Located in Arlington, Texas, the Arlington Museum of Art (AMA) is a dynamic, non-collecting art museum showcasing internationally renowned collections. Operating as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, the museum partners with private collectors and institutions worldwide to present historically significant, culturally important, and contemporary art exhibitions.
Following its 2024 relocation from downtown Main Street to the Arlington Expo Center in the city's lively Entertainment District, you will discover approximately 48,000 square feet of expansive exhibition space near Choctaw Stadium. When you visit, you can explore a broad scope of programming beyond traditional gallery walls.
The museum regularly hosts traveling exhibitions that have previously highlighted masterworks by Ansel Adams, Salvador Dalí, Pablo Picasso, Utagawa Hiroshige, Vivian Maier, and Keith Haring, alongside unique displays featuring film costumes and edible art sculptures. Beyond viewing the artwork, your visit offers opportunities to engage directly with creative culture through adult workshops, children's art-related classes, artist lectures, film screenings, and gallery talks designed for visitors of all ages.
What to see at Arlington Museum of Art
- Dynamic non-collecting museum featuring internationally renowned traveling exhibitions
- Located in the Entertainment District inside the Arlington Expo Center
- Diverse past displays ranging from Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí to iconic film costumes
- Rich community programming including adult workshops, lectures, film screenings, and kids' classes
Visiting tips
Check the museum's schedule before your visit to catch accompanying programming like gallery talks, lectures, or adult workshops.
How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Afternoon
How to get there & what’s nearby
Arlington Museum of Art is easy to reach on Arlington’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Six Flags Over Texas and National Medal of Honor Museum. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Arlington travel guide.
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