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.
Coming this summer to a museum near you: Raiders of the Lost Ark! Kick off the Summer of Spielberg Film series with an outdoor showing of this action-adventure classic. Experience the thrills, excitement, and John Williams’s sweeping score as archeologist Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) races to find the lost Ark of the Covenant. Featuring the talents of Spielberg in his prime, Raiders promises to be fun for the whole family. So grab your best fedora, watch out for snakes, and come relive the movie magic with us on the Frank Lloyd Wright House lawn. Join us at 7:30 for a treasure hunt-themed art activity, with the movie starting at 8:15.
Outdoor chairs and seating will be provided, but feel free to bring your own blankets and settle in. We will be practicing social distancing for this event.
Free, register online or with Guest Services.
For the health and safety of our staff and guests, face coverings are recommended for children 2 and up, unless they are vaccinated against COVID-19. Children’s masks are available upon entry to the museum, or you can provide a mask from home. Guests and staff who are fully vaccinated are no longer required to wear face coverings. If guests are not vaccinated, face coverings are still required. Additional safety measures will be observed during this event.