Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

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The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature.

06/03/2026

Three talented teams. Two states. One timeless masterpiece.

It takes a village to conserve and relocate a work as fragile and layered as “Mountain Landscape (Root Memorial Window).” Constructed in 1917 by Tiffany Studios, this stunning stained-glass window was designed by Agnes F. Northrop. Northrop crafted this work with natural lighting in mind. From warm sunrises to cool twilight hues, each time of day provides a new experience.

As Windgate Curator of Craft Jen Padgett says here, the relocation of this window from San Antonio to Bentonville took the combined efforts of Nzilani Glass Conservation, Sunset Ridge Church and Collective, and the team at Crystal Bridges. 

Now at home in our newly reimagined Visions of America Galleries, you can experience this masterpiece for yourself on your next visit—or catch it during our Opening Celebration for our expansion on June 6th and 7th!

05/28/2026

Bold. Unabashed. Colorful and critical.

This is “The Enforcer” by Jeffrey Gibson. Follow along as we unbox a work that packs a truly powerful punch. 
 
After being selected to represent the United States at the 2024 Venice Biennale, Mississippi Choctaw and Cherokee artist Jeffrey Gibson researched the country’s founding documents, constitutional amendments, and prominent social movements to inform this physical exploration of American ideals. 
 
With beads, ribbons, and a commanding ceramic form, “The Enforcer” pulls together Indigenous traditions, political history, and q***r culture to create a vibrant reflection on the ideals of American democracy—and just how far we are from fully reaching them.
 
A striking presence, this sculpture is difficult to miss. And layered with complexity, it demands a closer look. You can find “The Enforcer” on view in our permanent collection on June 6th, along with hundreds of other works featured in our expansion.

Your weekend lineup: beautiful spaces, big ideas, and immersive sounds. Join us at Crystal Bridges! Fri, May 29 | 10:30 ...
05/27/2026

Your weekend lineup: beautiful spaces, big ideas, and immersive sounds. Join us at Crystal Bridges!
 
Fri, May 29 | 10:30 AM
Drop-in Architecture Tour: Heartland Whole Health Institute
 
Fri, May 29 | 4 - 5 PM
By Design: A Conversation on the Crystal Bridges Expansion (SOLD OUT!)
 
Sun, May 31 | 7:30 - 9 PM
Deep Listening Club | Matt Martin and modCV

05/27/2026

We’ve unboxed something big—monumental, even. 
 
Nicholas Galanin crafted this towering sculpture from fragments of found imitation totems. He cut down and reassembled them into a powerful, disjointed monument that’s impossible to ignore. Cast in bronze, a material long used for historic monuments, this piece pushes back against ideas of who has typically been memorialized in American history. Here, Galanin explores what’s been broken, what remains, and how we rebuild. 
 
You can experience “I think it goes like this (memory and interference)” on view in our newly reimagined Visions of America gallery today!

May is National Mental Health Month 💚 🖼️At Crystal Bridges, we work hard to create spaces that remind our visitors to fi...
05/22/2026

May is National Mental Health Month 💚 🖼️

At Crystal Bridges, we work hard to create spaces that remind our visitors to find moments of peace, an effort inspired by our dedication to mental and personal wellness. During your next visit, slow down and find relaxation in the calming sounds of a nearby creek as you observe our new Tiffany Window. Seek inspiration as you sit alongside our vibrant Matsuyama, and finish your visit by enjoying some fresh air as you stroll along our beautiful trails.

Calm your senses by making a trip to Crystal Bridges.

Credits:
Tomokazu Matsuyama, "You, One Me Erase", 2023, Acrylic and mixed media on canvas, Overall: 108 in. × 265 in. × 2 in., Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas, 2024.15
Tomokazu Matsuyama, "You, One Me Erase" (detail), 2023
Agnes Northrop, "Mountain Landscape (Root Memorial Window)", 1917, Leaded glass, lead came, and copper foil, 110 × 93 in., Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas
Agnes Northrop, "Mountain Landscape (Root Memorial Window)" (detail), 1917

Opening June 6, the Hub is Crystal Bridges’ new state-of-the-art creative space where art, creativity, and community com...
05/21/2026

Opening June 6, the Hub is Crystal Bridges’ new state-of-the-art creative space where art, creativity, and community come together. Featuring studios for ceramics, metalworking, digital artmaking, and more, the Hub invites visitors of all ages to make, learn and connect.

Swipe to learn more about the Hub ➡️
We invite you to come experience the Hub during our expansion opening celebration!

Summer Break is basically here. Have you signed up for Crystal Bridges summer camps yet?! We still have openings, but sp...
05/13/2026

Summer Break is basically here. Have you signed up for Crystal Bridges summer camps yet?! We still have openings, but spots are limited.

Get ready for a summer of creative adventures — register now before camps fill up! ☀️ 🖼️ 🎨 💭

Crystal Bridges has two great nights coming up with cocktails, live music, and swing dancing. May 14 — Cocktail Tour: A ...
05/11/2026

Crystal Bridges has two great nights coming up with cocktails, live music, and swing dancing.
 
May 14 — Cocktail Tour: A Night with Frank Lloyd Wright.
6 PM to 7:30 PM. 21+ event. This event is sold out.
 
May 15 — Social Dance: Swing Dance in the Great Hall.
7 PM to 11 PM. Tickets available at the link in bio.

05/07/2026

Peter Shire's teapots are a piece of work. Literally.

As Windgate Curator of Craft Jen Padgett notes, Shire viewed the teapot as the ultimate pottery challenge. He approached this obstacle with a sense of playfulness, reimagining spouts and handles in fantastic yet functional ways.

A born-and-raised Californian, Shire’s career defies traditional labels and categorization. With a catalogue of work ranging from paintings and furniture to sculptures and ceramics, Shire’s signature pieces have become these whimsical teapots.

You can take a closer look at these works and hundreds of others in our new galleries on June 6th and 7th during the opening celebration weekend.

There’s a lot of events this week for you at Crystal Bridges! Thursday, May 7Gallery Performance: Dear Heartsey: The Let...
05/06/2026

There’s a lot of events this week for you at Crystal Bridges!

Thursday, May 7
Gallery Performance: Dear Heartsey: The Letters of Abigaill Levy-Franks
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Experience a powerful live performance bringing historical letters to life in the galleries.
Credit: Gerardus Duyckinck I, Mrs. Jacob Franks (Abigaill Levy), ca. 1935

Friday, May 8
Studio Social: Let’s Get Metal
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Get creative in this hands-on studio session exploring metal art techniques.

Saturday, May 9
Second Saturday: Celebrating AAPI Heritage
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Enjoy a full day of art, performances, and activities celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage.

Saturday, May 9 – Sunday, May 10
Regional Artist Showcase: Environmental Art with Eloa Jane
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Meet a regional artist and explore creative works inspired by the environment.

Saturday, May 9
Building Bridges: A Conversation with Justice Amy Coney Barrett
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Join a thought-provoking discussion with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett. Tickets are available at the link in bio!

Sunday, May 11
Mother’s Day Brunch
Seating at 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 1 PM
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special brunch experience at the museum. This event is sold out.

Address

600 Museum Way
Bentonville, AR
72712

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

(479)4185700

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