Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a museum of American art in Bentonville, Arkansas. The museum, founded by Alice Walton and designed by Moshe Safdie, officially opened on 11 …
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a museum of American art in Bentonville, Arkansas. The museum, founded by Alice Walton and designed by Moshe Safdie, officially opened on 11 November 2011.
My wife and I took two of our grandsons to view the exhibits at Crystal Bridges. I’m not sure how many visits that we have made now, but we keep coming back for special exhibits. Our grandsons enjo… Full review by Razorfish
Nov 25, 2023
A jewel for NWA. Lovely space indoors, outdoors and the building. Free parking free entry except for special displays. They have a studio for people to make their own art for free as well. Mostly for… Full review by J E
Nov 17, 2023
Annie Leibovitz exhibit was terrific. This beautiful museum is a true gift to the public. Will return next year even though it is not near my home. Full review by illonajones
Are the exhibits family friendly? We’ll have two toddlers plus a teenage boy.
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That would be a no on the toddlers. But, I'm speaking for myself…when we had 3 toddlers the only places we thought family friendly were zoos and water parks. Best to you.
Is it better to go during the day or after dark? Looks like some night things here.
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We went during the day because we were returning home after we visited; however, there looks to be some really spectacular stuff outside right now that can only be experienced at …
We went during the day because we were returning home after we visited; however, there looks to be some really spectacular stuff outside right now that can only be experienced at night. I would love to go back to see those! This is the kind of place that you could spend hours... I mean HOURS at, so go in afternoon and do the sculpture walk during the day, go inside some, and then come back out when it's dark.
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Frequently asked questions
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How did the museum get its name?
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Crystal Bridges takes its name from Crystal Spring—a natural spring on the museum’s wooded site that feeds into the museum ponds—and from the unique bridge construction …
Crystal Bridges takes its name from Crystal Spring—a natural spring on the museum’s wooded site that feeds into the museum ponds—and from the unique bridge construction incorporated into...