Glenstone

Category: Modern art museum

Address: 12100 Glen Rd, Potomac, MD 20854, USA

Phone: +13019835001

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Jim Baudino

Jul 16, 2022

A nice experience to walk the grounds and be able to take as much time as you need to view the various exhibits. A few were undergoing construction (including one of the cafes) while we were there so that was a bit disappointing but overall a nice experience. The weather will play a big role in the experience since the exhibits are a good walking distance from the entrance (unless you take the shuttle). The pavilion had several different exhibits which provided an entire indoor experience. No picture taking inside the pavilion.

Chris Zhang

May 26, 2022

Beautiful museum that is very walkable. Completely free and a refreshing take on contemporary art. Even the food is relatively reasonably priced at ~20 dollars per person. I would highly recommend going.

Valerie Mason

Jan 4, 2022

Glenstone is a place to let your mind get lost with an almost other-worldly vibe to it. The cement pavilions, winding paths, all the incredible interactive installations both indoor and out and the scenery of the landscspe are enough to keep your attention and awe for 3+ hours easy, (I indeed have a first hand account of this mysteriously quick passage of time). Even the bathrooms make you feel like you're in the land of oz. The staff members stationed at the installations are friendly, knowledgeable and fun to discuss interpretations and ideas of meaning with.

Joseph Kristoffer

Nov 8, 2021

Wonderful mix of art and wide open spaces. Did the loop clockwise before the sun went down, enjoying the outdoor installations first. The sound installation and Tony Smith’s Smug sculpture were probably my favorites outside. The interior design of the main pavilion was art in itself, framing the water garden and grounds in beautiful ways through the wide panoramic windows. Enjoyed the art on display this season, especially the photography by Jeff Wall and the various sculpture works.

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Questions & Answers

What parts of Glenstone remain closed to visitors

Carl Swerdloff | Oct 14, 2020
pat Ritter | Oct 15, 2020

Definitely you should go visit it. It is still worth it even though some things are closed. The main museum is awesome.

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We made a reservation for 2:30 on April 2. Is there any possibility that we could get in the morning of April 2 instead? Travel plans just took a sudden change and we need to leave late that afternoon.

Patricia Dow | Feb 17, 2020
Nancy Condon | Feb 18, 2020

My understanding is that you can get in as a walk-in, if you use public transit as your means of getting there.

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Can I use a ticket that has been purchased by another party, who is unable to attend on the ticket date and who has designated me as a replacement?

Judit Schulmann | Aug 8, 2021
Eva Tewel | Aug 9, 2021

The person who obtained tickets should email your ticket to you. (All tickets are free.) It will then be scanned at the entrance.

Is Glenstone open on Mondays

Caroline Wischmann | Oct 6, 2021
Naja Cherry | Oct 7, 2021

Depends if tickets available that day

Are the grounds open now for walking without tickets?

Psychotherapy Associates | Sep 16, 2021
Tiara Burns | Sep 17, 2021

No they are not

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May I arrive earlier than my time in order to eat at the designated lunch area or is still open?

Joyce Quinn | Sep 16, 2021
Naja Cherry | Sep 17, 2021

No, visit times are organized through time slot

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There are three of us, and I have the tickets. One friend and I are driving together, the other coming from elsewhere. If that friend gets to the museum before us will she be able to get into the parking lot w/o a ticket?

Cecile Karvellas | Sep 7, 2021
D. L. Robb | Sep 8, 2021

Yes, absolutely yes! Especially if they know the name the reservation is under. The visitor experience people at Glenstone are visitor-focused and always work to assist in these matters!

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Can I go with a baby in a stroller ? in the buildings? in the park?

Carolina Barco | Sep 7, 2021
Dani Kawa | Sep 8, 2021

No, any babies (not toddlers they're not allowed on site- only infants) can be brought in in a stroller but to go in buildings, they must be worn in a front facing carrier

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Are dogs allowed on the grounds?

Tilly Lo | Sep 7, 2021
Marek Zalewski | Sep 8, 2021

No dogs and no children under 12.

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