Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

A really great museum featuring eclectic art from the Americas.
There is a lengthy nature trail on the grounds,best seen from spring til fall.

Somehow the website said they were closed on Jan 1, but they weren't actually, We ended up finding this out on a whim while we were in town and we're a bit bummed as we would have loved to spend even more time there than we did. We also had tickets to the outside exhibit Light Forest and that was quite nice. The architecture here is brilliant. A truly hidden gem in Bentonville.

We only did the free sections, but that's most of the exhibits!! Beautiful architecture. The kids really enjoyed the outdoor sculpture gardens and hikes. It would be easy to spend 2 hours just exploring the outdoor gardens. I highly recommend a visit here if you're in the area.

OMG!! This place is so amazing. And I believe it's only been completed 10 yrs now. I'm not sure all the details on the finding, but I'm pretty sure Alice Walton was the driver and largest benefactor behind it. If you're interested in art or architecture, make the drive and check this place out. There are miles of trails to walk to view outdoor art as well. You won't be disappointed.

One of the best museums in the country if not the world - and as long as you don't touch anything, you can get VERY close to the art and REALLY see every last brush stroke. Some exhibits require paid tickets but the main museum and grounds are free of charge. If you get a chance to go, GO!!!

Some of the pieces I wanted to see were not on display. I wish there was a way to know this in advance. Still, we had a great visit and were so impressed by the expansive facilities and the scope of the collection.

The building and its setting were the best part of the whole thing. The displays were of different periods and types of American art. I can't give a 5 since there was way too much that we just don't understand. I appreciate art, but not a lot for me to appreciate. The museum is free of charge.

Wonderful museum with special exhibits. Admission is free, and there is plenty of parking. A top spot to see in the area

It was a different experience for me.
In the beginning it was looking like a water fall.
Than I saw a complex on the water.
When I go inside I saw a lot of exhibits around.
I will go there with my kids again.

One of the finest world class museums you’ll ever tour, beautifully interwoven with the gorgeous landscape in Bentonville Arkansas. Thanks to the Walton family, Arkansas has a museum envied around the country. The museum is absolutely spectacular and features periodic traveling shows. It has its own dining area in case you get hungry. The outdoor trails are especially nice to visit. If you bike, some of the best bike trails you’ll ever find are right there. There’s plenty of free parking. If you’re visiting Northwest Arkansas, give yourself a minimum of a half day to visit Crystal Bridges. You won’t be disappointed.