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“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.

Good Sports: The Wisdom & Fun of Fair Play
On View

Good Sports: The Wisdom & Fun of Fair Play

The Secret Within: The Art of Judith Scott
On View

The Secret Within: The Art of Judith Scott

Esther and the Dream of One Loving Human Family
On View

Esther and the Dream of One Loving Human Family

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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

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Upcoming events

Sat, Jun 28, 2025 | 5:30 PM - 12:00 AM

Join us for an extravaganza celebrating the intersection of sports, art, and activism with an evening of food, dancing, and fun at the American Visionary Art Museum!

AVAM's Play(ful) Ball Gala - Save the Date
Sold out! Spring Break Make and Take: Tiny Kinetic
Thursday
4/17/25, 5:00 PM

Sold out! Spring Break Make and Take: Tiny Kinetic

2025 Kinetic Volunteer Meeting  #2
Saturday
4/26/25, 2:00 PM

2025 Kinetic Volunteer Meeting #2

Sold out! Spring Break Make and Take: Paint in Reverse
Friday
4/18/25, 5:00 PM

Sold out! Spring Break Make and Take: Paint in Reverse

Outdoor Sculpture Tour on Saturday
Saturday
5/10/25, 3:00 PM

Outdoor Sculpture Tour on Saturday

Posters and Poetics Cypher: A National Poetry Month Celebration
Saturday
4/19/25, 5:00 PM

Posters and Poetics Cypher: A National Poetry Month Celebration

The Secret Within: Tour and Artmaking inspired by Artist Judith Scott 🧶
Saturday
5/31/25, 5:00 PM

The Secret Within: Tour and Artmaking inspired by Artist Judith Scott 🧶

Adults are obligated to have fun, so kids will want to grow older.” 

–Hobart Brown
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