The Arthur M. Sackler Gallery is the East Building of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, on the National Mall in Washington, DC. Its name remains in use for the building and its history, while the museum’s current public identity brings it together with the Freer Gallery of Art as one institution. The two buildings are connected underground, making it possible to experience a broader collection of Asian art within a single museum visit. The Sackler entrance is at 1050 Independence Avenue SW, beside the Enid A. Haupt Garden.
This distinction helps visitors navigate the site: official maps may label the East Building “Arthur M. Sackler Gallery,” while current museum information appears under “National Museum of Asian Art.” The institution is not a standalone private gallery, and there is no admission charge. The Smithsonian’s visitor page lists daily opening from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with closure on December 25; it also says tickets are not needed. As with any museum, exhibition access and services can vary, so check the visit page for current notices before making a special trip.
