Visitors should be prepared to spend considerable time on foot, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Glenstone is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Days.

Due to the fragile nature of the artwork, all visitors must be at least 12 years old. Visitors ages 12 to 17 are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Infants under one year are also welcome and do not need a ticket. Strollers may only be used outdoors, and infants must be worn on the body or carried while inside art spaces like the Gallery building. Changing tables are currently available in the Patio restrooms.

Please stay on marked trails and paths. Trails close at 5 p.m. Our last admission for late arrivals is 4:15 p.m.

Picnicking is not permitted at Glenstone.

The sound sculpture, FOREST (for a thousand years…), 2012 by Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller contains loud passages including sounds of explosions and recordings from historical battle reenactments which may be heard throughout the site.

Since visitors seek different levels of engagement and interests vary widely, Guides (in gray uniforms with horizontal bar pins) are stationed throughout the campus to answer questions, discuss ideas, and offer general assistance as needed.

• Due to the fragile nature of the artwork, all visitors must be at least 12 years old. Visitors ages 12 to 17 are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Infants under one year are also welcome and do not need a ticket. Strollers may only be used outdoors, and infants must be worn on the body or carried while inside art spaces like the Gallery building. Changing tables are currently available in the Patio restrooms.

• Please don’t touch the art. Even outdoor sculptures that are exposed to the elements can be damaged by human contact.

• Photography is not permitted inside the museum. Please see additional photography guidelines below.

• If the heat index value exceeds 105 degrees or if the wind chill temperature falls below 0 degrees, some trails and outdoor sculptures will be closed.

• If there are thunderstorms reported in the area, we will close outdoor offerings until the storm has passed.

• Please stay on marked trails and paths. Trails close at 5 p.m. Our last admission for late arrivals is 4:15 p.m. 

• Glenstone is a smoke-free environment. The use of tobacco products and e-cigarettes/vaping are not permitted.

• Picnicking is not permitted at Glenstone.

Photography is not permitted inside the museum.

If you would like to take photos outside, please do so for personal use only, and please don’t use auxiliary lighting, selfie sticks, drones, or tripods.

Commercial photography is not permitted.

We encourage you to immerse yourself in the art, architecture, and nature and hope you will limit your use of electronic devices.

Glenstone is located at 12100 Glen Road.

From downtown D.C., travel takes 30–45 minutes without traffic.

From downtown Baltimore, travel takes 60 minutes without traffic.

Route 301 on the Ride On bus stops at Glenstone Museum. Click here for route information and timetables.

Glen Road is a busy road shared by drivers, cyclists and walkers. Please be aware of your surroundings as you arrive at Glenstone.

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There are three parking groves at the Arrival Hall: Red Oak, White Oak, and Sycamore.

Accessible parking is available directly in front of the Arrival Hall in the Sycamore parking grove.

Bicycle parking is available at the Environmental Center, a 1-minute walk from the Red Oak parking grove.

Accessible parking is available directly in front of the Arrival Hall in the Sycamore parking grove.

Complimentary wheelchairs and gallery chairs are available upon request.

We offer cart service that runs between the Arrival Hall and a bench located between the Gallery and Pavilions, both of which are about a 4-minute walk from the stop. This service runs continuously throughout the day.

Service animals as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act are welcome. The ADA does not currently recognize emotional support animals. Therefore pets, emotional support animals, comfort animals, therapy animals, and all other animals not specifically covered in the American with Disabilities Act are not permitted.

Our paths are designed to be firm and stable with accessible grades. Trails cut through wooded areas, cover varying terrain, and are intended to be experienced on foot. We recommend visitors wear comfortable and durable footwear.

ASL interpretation services can be requested through info@glenstone.org. Please note: ASL interpreters must be requested at least one week before you visit.

To request special accommodations, please contact us at  info@glenstone.org.