Are you on the lookout for a place to showcase your artwork in Washington, DC? The city is home to numerous galleries and art spaces ideal for various styles and mediums, whether you're a painter, sculptor, photographer, or mixed media artist. Explore our platform to browse listings for exceptional galleries across the city, from traditional studio spaces in Georgetown for historic art displays to contemporary exhibit halls in the H Street Corridor for modern and avant-garde pieces. Find your favorite spot among our listings and discover the perfect venue to host your next exhibition!
The cost of galleries averages around $285 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Washington, DC, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $220 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
| From $3000 | to $13600 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
Culture DC at Culture DC
in Northeast - rated 5/5
Venue said: As Cultural tides constantly shift, our venue can seamlessly transform into a concert hall, interactive art gallery, or a special events space. Our core principles are diversity, education, interaction, and entertainment.
Assembly Room at Friends Meeting of Washington
in Northwest - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘An excellent venue that was easy to access.’
Atrium and Cocktail Bar at Atrium and Cocktail Bar
in Northeast - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘And the space was unique and beautiful.’
You'll find galleries in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Washington, DC, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $235 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 75 and 120 guests | prices average $500 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.6 mi from central Washington, DC, available to book on Tagvenue:
Yes, there are several affordable gallery options in Washington, DC. KNKY House, located in Apple Grove, offers a budget-friendly rental rate starting at $1,000 per day. In Fort Totten, Dynamic NW DC Event Space provides competitive pricing starting at $200 per hour. These venues offer great options for those seeking cost-effective exhibition spaces.
Most gallery spaces will offer essential facilities, including lighting, sound systems, and display tools like easels and mounting hardware. Some spaces also provide additional amenities such as Wi-Fi, catering services, and event planning assistance to support an opening reception or exhibition.
Page last updated in December 2025
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