A world-class collection of American art, stunning architecture, and 120 acres of Ozark forest with five miles of trails. Admission to the museum is always free.
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Museum & Buildings
Trails and Grounds open daily sunrise to sunset.
Discover new insights about our permanent collection, get to know our natural setting, and more with exclusive audio tours led by museum educators, curators, and staff.
Also available as part of our free digital guide on the Bloomberg Connects mobile app, below you can enjoy several of our audio tours directly on your device or at home.
To listen to audio tours on your own device while visiting the museum, just download the Bloomberg Connects app at the app store links below, search “Crystal Bridges”, and tap Start Guide to begin. Or, scroll down to explore playlists right in your browser.
Available for both Apple and Android devices. Download at the links below.
In this exciting audio tour, walk through Crystal Bridges with Alice Walton as she shares personal stories and thoughts about the acquisitions, artists, and subjects of some of her favorite artworks in the collection.
En este emocionante recorrido de audio, camine por Crystal Bridges junto a Alice Walton mientras le comparte sus historias y pensamientos personales sobre adquisiciones, artistas y los temas de algunas de sus obras de arte favoritas de la colección.
Complete Large-Print English Alice Walton Talks Art Tour Transcript
Transcripción completa en español del recorrido Alice Walton habla sobre arte en caracteres grandes
This audio tour highlights key artworks in each of the museum’s collection galleries. Hear from current museum curators and staff along the way.
Esta audioguía presentará obras de arte claves de nuestra coleccion permanente.
Complete Large-Print English Collection Conversations Tour Transcript
Transcripción completa en español del recorrido Conversaciones de colección en caracteres grandes
In keeping with Crystal Bridges’ mission to welcome all, the museum developed this verbal description audio tour of several works of art in the collection that can be used by visitors with all levels of sight.
Complete Large-Print English Verbal Description Tour Transcript
This indoor tour, led by Dylan Turk, special projects editor, architecture and design, guides you through key architectural features of Crystal Bridges’ iconic building, designed by Moshe Safdie.
Este recorrido le presenta a la arquitectura icónica del museo, diseñado por Moshe Safdie.
Complete Large-Print English The Art of Architecture Tour Transcript
Transcripción completa en español del recorrido El arte de la arquitectura en caracteres grandes
This tour, led by Dylan Turk, special projects editor, architecture and design, highlights important architectural elements and unique features of the house.
Este tour destaca importantes elementos arquitectónicos y características únicas de la casa.
Complete Large-Print English Bachman-Wilson House Tour Transcript
Transcripción completa en español del recorrido por la casa Bachman-Wilson en caracteres grandes
Most of the plants at Crystal Bridges are native to our region. Others are cultivars of native species bred to provide a wide variety of bloom, foliage, and color from spring through fall.
Butterfly expert Lori Spencer shares information on butterflies and moths that are commonly found on the Crystal Bridges’ grounds.
Complete Large-Print English Butterflies Tour Transcript
From songbirds to raptors, there are a number of birds that can be found on the grounds of Crystal Bridges.
Complete Large-Print English Birds Tour Transcript
Learn about the wildlife that live on the grounds of Crystal Bridges.
Complete Large-Print English Mammals and Reptiles Tour Transcript
After years of serving millions of users with the CB Museum and Outdoor apps, we’re entering a new chapter in our digital experience. While these applications will no longer be supported going forward, we’re excited to introduce you to the next evolution of the digital Crystal Bridges experience.
What This Means 1. Our existing mobile applications will be removed from the app stores on December 31, 2024. 2. Installed apps will remain on your devices; however no new content will be added, and existing content will become unavailable at some future date.
Your Next Steps Download the Bloomberg Connects app using the store links below to access our digital guide. After installing the Bloomberg Connects app, search for Crystal Bridges Museum. Once you’ve selected us, just tap “Start Guide” to get started.
A Special Thanks The success of our apps, including the awards and recognition we’ve received over the years, wouldn’t have been possible without your support, feedback, and loyalty. We’re grateful for every one of you that has been part of this journey.
We’re confident you’ll love our new platform even more.
