Renowned collection ranging from Rockwell to Warhol in a striking structure set on 120 lush acres.
American art and exhibitions. Stunning architecture. 120 acres of Ozark nature. General admission is always free.
Although Northwestern Arkansas may seem an unlikely place for a world class art museum, Bentonville is a required stop for all art aficionados. Thanks to the efforts of local philanthropists coupled with a generous corporate sponsorship, Bentonville now boasts a thriving arts community. Add in a hip boutique hotel and you have all the ingredients for a cool cultural getaway. And because of the layout of the downtown area, and the access features at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, it’s also an excellent choice for wheelchair-users and slow walkers.
Crystal Bridges is committed to making the museum accessible for all visitors. Please note that our efforts to make our website, programs, and museum more accessible are ongoing.
The museum takes its name from a nearby natural spring and the bridges incorporated into the design of the building. In fact, the building itself is a work of art; as it features a series of pavilions surrounded by two ponds, which serves to unite nature with art.
Access wasn’t overlooked in the building design either, as there’s a drop-off area in front of the building, with level access to the entrance. Accessible parking is available in the lower garage, with elevator access to the lobby. Inside you’ll find plenty of space throughout the galleries, accessible restrooms, and wheelchairs for loan at the front desk.
The museum’s permanent collection features over 400 American masterworks, from colonial times to the present day. From Charles Wilson Peale’s George Washington, to Norman Rockwell’s iconic Rosie the Riveter, and Andy Warhol’s Dolly Parton, variety is the key word at the museum.
Outside there is an extensive network of trails and a sculpture garden. The half-mile Art Trail is a good choice for slow walkers and wheelchair-users, as it features a hard surface with minimal elevation gains. It begins at the south lobby and passes by the amphitheater and numerous sculptures along the way. And the Crystal Bridges App even features an accessible tour of the grounds. Truly they thought of everything in the access department.
Mobility
All interior spaces of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art—including galleries, classrooms, meeting rooms, restaurant, Museum Store, library, and lobby—are fully wheelchair accessible. The parking garage offers accessible parking on the lower level.
Wheelchair and family-accessible restrooms and elevators are located throughout the museum.
Wheelchairs and walkers are available on a first-come, first-served basis at no cost and are located at Guest Services in the main lobby, in the elevator towers, and in the lower lobby checkroom. Personal wheelchairs, canes with rubber tips, and motorized mobility devices are also permitted in the museum.
The Orchard Trail, Art Trail and North Forest Trail are all hard-surface trails. See the Crystal Bridges app for accessible tours of our grounds.
Museum Accommodations
Crystal Bridges offers a number of on-site accommodations for guests with disabilities in order to assure an enjoyable and engaging experience at the museum.
