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The Clark Our 140-acre campus hosts an art museum, library, and research center where inspiration abounds.
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Surrounded by 140 acres of meadows, woodlands, and mountain vistas, the Clark is one of the world’s most loved and respected art museums. Renowned for its intimate galleries and outstanding collection, it is both an art museum and a center for research and higher education in the visual arts. The Clark's campus includes the Clark Center, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Tadao Ando; the expanded and renovated Museum Building and Manton Research Center, reconceived by Selldorf Architects; and a redesign of its campus by Reed Hilderbrand Landscape Architecture. The Clark library, open to the public with more than 285,000 volumes in its collection, it is one of the nation’s premier art history libraries. The Institute also houses and co-sponsors the Williams College Graduate Program in the History of Art.

Swipe through to find your look, then join us at the Clark this Saturday dressed as a work of art from our collection an...
10/26/2026

Swipe through to find your look, then join us at the Clark this Saturday dressed as a work of art from our collection and enjoy FREE museum admission!

Get creative, put on your costume, and make a day of it at the Clark. We can’t wait to see what you come up with!

Step into an Autumn afternoon with George Inness. A horizontal line of trees separates the hazy background from the fore...
10/25/2026

Step into an Autumn afternoon with George Inness. A horizontal line of trees separates the hazy background from the foreground, where a woman and child gather firewood. Delicate touches of color suggest the season, while the soft, misty atmosphere gives the image a sense of stillness and peace.

Image: George Inness, Wood Gatherers: An Autumn Afternoon, 1891, oil on canvas. The Clark, 1955.9

Trick or treat at the Clark any time between 10 am–5 pm and pick up a free art mystery box from the Clark Center admissi...
10/23/2026

Trick or treat at the Clark any time between 10 am–5 pm and pick up a free art mystery box from the Clark Center admissions desk. That’s not all, dress up like a work of art in the collection to receive free admission to the museum. Then, costumed or not, join a 2 pm “ghost” tour to explore artworks with shadowy and supernatural subjects. Details: events.clarkart.edu

A little morning magic, courtesy of the sunrise over Stone Hill.
10/21/2026

A little morning magic, courtesy of the sunrise over Stone Hill.

At the Clark, the artists aren’t only on the walls, but also on staff...If you’ve ever wondered who makes up the museum ...
10/20/2026

At the Clark, the artists aren’t only on the walls, but also on staff...

If you’ve ever wondered who makes up the museum community, you'd be surprised to learn just how much creativity exists behind the scenes! At the Clark, artistry extends beyond the galleries. You might recognize Doug Holst, one of the friendly faces on our security team, in the latest issue of the Artful Mind. We’re always encouraging our community to make the world a little more art-ful, and Doug is doing just that!

10/18/2026

Step outside and discover the beauty of nature on our trails. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful stroll or an adventure, there’s no better time to get outside and explore!

Clark Collage Club is back this Wednesday! Drop in anytime between 6–8 pm to make your own collage, explore an array of ...
10/17/2026

Clark Collage Club is back this Wednesday! Drop in anytime between 6–8 pm to make your own collage, explore an array of materials, and create alongside a community of fellow collage-makers. To celebrate the first meeting of the season, blank journals will also be available to decorate and use as collage notebooks, so you can keep adding to them at future sessions. Open to beginners, experienced artists, and everyone in between!

All materials provided. Recommended for ages 16+. Details: events.clarkart.edu

The Clark is proud to celebrate Esther Bell, Hardymon Director, as one of the 100 Femmes de Culture 2026, Getty Edition....
10/13/2026

The Clark is proud to celebrate Esther Bell, Hardymon Director, as one of the 100 Femmes de Culture 2026, Getty Edition. Presented under the patronage of the French Ministry of Culture, this honor recognizes women making a meaningful impact on culture on both sides of the Atlantic.

The ceremony took place on October 12 at the Palais de Tokyo, hosted by Varda, with E. Fleming, honorary president of the jury and president of the . Paul Getty Trust, and jury members Barbizet Diop Brennan Franck Biessy -Christine Saragosse de Montaigne -Claire Legendre.

Co-organised with the . Paul Getty Trust and Albertine, this edition marks 250 years of French-American friendship.

Grab a pencil and come draw with us! ✏️The Clark is changing, and you’re invited to capture it as it happens. Join us th...
10/13/2026

Grab a pencil and come draw with us! ✏️

The Clark is changing, and you’re invited to capture it as it happens. Join us this Friday for the first session of Artists at Work: Drawing Construction, a new series inviting artists of all experience levels to sketch the evolving Tavitian wing construction project.

For this first session, we’ll head outdoors to draw en plein air and document the buildings and grounds as they look today. No art degree or drawing experience needed, just bring your curiosity!

Free. No registration required, all materials provided. Held rain or shine; extreme weather cancels. Details: events.clarkart.edu

Address

225 South Street
Williamstown, MA
01267

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+14134582303

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