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“One of the most fantastic museums anywhere in America.” 

–CNN 
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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

Free Fall: Luminary Lantern Workshop & Free after hours admission!
Thursday
10/24/24, 9:00 PM

Free Fall: Luminary Lantern Workshop & Free after hours admission!

Creating Art, Creating Change: Art as a Tool for Healing Communities
Friday
11/15/24, 12:00 AM

Creating Art, Creating Change: Art as a Tool for Healing Communities

Winter Solstice Yoga
Thursday
12/19/24, 11:00 PM

Winter Solstice Yoga

FREE: Educator Open House
Tuesday
10/29/24, 8:30 PM

FREE: Educator Open House

Sugar Cookie Decorating Class
Saturday
11/30/24, 4:00 PM

Sugar Cookie Decorating Class

Stepping Stone Mosaic with Ali Mirsky
Saturday
11/9/24, 4:00 PM

Stepping Stone Mosaic with Ali Mirsky

Sock Creature Saturday  2024
Saturday
12/7/24, 2:00 PM

Sock Creature Saturday 2024

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

–Hobart Brown

In Memorium


Geraldine O'Riley Lloyd (1943–2024), Visionary Artist
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