Williamsburg, Virginia is known for its food, its history, and its people. However, it is also known for its artists and the collections of beautiful artwork. The art museums of Williamsburg, Virginia are a big hit with locals and tourists. Our museums not only hold some of the finest pieces in the region, they’re also ideal places to escape the heat as our summer continues. We have listed some of our favorite local art museums any art lover must see before leaving Williamsburg, Virginia!
MONDAY – SATURDAY 10:00AM – 6:00PM
SUNDAY 12:00PM – 6:00PM
This art gallery is located in the heart of Merchant’s Square in downtown historic Williamsburg. Tucked in an alley beside the Williams & Sonoma, this gallery may look small from the outside, but our guests agree, there is nothing small about this special place. You can expect to find the finest work from our local Williamsburg artists. Paintings, sculpture, folk art, and even metalwork are some of the mediums you’ll find represented. In addition, the local artists have been known to frequent the shop and love interacting with visitors. A gem in our town you don’t want to miss!
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MONDAY | Closed
TUESDAY – FRIDAY | 10 AM – 5 PM
SATURDAY – SUNDAY | Noon – 4 PM
Admission: $10.00
(Free to Members, W&M College Students, Faculty and Staff, Children under twelve)
Right across from the historic downtown area, located on the College of William & Mary campus, you will find the Muscarelle Museum of Art. The visitors of this museum all agree that the exhibits, which change seasonally, are world class. However, the exhibits are just one part of the museums overall success. The university has taken great care to arrange professional tours, lectures, musical performances, festivals, and charity auctions. The current exhibits are up until August 21st.
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DAILY | 10:00AM – 7:00PM
The museums of Colonial Williamsburg include two different buildings, the DeWitt Decorative Art Museum and the The Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum. The DeWitt Museum includes pieces of artwork you would probably find in homes from 1600-1850, such as pottery, furniture, and paintings. The Folk Art Museum includes historic pieces of jewelry, musical instruments, and a quilt exhibit visitors always come in talking about. Admission to these museums is included with the price of Colonial Williamsburg tickets, however most people don’t take advantage of them or give them enough time. Each one could easily take half day to explore!
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