Glenstone, Potomac: Photos, Reviews & Location

Unique museum showing contemporary art in a modern gallery, plus an expansive sculpture garden.

At a glance

#4 of 16 Tourist attractions in Potomac

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

4.9 km from the center of Potomac

Rating breakdown

5 ★85%
4 ★9%
3 ★2%
2 ★1%
1 ★3%

12100 Glen Rd, Potomac, MD 20854

glenstone.org

(301) 983-5001

Quick facts

What is the rating of Glenstone?: Glenstone is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 1,426 reviews.
How does Glenstone rank in Potomac?: Glenstone is #4 of 16 Tourist attractions in Potomac by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Glenstone located?: 12100 Glen Rd, Potomac, MD 20854 — 4.9 km from the center of Potomac.
How can I contact Glenstone?: Phone: (301) 983-5001 · Website: glenstone.org

A hidden gem, one of those places you ask "why isn't it more popular?" It IS popular because there were plenty of visitors. What a great indoor/outdoor museum. Friendly and lively staff. Beautiful in any season.

Megan Costella 2023 Nov 23

10/10 recommend. From the seamless entry process to park and check in, this is an absolute must to visit and be in total awe. I love the aspect of having no cell phones in some of the areas, it makes the experience so much more personal and enjoyable by being PRESENT. The weather was perfect on our visit, so the sites seemed to shine extra bright. Their on sight cafe was an open table seating with others, which was surprisingly comfortable. All of the employees were very professional and willing to help when they had to. Overall, could not recommend more. I would suggest wearing comfortable clothes / shoes as the property covers a lot of ground.

Patrick Dunlap 2023 Nov 11

A perfect short trip outside of DC. Everything about this museum is expertly curated. It's incredibly sleek and modern and their collection is impressive. I highly recommend engaging with the staff who are a wealth of knowledge about the pieces and talking to them really enhances the experience. There's no photography allowed inside the galleries, but you can elsewhere on the grounds.

Know that some of the pieces are only open at specific times, so plan accordingly if you want to see everything. Definitely walk the grounds and stop at the restaurant or the cafe! Tickets are free, but you need to get them in advance on their website.

Calvin L 2023 Oct 22

A hidden gem near North Potomac. Wonderful museum and trail. It's worth to spend half day to visit this great place in a sunny day. Take a rest at the Patio, drink a coffee, sitting outside to listen surrounding natural sounds by the whispering of wind, and the sounds made by flying leaves. It's quite enjoyable and relax.
The only minor thing is the bani mi sandswitches still have a room to improve. The bread is not hot and can use baguette would be better.
風景優美，步道清幽，適合半日悠閑。

Abi M. 2023 Sep 15

Beautiful grounds, modern buildings, and interesting displays of art. There is a two miles paved walking trail that takes you through the property.

We were there in mid-September, therefore not many blooms, but I can imagine in the Spring and early summer, the fields and the hills are colorful and beautiful.

Reservations are required if you want to park onside. Very friendly, responsive, and attentive staff.

Security cameras, cold water stations, in- ground, animal-proof trash bins, emergency call button, and nicely designed directional signage everywhere. Entry is free.

Marko J 2023 Aug 14

The largest private contemporary art museum in the US, surrounded by over 200 acres of nature.

It's a treat visiting this place. Walk on the trail slows down and prepares the mind to take in the art hosted in the galleries.

The architecture of Glenstone is special. Natural light fills the pavillions through skylights and enormous windows while the water court is as captivating as the art itself.

The entry is free but limited to a certain number of visitors per day, so it's best to book your visit in advance.

Deniz Turkmen 2023 Jul 31

Great hiking spot with exhibits. Walking paths are mostly paved but the park is as natural as possible. That organic feel contrasts with the minimalist and modern architecture, yet they fit perfectly. While every piece of art was worthy of our time, our favorite was the pavilion and the audio experience. For lunch, we stopped by the Patio cafe which had tasty vegetarian and vegan options at a very reasonable price. Admission was free with advance reservation. Great to have this establishment.

Jo T 2023 Jul 18

This place was recommended by a friend and it did not disappoint. This is a great contemporary art museum. Best of all, it’s free! The modern architecture of the indoor pavilion is not to be missed as well as the collapse exhibit and water garden. The outdoor woodland trail is a nice little hike as well with some art exhibits scattered around Overall, it was a great visit.