Bringing Local Artists and Art Lovers Together Since 1971

For more than forty years the Foundry Gallery has supported and showcased some of Washington, D.C.’s most promising and accomplished local artists. As a non-profit, artist-owned cooperative gallery, it exists to:

• Offer high quality, affordable original works of art
• Enrich and educate the community
• Nurture, support and recognize local artists

About the Foundry Gallery 

Located in historic Dupont Circle, the Foundry Gallery’s membership embodies a rich diversity of artistic styles, mediums and techniques. The Foundry thrives as a viable alternative to the traditional commercial gallery by offering an extensive variety of original contemporary artwork. The Foundry is well-known for providing much needed support and encouragement necessary for its member artists to experiment, explore and evolve in their artistic endeavors.

For those who enjoy owning original artwork, the Foundry Gallery exhibits a continuous and abundant influx of new artwork that appeals to both the novice and experienced art collector alike. The Gallery prides itself on fostering a personal connection between the member artists and potential art buyers through artist talks, meet-and-greets, opening receptions, demonstrations and consultations.

Each month at the Foundry Gallery you’ll find:

• Rotating solo and mixed-member art exhibits
• Fine quality original art for sale by local artists
• Educational opportunities for artists and art lovers of all ages
• Opportunities to get to know local artists personally
• Gallery space you can rent for your show or corporate function

Welcome to Our New Website 

 Foundry Gallery is pleased to introduce our new website.  We're glad you found us.  Let us know what you think, and give us your suggestions for further improvements by sending an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . We hope you will visit our site -- and our gallery -- again and again.  Thank you.