Visionary Art

American Visionary Art Museum    

www.avam.org
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The nation's museum for self-taught, intuitive artistry. Three historic buildings house wonders created by farmers, housewives, mechanics, the disabled, the homeless, as well as the …
The nation's museum for self-taught, intuitive artistry. Three historic buildings house wonders created by farmers, housewives, mechanics, the disabled, the homeless, as well as the occasional neurosurgeon—all inspired by the fire within. From toothbrushes to bottle caps, tattoos to toothpicks, ‘the visionary’ transforms dreams, loss, hopes, and ideals into powerful works of art. Named "Best Museum in Maryland" in USA Today and "a temple of outsider art" by the New York Times.

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Sep 30, 2024
This is a must do in Baltimore! It was inexpensive (only $10 for an adult) and simply incredible. The variety of artwork and styles was incredible. The playfulness and bright colors of the space and … Full review by elysec2018
Aug 3, 2024
A friend of my daughter recommended visiting this museum during a visit to Baltimore and it was a terrific choice. My two grandkids - ages 9 and 10 - found it interesting and all of us enjoyed the cr… Full review by sfgranny
Jul 8, 2024
What a unique and amazing place! I love a good art museum and this one stands out. It balances very well the quirky/funky side of art, while also showcasing more serious message art. It's not huge,… Full review by Garrett S
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Preservation and Display of Outsider Art
The American Visionary Art Museum is an art museum located in Baltimore, Maryland's Federal Hill neighborhood at 800 Key Highwa…
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The American Visionary Art Museum, or AVAM, is an art museum that specializes in outsider art. The permanent collection has about 4,000 pie…
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The American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) is an art museum located in the Federal Hill neighborhood at 800 Key Highway in Baltimor…
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'Visionary Art' is a term used to describe art that is created by people who use ordinary media to express their own intensely personal ideas ab…
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Facts

Established:November 24, 1995
Located:Baltimore, Maryland, US
Visitors:Over 100,000 annually
Director:Rebecca Alban Hoffberger
Type:Art museum

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I have a 3 and 6 year old - will they find it interesting? Are there kid directed activities? They love science museums but …
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I have a 3 and 6 year old - will they find it interesting? Are there kid directed activities? They love science museums but their attentions spam isn’t the longest.
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I did not see anything specifically kid directed but I do think that this is a good museum for kids because the offerings are so visually interesting and everything has a story.
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I have a 3 and 6 year old - will they find it interesting? Are there kid directed activities? They love science museums but …
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I have a 3 and 6 year old - will they find it interesting? Are there kid directed activities? They love science museums but their attentions spam isn’t the longest.
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ok so I would call first. I initially said YES because my son was very much into such things at a young age and the museum often has sock puppet work shops etc. so you may want …
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ok so I would call first. I initially said YES because my son was very much into such things at a young age and the museum often has sock puppet work shops etc. so you may want to schedule a visit when it is geared specifically for little ones.
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Do they allow strollers?
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Yes, they allow strollers.
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Is it wheelchair accessible?
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yes, there are ramps and elevators.
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It is an ideal place for school trips
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No luggage or food is allowed in the museum
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Photography is not allowed in the museum
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No visit to the charming city would be complete without checking out the american visionary art museum
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Visitors to the museum can see museum exhibits, attend events at the museum, and access museum educational programs
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The easiest way to access the american visionary art museum is by walking south along baltimore's inner harbor to federal hill
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The gift shop is a great place for one-of-a-kind items
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The museum has no staff curators, preferring to use guest curators for its shows
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The museum hosts lots of fun events, like free outdoor movies and the kinetic sculpture race
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The one-of-a-kind american visionary art museum is located on a 1.1 acre wonderland campus at 800 key highway
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Reading the short bios of artists will give you insight to their often-moving spiritual and expressive motivations
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And remember to exit through the gift shop, which houses a display almost as captivating as the museum itself
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Operation hours: tuesday – sunday 10 am – 6 pm
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Children under six years of age are free
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The museum specializes in the preservation and display of outsider art
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Stop by the sideshow shop for gag gifts, party masks
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Our venue is easily accessible by foot (a 15 minute walk from the Convention Center) or by water transport (Water Taxi or Harbor Shuttle) a
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Their gift shop has some pretty groovy things for kids of all ages, too
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Inside, you'll find works made from toothpicks and a figure carved from an applewood tree
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