“One of the most fantastic museums anywhere in America.”
–CNN
AVAM specializes in original thematic exhibitions that seamlessly combine art, science, philosophy, humor and especially social justice and betterment.
farmer/artist VOLLIS SIMPSON
“I had a lotta junk and I had
to do something with it.”
ONGOING
Permanent Collection
America’s official
national museum,
education center,
and repository
for self-taught and intuitive artistry
Upcoming events
- Thu, Mar 11Online
- Sat, Mar 20OnlineMar 20, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDTOnlineLet's make sassy succulents together, in time for spring! All ages welcome. Plant kits available for local pick up. Or, gather your own supplies with our supply list. Then, join us online as we make together. This event is inspired by our current exhibition "The Secret Life of Earth."
- Sun, Apr 11Online
- Sat, May 01OnlineMay 01, 11:00 AM EDTOnlineThe Kinetic Sculpture Race is model perfect this year. Watch as miniature model “Dream Machine” 3D artful sculptures made by members of the public like YOU, compete over miniature land, sea, mud and sand. This page is for spectators. To enter a model, see https://www.avam.org/kinetic-sculpture-race
- Sat, Nov 20American Visionary Art Museum
Kinetic Sculpture Race founder
HOBART BROWN
Kinetic Sculpture Race
