Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Art museum · Bentonville, Arkansas

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Overview

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a major museum of American art set in a wooded ravine in Bentonville. General admission is free.

History

The museum was founded by Alice Walton and opened in 2011 in buildings designed by architect Moshe Safdie.

Today

The museum and its trails draw visitors from across the country and have helped make Bentonville a cultural destination.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.