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.
Celebrate the birthday of Maxfield Parrish with Max Parrish II, Art Cart Guide and grandson of the creator of Crystal Bridges’ guest-favorite painting The Lantern Bearers (1908). Don’t miss this chance to learn about the artist in a whole new way. See you there!
Free, no tickets required.
Maxfield Parrish II is the youngest grandson of the artist and illustrator Frederick Maxfield Parrish, painter of The Lantern Bearers, and the great-grandson of the etcher and artist Stephen Parrish. Max is also a Crystal Bridges volunteer and Art Cart Guide. Max grew up with his grandfather’s prints hanging throughout his house; his favorite artwork, Dinky Bird, was hung in his room.
