American Visionary Art Museum
4.7(2,970)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2970 reviews Baltimore, MD
About American Visionary Art Museum
The American Visionary Art Museum offers a unique exploration of self-taught art, emphasizing creativity and personal expression. It features interactive and engaging exhibits, making it a great destination for families looking to inspire their children's artistic appreciation.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for an educational yet fun outing.Art enthusiasts wanting to explore unique and unconventional art forms.Children aged 5-12 will enjoy the interactive and visual aspects of the exhibits.Teens may appreciate the deeper themes and personal stories behind the artworks.
Why families love it
- Free entry to the gift shop, which offers fairly priced, artist-curated items.
- Two buildings with diverse art forms including mixed media and kinetic art.
- Interactive exhibits, such as a balcony resembling a bird's nest and moving sculptures.
- Detailed information about each art piece and artist, enhancing educational value.
- The outdoor sculpture garden connecting the two buildings.
- Attention to detail in design, making the museum itself a work of art.
Insider tips
- Plan to spend at least 2 hours to fully explore both buildings.
- Bring a student ID for discounts.
- Consider visiting during off-peak hours to avoid crowds.
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during weekends or holidays when the museum may be more crowded.
- Some parents may find the museum's focus on unconventional art styles less appealing for younger children.
- Limited food options within the museum; parents may need to plan for meals elsewhere.
- Crowds
- Can get busy during weekends and holidays; visiting on weekdays is recommended.
- Value
- General admission is affordable, with discounts available for students and AAA members. Parking across the street is validated for $10 for the afternoon, which is a good value compared to other nearby options.
- Food
- No food or drink allowed inside the museum; plan to eat at nearby restaurants.
- Accessibility
- The museum is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, with ramps and elevators available.
- Safety
- General safety measures in place, though specific details were not mentioned.
What parents say
"For starters you can go to their gift shop called the “side show” for free and support those artists. Normally gift shops are steep, but this one is not that way. Everything is priced really fairly and has been curated over many decades. I spent about 2hrs at the museum. The museum two buildings, the round mosaic building has 4 floors of art. When I was there it was mixed media. The second building (which you get to by walking through the outdoor sculpture garden) has kinetic art, which means it moves! It has three floors, the third one lets you go into this cool birds nest balcony. There is "
a week ago
"Explore Baltimore - American Visionary Art Museum 800 Key Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21230 Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM (410) 244-1900 JOHN CULVER Untitled Low Res.jpg What is Visionary Art? Like love, you know it when you see it. But here's the longer definition, straight out of our Mission Statement “Visionary art as defined for the purposes of the American Visionary Art Museum refers to art produced by self-taught individuals, usually without formal training, whose works arise from an innate personal vision that revels foremost in the creative act itself.” In short, visionary art begins by listenin"
a week ago
"My new favorite museum. Hilarious one moment, then deeply affecting in another. I wish I could visit again. Plus the most fascinating museum shop. Inspirational too in its insistence that anyone can express themselves artistically."
2 weeks ago
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