Best Coloring Books: Phillips CollectionThis shop offers great gifts for adults—such as tea sets and |
Best for Lovers of Contemporary Art: Hirshhorn MuseumThis tiny shop is packed with finds for a desk or dorm |
Best for Design Junkies: National Building MuseumA Sydney Opera House Lego set, 3-D puzzles, and building kits |
Best for History Buffs: National ArchivesWith versions of virtually everything that’s on display in the |
Best for Ladies Who Lunch: Hillwood EstateYou’ll find pretty decor and soaps (such as Binu’s “Cameo |
Best for Language Lovers: NewseumIn the Newseum’s four shops, work follows local woman |
Best for Sneaky Kids: International Spy MuseumThere’s not much for grown-up spies, but their juvenile |
Best Office Gifts: National Museum of Natural HistoryAmong the treasures at the Gallery Store, the largest of the |
Best for Future Aviators: National Air and Space MuseumSpanning three levels, Air and Space’s main store sells die-cast and assemble-yourself |
Best for Everyday Jewelry: Sackler GalleryThe shop in this Asian-art museum offers a noteworthy selection of wearable, non-kitschy |
Best Handmade Home Goods: Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick GalleryThe collection of vases and dishes in blown glass, wood, and ceramic at these two |
Best for Colonial Curios: The Mount Vernon ShopWhile fans of George Washington will find much to love—from 12-inch-high busts of |