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..
Find opportunities to give and keep art accessible to all, become a member, or join our team.
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.
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.
Tyler, tell us, how does your garden glow?
Join artist and self-described “mad scientist” Tyler Thrasher in this virtual workshop as we discuss bioluminescence, ‘moonbeam flora’, and other experiments from his home laboratory in Tulsa. Come see what makes these unique plants shine, learn how art and science can work together, and get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the life and art practice of a mad botanist. After experiencing Tyler’s passion and vision for yourself, we promise you’ll never look at plants the same way again.
Free, tickets required. Register online or by calling Guest Services at (479) 657-2335 to reserve your spot today. Once registered, you’ll receive an email with information about the event and the Zoom link for your convenience.
About the Instructor
With an undying love for nature and its respective curiosities, there are few things Tyler Thrasher’s brain isn’t obsessing over. Between his pursuits to crystallize the world, opalize everything, and hunt down some of the realm’s most unique plants, his passion to combine art and science every step of the way is his fire and fuel.
Chances are if you catch Tyler at a party, he’ll talk your ear off about exploring caves, growing minerals in his lab, playing Dungeons and Dragons, hybridizing new plants, electronic music, grappling with and overcoming trauma, and just how amazingly beautiful and mysterious this whole wide universe is.
