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 this spring? Use this guide to learn what’s on and what to expect this season.
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..
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.
COVID-19 can’t keep us apart! While we’re temporarily closing the museum to maintain the safety of our staff, volunteers, and guests and to stop the spread of the coronavirus, there…
School tours through the end of April have been canceled due to Crystal Bridges’ response to COVID-19. Follow our updates. As we move into the last few months of the…
Soon to be displayed at the Momentary, over 500 bottles are meticulously arranged on shelves in three vitrines that recast litter as glinting green and clear gems. There is something…
Empathy is a lesson that we should all refresh ourselves on from time to time. Now, with the help of teachers Julie Griggs (left) and Heather Hooks (right), we can!…
There are several contemporary art spaces around the world that are easy to admire. One of the big inspirations for the Momentary is MoMA PS1 in New York. An affiliate…
Have you ever considered the link between art and architecture? It’s a fun thing to consider at Crystal Bridges, but long before the museum opened, licensed architect and urban designer…
Ever wonder about the decision-making involved in choosing when, where, and how our artworks go on view? Once Crystal Bridges acquires an artwork, there are several questions that need to…
In 2017, the museum created the IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility) committee, whose goal is to foster diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within our workplace. The committee selected a handful…
Last August, Paula Jo Chitty Henry, co-founder of Crepes Paulette in Bentonville, was the featured guest at DISH. Following the tradition, she hand-washed guests with rosewater, and as people took…
