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.
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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.
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art opened its doors on November 11, 2011 with a mission of welcoming all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature.
Browse a collection of stories about Crystal Bridges during its first decade, submitted by visitors and staff!
“I visited with a friend back in 2018 and introduced him to visual arts. We walked through the ENTIRE museum and walking trails. We got up close with squirrels and birds. We saw deer enjoying their habitat. We attended a concert in the forest. That friend turned into my boyfriend, fiance, and now my husband. We’re celebrating our second anniversary soon.” —Mechon Hall
We teamed up with Onyx Coffee Lab, Bentonville Brewing Company, and Fox Trail Distillery to create a coffee blend, a beer, and a gin to celebrate 10 years of Crystal Bridges.
Anniversary Blend Onyx Coffee Lab Onyx Coffee Lab’s Anniversary Blend coffee has a creamy taste with hints of baker’s chocolate, sorghum, dried berries, and burnt panela. Now available at Crystal Bridges! Art Maker Beer Bentonville Brewing Company A redesign of BBC’s popular Homewrecker IPA, this beer mixes the aroma of citra hops with honey malt that carries through the body for a lavish finish. Now available at Crystal Bridges! Cheers to 10 Years Gin Fox Trail Distillery Cheers to 10 Years is a crafted gin made on-site at Fox Trail Distillery in Rogers, Arkansas and aged for two years in used bourbon barrels―only available for a limited time. Available at Fox Trail or served in cocktails at Eleven.
Anniversary Blend Onyx Coffee Lab Onyx Coffee Lab’s Anniversary Blend coffee has a creamy taste with hints of baker’s chocolate, sorghum, dried berries, and burnt panela. Now available at Crystal Bridges!
Art Maker Beer Bentonville Brewing Company A redesign of BBC’s popular Homewrecker IPA, this beer mixes the aroma of citra hops with honey malt that carries through the body for a lavish finish. Now available at Crystal Bridges!
Cheers to 10 Years Gin Fox Trail Distillery Cheers to 10 Years is a crafted gin made on-site at Fox Trail Distillery in Rogers, Arkansas and aged for two years in used bourbon barrels―only available for a limited time. Available at Fox Trail or served in cocktails at Eleven.
Join us in reminiscing on our first decade by browsing meaningful memories submitted by students and educators who have enjoyed the museum’s free school programs.
Meet Guest Services Associate Sally Clifton, who is celebrating 10 years at Crystal Bridges.
Join us in reminiscing on our first decade by browsing meaningful memories submitted by members of our community.
Meet Group Tours Associate Carol Roberts, who is celebrating 14 years at Crystal Bridges.
Get to know some of the museum’s volunteers who have been volunteering since the beginning: 10+ years!
Meet Director of Internal Communications Jennifer Dunham, who is celebrating 12 years at Crystal Bridges.
Meet Preparator and Mountmaker Trisha Parker, who is celebrating 10 years at Crystal Bridges.
Join us in reminiscing on our first decade by browsing meaningful memories submitted by the museum’s staff members.
Meet Marketing Director Alison Nation, who is celebrating 13 years at Crystal Bridges this December.
In celebration of our upcoming 10-year anniversary, here are 10 lesser-known spots around the museum to discover on your next visit.
