Annie Leibovitz at Work
“When I say I want to photograph someone, what it really means is that I’d like to know them.”
About the Exhibition
Experience Annie Leibovitz at Work, a new exhibition of portraits by the famed photographer. In addition to her iconic and daring pictures for magazines like Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, and Vogue, the show includes a set of new works made just for Crystal Bridges—Leibovitz’s first museum commission.
Nestled in Bentonville, Arkansas, among the scenic Ozark mountains, Crystal Bridges Museum of America Art has an extensive collection of American art and stunning architecture. The museum’s galleries include both masterworks and surprising, lesser-known gems from throughout American history—as well as works by contemporary artists like Annie Leibovitz.
When Leibovitz first came to Bentonville to photograph the museum’s founder Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges invited her to create something for the museum, offering her the opportunity to make new work without conditions or limitations:
“They didn’t ask what I wanted to photograph or where I wanted to go. I realized that I wanted to update my work. It was an opportunity to do something that I couldn’t do for anyone else. The strength of my work is seeing the pictures together, like brothers and sisters. That’s what makes it interesting. It’s full of history.”
Whether highlighting household names or local heroes, these works demonstrate Leibovitz’s discerning vision and desire to celebrate the extraordinary now. When placed together these pictures tell a larger story. From queens to presidents to rock stars, her five-decade-long career includes some of the most iconic portraits of our time.
Select works from the exhibition
Explore art and culture in Bentonville, Arkansas
Visit Bentonville
Recently lauded as “a new capital of cool”, Bentonville, Arkansas, is a treasured hub for arts, culinary, and outdoor experiences.
Over 70 miles of progressive trails connect key attractions in Bentonville, inviting visitors to take in the beauty of the Ozark Mountain region while exploring our charming city. Discover public art installations by world-renowned artists in unexpected locations, indulge in the kaleidoscope of flavors making up our award-winning culinary scene, attend an intimate concert with a nationally recognized headliner, and more. These are just a few of the unique experiences that await you in Bentonville.
Visit Crystal Bridges
Discover a world-class collection of American art, stunning architecture, and 120 acres of Ozark forest with five miles of trails. General admission is always free.
Take a look at our Plan a Visit page for museum hours, directions, parking info, and more.
Ticket Options
$12 Adults General Admission
FREE Members, SNAP participants*, Veterans, and Youth 18 and Under
*SNAP participants, please call (479) 657-2335 to enroll for free entry to temporary exhibitions.
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Annie Leibovitz at Work Related Events
Beyond the Lens: Teen Photography Mentorship
Teens are invited to learn about photography from Annie Leibovitz at the opening of her exhibition Annie Leibovitz at Work and be mentored by experts in the industry—all while creating works of their own to be displayed in the Studio at Crystal Bridges.
Discover other events that explore aspects of the exhibition
Annie Leibovitz at Work is curated by Alejo Benedetti, acting curator, contemporary art at Crystal Bridges, and will travel to four additional venues following its premiere in Bentonville.
Exhibition Sponsors
Gretel | ConAgra | Pat Cooper | JT and Imelda Rose | Phillips | Ramsay, Jaquita, and Sarah Ball | Beverly and Bill Bickell | Gelmart | Brenda and Willie Godwin | Marybeth and Micky Mayfield | Deborah Wright | Donna and Mack McLarty | Rebecca Hurst and Jim Smith | Cardinal Four Foundation | Galen, Debi, and Alice Havner