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.
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Aerial view of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas
Panoramic view of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Entrance to Crystal Bridges with Yield, stainless steel sculpture by Roxy Paine
View of restaurant from Walker Landing with Two-Headed Figure sculpture by Keith Haring
North tower and lobby view from north lawn
View from north lawn to gallery bridge with Lowell’s Ocean, steel sculpture by Mark di Suvero
North tower and lobby (added in 2017) from the north lawn. Courtesy of Crystal Bridges
Pedestrian bridge from the north tower to the north forest. Courtesy of Crystal Bridges Museum
Early American Gallery with We the People by Nari Ward
Early American Art Galleries at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Salon style hang in Early American Gallery
Contemporary Art Gallery at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
South entrance of Crystal Bridges with LOVE sculpture by Robert Indiana
Art Trail with Maman by Louise Bourgeois at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
View of Town Branch Creek and south side of Crystal Bridges
Fly’s Eye Dome by Buckminster Fuller on the north lawn
Skyspace Installation The Way of Color by James Turrell on the Art Trail
Museum restaurant Eleven under Jeff Koons’s Hanging Heart
Museum Store designed by architect Marlon Blackwell
View of east side of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art from the overlook
Plexus No. 27 by Gabriel Dawe at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
