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.
Join us for Second Saturdays, a fun family program!
In August, we are celebrating National Book Lovers Day with story times and artmaking presented by the Crystal Bridges Library. Enjoy Deborah Underwood’s celebrated book Outside In—written about all the ways nature finds us inside, even on hot summer days—and dance to music by local kids’ favorites Candy Lee and the Backyard Bugs. Create art for your own bookmark and become Library famous by entering it to be selected for a new collection of Library placeholders.
Free, no registration required. Drop in at 1, 2, or 3 p.m.
