How to Visit the North Carolina Museum of Art

The North Carolina Museum of Art, located on the west side of Raleigh at 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., is home to more than 5,000 works of art. Opened in 1956, the museum is noted for its Rodin sculpture collection and its European paintings. This is an arts gem of the Southeast so plan a visit soon.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. View the museum's permanent collection. The permanent collection includes works of ranging from ancient Egyptian sculptures to contemporary works. Highlights include the 22 statues by the French sculptor, Auguste Rodin, as well as the assortment of paintings by European masters, such as Rubens, Monet, Raphael and Van Dyck.
2. Take a guided tour. The North Carolina Museum of Art offers guided tours each afternoon, led by museum docents. Topics change regularly. The tours meet in the lobby and are free to all.
3. Examine a temporary exhibit. In addition to the permanent collection, the North Carolina Museum of Art frequently hosts traveling exhibits that augment its works. Among the most recent shows are "Monet in Normandy, "Matisse, Picasso, and the School of Paris" and "Art in the Age of Rubens and Rembrandt." An admission fee is charged for most temporary exhibitions.
4. Explore Museum Park. Located adjacent to the museum, Museum Park is a 164-acre green space of woodlands, streams and trails—all dotted with environmental public art. Once the site of a (now relocated) state prison, the land is used for festivals, concerts and other special events. Admission is free.
5. Plan the time of your visit. The North Carolina Museum of Art is open Tuesdays through Sundays, except for Thanksgiving, Independence Day and Christmas Day. Hours vary. Admission to the permanent collection is free.

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