The Washington Post reported that an anonymous donor has given the Phillips Collection a $1 million gift to cover repairs for its original building. The building needs roof replacement, upgrading heating and air-conditioning systems and repairing the exterior red brick. Jay Gates, the Phillips Collection’s director said, “The house is almost 110 years old. These things are terribly important, but to the casual visitor, not evident. This building is the envelope to one of the world's great art collections. We are responsible for that and this gift is thoughtful and generous.”