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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

American art from the colonial era to now, free to enter, wrapped in trails through a wooded ravine. The temporary exhibitions are worth planning around.

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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas
Photo: Michael Barera, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Where
600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712 · Map · (479) 418-5700
Hours
Mon & Wed 11am–6pm · Thu & Fri 11am–8pm · Sat & Sun 10am–6pm · Tue closed. The lobby opens at 10am, and galleries open at 11am on weekdays. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Price · visiting
Free: general admission is sponsored by Walmart and the permanent collection costs nothing. Some temporary shows are ticketed.
Parking
Free parking in the attached Museum Parking garage (upper and lower levels; follow the signs on Museum Way), with a 7-ft clearance.

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Where
600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712 · Map
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Parking
Free parking in the attached Museum Parking garage (upper and lower levels; follow the signs on Museum Way), with a 7-ft clearance. There are more campus lots on Museum Way, and RVs and oversize vehicles are welcome in designated areas. A drop-off area by the ADA-accessible front entrance (next to the sculpture 'Yield') is for loading only. A visitor shuttle runs during museum hours between the Campus Parking Plaza and the main entrance. source
Food & drink
Eleven restaurant (Wed–Mon 11am–2:30pm, no reservations required). A café in the new expansion and a coffee bar with grab-and-go (both open during museum hours). The Plaza Café in the Campus Parking Plaza (Wed–Mon 12–5pm, serves alcohol). The Heartland Cafe (Mon–Fri 7:30am–3pm). source
Accessibility
All interior spaces are fully wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking is on the lower level of the garage. Wheelchairs and walkers are free at Guest Services (Garrison Lobby), the elevator tower and the lower-lobby checkroom. Assisted listening devices are available for programs and tours. ASL-interpreted tours and captioning can be arranged with 2 weeks' notice. Touch and audio-described tours, EnChroma glasses, a sensory-friendly map and a quiet library entrance are available. The Orchard, Art and North Forest trails are hard-surface. source
Pets
Dogs on leashes are welcome on the outdoor trails. ADA service animals are welcome in the museum. source
Hours
Mon & Wed 11am–6pm · Thu & Fri 11am–8pm · Sat & Sun 10am–6pm · Tue closed. The lobby opens at 10am, and galleries open at 11am on weekdays. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. source
Good to know
General admission is free. Temporary exhibitions are ticketed, but members, veterans, anyone 25 and under, and SNAP recipients get in free. Trails and grounds are open sunrise to sunset. source

From Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art's own pages, checked September 29, 2026. Rules change show to show; the ticket page for your event is the final word.

Hours, prices & what's here

Visiting

Address
600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712
Phone
Guest Services (479) 657-2335
Gallery hours
Mon & Wed 11 AM–6 PM · Thu & Fri 11 AM–8 PM · Sat & Sun 10 AM–6 PM · closed Tuesdays, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Grounds & trails
Daily, sunrise to sunset (Tuesdays too)
Price
Free: general admission is sponsored by Walmart and the permanent collection costs nothing. Some temporary shows are ticketed.
Parking
Free in the attached Museum Parking garage (ADA spaces on the lower level), or Campus Parking on Museum Way off J Street (7-ft clearance) with a shuttle to the entrance

On view, fall 2026

Keith Haring in 3D
Through Jan 25, 2027. $15; free for members, veterans, SNAP participants and anyone 25 and under. Timed tickets.
Grandma Moses: A Good Day's Work
Sep 12, 2026 – Mar 29, 2027. $15 (one ticket covers Moses and Haring), same free groups
Nature Adorned (Tiffany & Co.)
Oct 9, 2026 – Mar 29, 2027. Free, no ticket
Frank Lloyd Wright house
The Bachman-Wilson House: free self-guided visits (audio tour in English and Spanish) during gallery hours; guided 1-hour tours $12, free for 18 and under. No photos inside.

Trails & food

From downtown
The 1-mile Crystal Bridges Trail runs from downtown Bentonville (NE 3rd St to NE A St) to the museum's Art Trail
Trails
North Forest Trail 1.4-mile loop, Tulip Tree 0.75 mi, Orchard 0.5 mi, Art Trail 0.5 mi. Bikes OK on the hard-surface trails, not on Crystal Spring or Tulip Tree.
Eleven
Lunch Wed–Mon 11 AM–2:30 PM, no reservations
Coffee
Coffee Bar (Onyx beans) during museum hours, by the main lobby

Hours, admission, parking, exhibitions, trails and dining from Crystal Bridges' own pages (exhibition prices from each show's page). Checked October 8, 2026; schedules change, and the venue's own schedule is the final word.

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Good to know

Is Crystal Bridges free?

Yes. General admission is sponsored by Walmart and the permanent collection galleries are free. Some temporary exhibitions, like Keith Haring in 3D and Grandma Moses ($15 together), are ticketed.

What day is Crystal Bridges closed?

Tuesdays, plus Thanksgiving and Christmas. The grounds and trails stay open sunrise to sunset every day.

Is parking free at Crystal Bridges?

Yes, in the attached Museum Parking garage, or at Campus Parking on Museum Way with a shuttle to the entrance.

Can you walk to Crystal Bridges from downtown Bentonville?

Yes. The 1-mile Crystal Bridges Trail connects downtown (NE 3rd St to NE A St) to the Art Trail and the museum.

Can you tour the Frank Lloyd Wright house?

Yes. Self-guided visits are free during gallery hours; guided tours are $12 plus tax, free for members and anyone 18 and under.

Where do you eat at Crystal Bridges?

Eleven serves lunch Wednesday through Monday, 11 AM–2:30 PM, and the Coffee Bar is open during museum hours.

Where do you park for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art?

Free parking in the attached Museum Parking garage (upper and lower levels; follow the signs on Museum Way), with a 7-ft clearance. There are more campus lots on Museum Way, and RVs and oversize vehicles are welcome in designated areas. A drop-off area by the ADA-accessible front entrance (next to the sculpture 'Yield') is for loading only. A visitor shuttle runs during museum hours between the Campus Parking Plaza and the main entrance.

What are Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art's hours?

Mon & Wed 11am–6pm · Thu & Fri 11am–8pm · Sat & Sun 10am–6pm · Tue closed. The lobby opens at 10am, and galleries open at 11am on weekdays. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Does Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art serve food and drinks?

Eleven restaurant (Wed–Mon 11am–2:30pm, no reservations required). A café in the new expansion and a coffee bar with grab-and-go (both open during museum hours). The Plaza Café in the Campus Parking Plaza (Wed–Mon 12–5pm, serves alcohol). The Heartland Cafe (Mon–Fri 7:30am–3pm).

Can I bring my dog to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art?

Dogs on leashes are welcome on the outdoor trails. ADA service animals are welcome in the museum.

Where is Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art?

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is at 600 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712.

What's coming up at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art?

Next up: Start With Art (Ages 0-5) | Weather Wonders (Wed, Oct 28, 10:30 AM); Voce Presents Valkyries and Voices (Wed, Oct 28); Studio Class | Ceramic Pumpkins (Thu, Oct 29, 6:00 PM). 21 events are on the calendar in all — the full schedule is on this page and updates nightly.

How many events does Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art have scheduled?

21 verified upcoming events as of October 28, 2026. Every listing is checked against the venue's own calendar before it appears.

What kind of events does Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art host?

Mostly Arts & Culture, Family & Kids and Outdoor & Active, based on what's been listed here.

How do I get tickets for events at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art?

Each event page links to the venue's own ticket seller, and crystalbridges.org lists the venue's own box office details. NWA Today never sells tickets.

Can I bring my own caterer to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art?

Catering is in-house, per the venue's site.

Is alcohol allowed at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art?

Yes. The venue has a full bar.

How do I book Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art?

Directly with the venue: crystalbridges.org or (479) 418-5700.

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