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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Crystal Bridges members receive year-round perks, invitations to member-only events, travel opportunities, and more!
Museum & Buildings
Trails and Grounds open daily sunrise to sunset.
Join Mike Gibson of Gibson Works for a lively demonstration of topiary art in this opportunity to see a topiary get created from start to finish. The demonstration will last one to two hours, and you are welcome to drop in anytime – or see the whole process unfold on Walker Landing. Think you’ll be inspired and want to learn more? Register for his afternoon Topiary Therapy Workshop in our studios after.
Drop-in anytime 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Mike Gibson Self-taught property artist, topiarist, and entrepreneur, who has spent 30 years beautifying residential, commercial, and public spaces.
Inspired by hardworking Black artists like his father, Michael T. Gibson, and Topiary Artists Pearl Fryar and Jake Hobson, Gibson began honing his craft at the early age of seven. As a small child, Gibson took exceptional pride in the landscaping of his family home, which led him to complete jobs for other families in the neighborhood. Unlike many children his age, Gibson viewed each home as a blank canvas, with unlimited potential for beauty and art.
