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.
Members are invited to get a first look at our new exhibition, The Dirty South: Contemporary Art, Material Culture, and the Sonic Impulse. This nationally recognized exhibition from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts engages multiple senses to spotlight the southern landscape through its musical heritage, spiritual complexity, and regional swagger.
In a narrative of persistence and power shown through visual art, video, textiles, sound elements, instruments, costumes, and even a SLAB car, discover how southern Black expression across time and geography has shaped and influenced the South and US contemporary culture as we know it today.
Free, tickets required. Reserve your spot online or with Guest Services at (479) 657-2335 today.
Not a member? Members enjoy a wide range of benefits, including free admission to temporary exhibitions, guest passes for exhibitions, and advance previews like this one! Join today.
The Dirty South is organized by the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts: Valerie Cassel Oliver, VMFA’s Sydney and Frances Lewis Family Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art.
