Hey, Friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, we’re traveling to the “Natural State” – Arkansas. This was my first visit to Arkansas and I saw a lot of neat stuff.
My first stop was the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and there was so much to do and see! The campus is massive so make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. There are so many galleries full of art, trails to walk or bike outside, a café for food, a library, and a gift shop. Give yourself plenty of time to take it all in!
TRAVEL TIP: Parking can be an issue. I literally circled the lot for like 45 minutes before I was able to park. There was a parking garage at the front of the entrance where you could park and ride a shuttle down to the museum, but I didn’t want to do that. So, factor time in for parking if you drive.
History
The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art was founded by Alice Walton. She is the daughter of Walmart’s Founder, Sam Walton. The museum is named for a natural spring and the bridge incorporated into the construction.
The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art was building was designed by Moshe Safdie. The museum opened on November 11, 2011. Admission is free and funded by an endowment.
The collection covers five centuries of American art! It’s truly a neat collection. You can see contemporary art alongside masterpieces from the past.
Photos
I love Frederic Remington’s work and was walking through the galleries when I spotted the painting below across the room. I was so excited to see a Remington in the collection!
Trails
There are five miles of trails at the Crystal Bridges. When I visited, people were walking and biking the trails. There are different pieces of art along the pathes.
Visit
600 Museum Way
Bentonville, AR 72712
Sources
“About.” Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
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