Glenstone Museum

Glenstone Museum is an art museum located on a large estate that combines indoor galleries with outdoor exhibition spaces. The collection displays works by modern and contemporary artists across buildings integrated into landscaped grounds and natural trails.

The museum was founded in 2006 as a private initiative to showcase modern and contemporary art within a natural setting. Its development reflected a vision of creating a unified experience where art, buildings, and landscape work together.

The museum maintains a collection of over 1,300 artworks from post-World War II artists, displaying sculptures, paintings, and installations throughout its spaces.

Visitors need to book in advance through the museum website to secure free admission, and the site involves walking across the grounds. Wearing comfortable shoes is recommended since the experience includes paths and trails throughout the property.

The museum was founded by private collectors who opened their personal art collection without following a traditional museum approach. This results in a setting that feels like a private home, where artworks are discovered in intimate rooms and outdoor spaces rather than formal galleries.

Location: Montgomery County

Address: 12100 Glen Rd, Potomac, MD 20854

Phone: +(301)9835001

Website: https://glenstone.org

GPS coordinates: 39.06039,-77.25013

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40