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.
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Trails and Grounds open daily sunrise to sunset.
Crystal Bridges is open Mondays and Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The museum is closed on Tuesdays, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Crystal Bridges Trails and Grounds are open from sunrise to sunset daily and during museum hours.
Call the Inclement Weather line to check on any cancellations: (479) 657-2488.
600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712 (479) 418-5700 Info@CrystalBridges.org
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Museum Parking Complimentary parking close to the museum entrance is available on the upper and lower levels of the museum’s attached parking garage, called Museum Parking. ADA-accessible parking is available on the lower level of the garage. To access Museum Parking, follow the signs posted on Museum Way.
Drop-Offs The museum’s main drive connects to a drop-off area at the museum’s ADA-accessible front entrance, located by Roxy Paine’s tree-like sculpture Yield. Cars and buses may stop here to load and unload passengers. No parking is allowed in this area.
Campus Parking Additional parking is available free of charge in our Campus Parking complex, located on Museum Way across from the Amazeum. During especially busy days, we encourage you to park in the Campus Parking garage and either walk to the museum via Orchard Trail or enjoy our complimentary shuttle service to the museum’s main entrance. Guests who are accessing Time Loop, the North Forest Trail, and other events or experiences in the North Forest experiences should also use Campus Parking.
Similar to other garages of its size, vertical clearance on the first floor of the Campus Parking garage is 8 feet, 4 inches tall, and the second through sixth floors have a clearance of 7 feet, 2 inches. Oversized vehicles (including RVs, trailers, and buses) that do not fit the clearance requirements should park in the gravel lot on Museum Way, or at Orchards Park across NE J Street. The gravel lot is closed to all other guest vehicles.
In 2024 and 2025, the Campus Parking complex will continue to expand to include a retail space, a café/bar, art installations, and more.
For guests parking in Campus Parking, shuttle service is available continuously during museum operating hours. Passengers are picked up at the shuttle shelter in front of the garage and at the museum’s main entrance.
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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has a world-class collection of American art and stunning architecture, nestled in 120 acres of Ozark woods with over five miles of trails. The museum’s restaurant, Eleven, offers lunch service daily, and the Coffee Bar offers a selection of “grab-and-go” meals. The Museum Store offers a wide selection of unique gifts, works by regional artists, and art prints from the Crystal Bridges collection. The Library, located on the third floor, offers a large collection of art reference materials, children’s books, and more.
Needless to say, we have something for everyone! Admission to the museum and trails is always free. Some exhibitions require an entry fee.
Make the most of your long weekend with a trip to Crystal Bridges! To help you plan, here’s a roundup of nine things to do while you’re here.
Looking to learn more about insects in your garden? Wondering how to deal with invasive plants? Our recurring nature series Discover the Grounds is back and ready to tackle your questions about the natural world.
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Learn more about Crystal Bridges’ house rules and policies – including our photography and videography guidelines, refund, exchange, and online ticketing FAQs, and more.
Guest Services: Located in the museum’s Garrison Lobby, Guest Services is your resource for many museum amenities and services including Lost and Found, maps, brochures, self-guided and audio tours, and information about guided tours and educational programs. Guests may also purchase or pick up tickets here.
Inclement Weather: For more information regarding inclement weather affecting outdoor Crystal Bridges events, call (479) 657-2488.
Restrooms: All-gender, wheelchair-accessible, and family restrooms are located throughout the museum.
Checkroom: Large items, including backpacks, backpack-style child carriers, tripods, umbrellas, or any package or other item larger than 11 x 15″ are not allowed in the galleries. Self-service checkrooms are located in the lower lobby (one level down from the Garrison Lobby). Lockers are provided for your valuables at no charge in the checkroom.
Child Carriers: Front carriers are allowed in the galleries, as are sling-style child carriers. Backpack-style carriers are not permitted. Those can be stored in the checkroom during your visit.
Nursing Mothers: On the first floor near the Great Hall there is a private room that can be used, when it is available, by nursing mothers who prefer a private setting. Please ask a museum security officer or Guest Services for access.
Wheelchairs: Guests are welcome to bring their own wheelchairs (motorized or non-motorized). A limited number of wheelchairs are available from Guest Services on a first-come, first-served basis at no cost.
Food & Drink (Inside): Food, drinks, and chewing gum are not allowed in museum galleries, and outside food and drink are not permitted inside. Lunch is served daily at the museum’s restaurant, Eleven, and the Coffee Bar offers “grab-and-go” options.
Food & Drink (Outside): Picnicking is encouraged on museum trails and grounds, including in the Tulip Tree Shelter. Tables are provided outside on Walker Landing, but we ask that guests not bring coolers, chairs, or other gear onto Walker Landing.
Technology: Free Wi-Fi is available to Crystal Bridges guests at the museum. Please limit mobile phone conversations to non-gallery spaces, lobbies, restaurant, or museum grounds. If you are using your phone to participate in museum audio tours, headphones or earbuds are encouraged in galleries.
Pets: Leashed pets are welcome on the museum trails and grounds, but are not permitted inside the building, or on Walker Landing.
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is committed to making the galleries and grounds accessible for all visitors. Please note that our efforts to make our website, programs, and museum more accessible are ongoing. A number of on-site accommodations are offered for guests with disabilities in order to assure an enjoyable and engaging experience at the museum. If you have questions about our accommodations, please contact us.
Accessibility Amenities at Crystal Bridges
Northwest Arkansas is easily accessible by plane and by car. The Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) is served by several international airlines. Other metropolitan areas such as Tulsa, Little Rock, Kansas City, St. Louis, Memphis, and Dallas are within a half-day’s drive.
While you’re in Bentonville, be sure to check out the rest of what Northwest Arkansas has to offer. Music, theater, restaurants, shopping, sports, outdoor activities, and attractions abound.
Exploring more of Arkansas during your visit? Discover what you can see and do in the Natural State.
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