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.
Planning a visit to Crystal Bridges? Use this page to learn about hours, parking, and what to expect while you’re here.
We have something for all types of learners. From educator resources to family activities to scholars, find what speaks to you and engage with us.
There’s more to the museum than just the galleries— come enjoy hands-on creative fun with art classes for all ages and experience levels..
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Museum & Buildings
Trails and Grounds open daily sunrise to sunset.
We will be closed Monday, May 13, to prepare for the visit of Antiques Roadshow. We will return to normal hours of operation Wednesday, May 15.
The collections management team has always jokingly made reference to “Ms. Crystal, the ghost of Crystal Bridges”: an impish phantom whom we credit with the odd late-night shenanigans some of…
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Monica Thomas is a dancer, choreographer, actor, and filmmaker currently living in Chicago, but she’s also a proud Fayetteville, Arkansas, native. During the first week of August, she returns to…
