Yes, the Vermeer show is suitable for children of all ages--I even took my 14 year old, much against his better judgment, of course. But the pix are lovely and glow like little jewels. Lots of maps and also maybe Anton van Leevenhoek pictured there. Most Vermeers are quite small, so tall children are necessary--unless you want to lift them up physically. I went the day after Thanksgiving and there were huge lines, but certainly I thought it was worth it. Also, there is a Winslow Homer show at the National Gallery, and Whistler at the Freer. Homer was packed again, but Freer was blessedly quiet and tranquil. Homers were generally larger, so could be viewed from across the room, if absolutely necessary, if you didn't want to elbow thousands of people out of the way. I shall remember these bits of beauty out here in the hinterlands for a long time. Nancy Glover McCartney University of Arkansas Museum Fayetteville, AR 72701