is notable for its complete collection of portraits of presidents and first ladies. Part of the Smithsonian Institution, the museum is located in Washington, D.C. Although the Smithsonian Institution began collecting portraits in 1921, the National Portrait Gallery did not officially open until 1962. In 1976 the gallery, which had long...

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