From the iconic masterpieces of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City to the gems of San Francisco's Asian Art Museum, explore the captivating world of American art as we take you on a journey through the art museums in the United States that you need to visit.
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The High Museum of Art in Atlanta is the Southeast's leading art museum, showcasing a vast collection of classic to contemporary works. Renowned for its diverse exhibits, it's a beacon for art enthusiasts. Through January, make sure to check out their current exhibit, A Long Arc: Photography and the American South since 1845.—Mary Peeples
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Paving the way for modern art museums across the nation, the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) presents modern art in all forms of media. Forecast Form: Art in the Caribbean Diaspora, 1990s-Today opened earlier this month and challenges conventional mindsets about the region. See work from other famous artists at the ICA, like Andy Warhol and Georges Braque. 25 Harbor Shore Drive, icaboston.org .—Roxanne Snowden
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Famous director John Hughes regularly spent his afternoons here to take inspiration from the thousands of works on display. The Art Institute of Chicago boasts art from some of the most famous artists of all time, including Vincent Van Gogh, Georges Seurat, Pablo Picasso and Rembrandt. Walk through the galleries and feel at peace as you take in one of the greatest collections in American history.—Doreen Abril Albuerne Rodriguez
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Conduit Gallery first opened its space to the Dallas art community in 1984. Today, the gallery continues to maintain its longstanding presence in the area that it has become well-known for, thanks to the talent of its 30 core artists who provide a sustained, rigorous list of exhibitions each year and the gallery’s dedication to both represented and unrepresented artists. Beloved by art novices and experts alike, Conduit Gallery runs two exhibitions simultaneously in addition to its Project Room, an in-house space reserved for works by young contemporary artists. Owner and director Nancy Whitenack and director and project room curator Danette Dufilho ensure the integrity and continued variety of works displayed at Conduit Gallery of contemporary art exhibitions, showcasing established rising stars from Texas and around the world. 1626 Hi Line Drive, Ste. C, Dallas, conduitgallery.com .—Ela Slathern
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The Amagansett Life-Saving and Coast Guard Station Society‘s mission is to preserve and tell the story of Amagansett Station, its surfers, and the fast-paced Life-Saving and early Coast Guard stations and watercraft of America. The museum celebrates all those who served at the Amagansett Station from 1902 to 1944 in order to educate future generations.
160 Atlantic Ave., Amagansett, 631.527.7317, amagansettlss.org.—Rachel Feinblatt
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Bishop Museum Founded in honor of Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop in the 19th century, this museum is Hawai‘i’s largest. It’s also a top-10 natural-sciences institution that houses multiple collections. Don’t miss the magnificently restored Hawaiian Hall and Pacific Hall. 1525 Bernice St., Honolulu, bishopmuseum.org.—Ela Slathern
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Founded in 1948, Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is an epicenter for all things art. Inside its iconic stainless steel building (which is nestled nicely in the heart of the Houston Museum District), guests are welcomed to roam two floors of gallery space. On top of six to eight exhibitions each year, the museum also hosts an array of lectures, educational programs, events and so much more.—Elisabeth Brigham
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Nestled amid the dazzling lights of the Strip, Arte Museum will open its doors in November 2023 to take Las Vegas to another dimension. Feast your eyes on an immersive media art showcase by D’strict. Embracing the theme eternal nature, this exhibition reimagines the natural world, transforming it into immersive media art experiences. Blending digital media technologies with creative visual expression, Arte Museum offers visitors an opportunity to explore nature beyond the confines of time and space.—Rachel Feinblatt
Moving pictures get the spotlight at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures—the world’s premier institution dedicated to the magic, art and science of movie-making. As one of the best museums in L.A., see art in all mediums. The ongoing exhibition, Stories of Cinema, spans three floors and offers an intriguing look inside the complex art of moviemaking. Academymuseum.org.—Hannah George
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New Yorker or not, you’ve probably heard of The Met. It’s hard to miss the grandiose museum sitting in Central Park with its red banners and iconic steps constantly graced by tourists and locals alike. If you’re feeling ambitious, we suggest setting aside a day to take a peek at all 30 exhibits. New York State residents and students in New York, New Jersey or Connecticut can pay by donation, making this a must-visit on our list.—Aishah French
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This historic art deco art building in Miami Beach exhibits contemporary art and artifacts while hosting film and lectures. With a focus on creating connections between international contemporary art and the museum’s audience, The Bass exhibition program features a wide range of media and artistic points. The museum offers various education programs for the community. Including artist talks and workshops. 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, Website.—Charlotte Trattner
The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana houses a world-class fine art collection situated in the heart of Orange County. Follow multilayered narratives across continents and cultures in each of the nine permanent exhibits available on the property. Bowers Museum’s current exhibition, The Power of Photography, highlights 70 curated prints from The Peter Fetterman Gallery that glimpse into the beauty and reminiscence of the past and is open through Jan. 14, 2024.—Hannah George
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Appreciate the works of African, Asian, Latin and European artists at The Barnes Foundation. This month’s new exhibit premiering Oct. 22—Marie Laurencin: Sapphic Paris—honors one of the most successful yet underrepresented artists of 1920s Paris. The museum operates Thursday through Monday and offers not only art collections but also educational classes and the Garden restaurant and Reflections Café. 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, barnesfoundation.org.—Roxanne Snowden
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The Asian Art Museum houses one of the most comprehensive collections of Asian art and culture in the world. Located in a Beaux Arts-style library building in the city’s cultural epicenter, it displays 18,000 treasures from Asia’s rich past and dynamic present. 200 Larkin St.—The Editors
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Experience the beauty of American Indian art at the Heard Museum, appreciated across the world for its outstanding exhibitions and collections. Partnering with artists and tribal communities to offer new perspectives through first-person accounts and vibrant pieces, the Heard provides a meaningful way to experience traditional and contemporary Native art.—The Editors
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This museum, which opened in 2014 and is free to the public, houses the collection of Harry W. and Mary Margaret Anderson, who went by the nicknames Hunk and Moo. The late collectors gave their trove, including Jackson Pollock’s “Lucifer” and Clyfford Still’s “1957-J No. 1” to the university, where a new edifice was built to show it all. Stanford University, 314 Lomita Drive, Stanford.—The Editors
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Delve into four centuries of American art at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, located in the heart of DC. During your fall visit, check out Composing Color: Paintings by Alma Thomas—an important figure in 20th-century American art who distinguished herself through her particular use of color. Guests can also explore through in-person tours, educational programs, artist video interviews and more. 8th and G St., NW, americanart.si.edu—Roxanne Snowden
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