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Thursday, May 28
America 250: Common Threads
In 2026, the United States will mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. America 250: Common Threads will both commemorate the events of 1776 and reflect on 250 years of American art and civic participation.
Visions of America
Located in the former Early American galleries, the Visions of America Galleries feature a core experience designed to inspire curiosity and offer a high-level introduction to five centuries of American art through the Crystal Bridges collection. Organized into five thematic sections, We, Dreaming, Nature, Making Our Mark, and We the People, the Visions of America Galleries take guests on a journey reflecting on American people, the power of dreaming and artistic imagination, our relationships with nature and its materials, the objects that shape our spaces and cultures, and the unfolding story of America.
The Art of Birdwatching with Susan Morrison
Birdwatching has been a treasured American pastime for centuries. For the casual observer or the expert tracker, the activity centers on paying close attention to the world around us.
Frank Lloyd Wright Tours
Known as the Bachman-Wilson House, this structure is an example of Frank Lloyd Wright’s classic Usonian architecture. ” Wright created this term to describe a distinctly American style of residential architecture he developed during the Great Depression to be within the reach of the average middle-class American family.
Drop-in Tour: Big Picture - Art, Architecture, and Nature
Whether you’re visiting Crystal Bridges for the first time or you’ve viewed the exhibitions and haven’t toured the grounds, this is the midday treat for you! Join our Guides for a fun overview of the art, architecture, and nature found at the museum.
Drop-in Tour: Collection Highlights
Free, no tickets required. Check in with your Guide in the Garrison Lobby to join the tour.
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