Walker Art Center
Walker Art Center
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Internationally recognized as a leading arts venue, the Walker Art Center presents contemporary visual arts and design exhibitions; dance, theater, and music performances; and film screenings. The Walker hosts lectures, classes, and events for visitors of all ages with many of today’s leading figures from the worlds of art and culture.
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Raterpillar
14 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
The art exhibits were wonderful. But visitors should take time to notice the beauty of the design of the building itself. The sight lines; the natural lighting, the polished white stone walls, the landscaping. A delightful place to visit.
Written August 31, 2020
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joaniemaria
Eldridge, IA4,608 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
We visited on Thursday evening during the free hours. You will need to reserve a time for entry through the website. I was especially interested in the David Hockney exhibit being shown at this time. It was very well done.There is an attached parking garage which is convenient. We stayed about 1 1/2 hours. The Walker is an attractive building. I would like to return during warmer months to visit the outdoor sculpture garden. I would also be interested in eating at the cafe.
Written April 16, 2022
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EmptyNestExpat
Chicago, IL29 contributions
Jul 2023
I went with my family to the Walker Art Museum to see the Pacita Abad special exhibit. It was so fantastic! My grown children did not predict that they would find museums interesting, and they LOVED this exhibit, just as I did.
What an exciting, thrilling, imaginative woman Pacita Abad was! I loved her ability to make the viewer see the world in the colorful way she did. She was such a showman too (showing up at her ocean exhibition in scuba gear). My family had fun asking each other to guess which mural in her continent series represented which continent. The Pacita Abad show is at the museum until September 3, 2023.
This was my first-ever visit to the Walker. I found it very accessible by bus as a tourist. The entrance wasn't obvious, nor was the wayfinding in the museum, but maybe that was because it was my first time there. I also thought the gift shop was astonishingly small. That must be temporary. Maybe they are renovating gift shop space.
When an art museum teaches you about an artist new to you, it brings the best-ever sense of discovery. I feel grateful for it years afterwards. Congratulations to everyone who has contributed to the success of this museum - especially the curators!
What an exciting, thrilling, imaginative woman Pacita Abad was! I loved her ability to make the viewer see the world in the colorful way she did. She was such a showman too (showing up at her ocean exhibition in scuba gear). My family had fun asking each other to guess which mural in her continent series represented which continent. The Pacita Abad show is at the museum until September 3, 2023.
This was my first-ever visit to the Walker. I found it very accessible by bus as a tourist. The entrance wasn't obvious, nor was the wayfinding in the museum, but maybe that was because it was my first time there. I also thought the gift shop was astonishingly small. That must be temporary. Maybe they are renovating gift shop space.
When an art museum teaches you about an artist new to you, it brings the best-ever sense of discovery. I feel grateful for it years afterwards. Congratulations to everyone who has contributed to the success of this museum - especially the curators!
Written July 7, 2023
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Savannah N
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Jan 2021 • Couples
Much more fun than I expected! I have never been to an art gallery and I really liked it. Some parts were boring and we went quite fast but others were incredible and worth a lot of time. Accidentally went on a free day (first Saturday of the month) so will have to go back to support them financially and see the new exhibits.
Written August 2, 2021
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jon s
Cleveland, OH1,353 contributions
Apr 2021
i am about the least knowledgeable art person one can find - however my son is a bit of an expert. he brought us here and i must say i really enjoyed myself. fascinating and thought provoking pieces of art to view. very nice building, grounds and staff. worth a visit
Written April 7, 2021
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Leza H
London, UK665 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Our visit luckily coincided with a wonderful David Hockney exhibition which included items such as his ‘fax art’ which is never seen before. His iPad paintings are stunning. The gallery is well lit and well laid out. It’s not particularly large so our visit lasted less than an hour. Worth visiting.
Written June 6, 2022
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Foodange
Manchester, UK3,896 contributions
Jul 2022
Slightly confusing when you walk in from the underground car park. We worked out the easiest way was to get the elevator to the top floor then walk down through the galleries, going outside on the terrace to look out over the sculpture garden on one floor.
Then very easy to navigate with a good map.
There are some lovely displays, including some Pop Art and we especially enjoyed Liz Larner’s artwork and just hope the walls are still standing!
There was no real ‘wow’ moment that you often get in a gallery or museum but it’s a charming place.
Then very easy to navigate with a good map.
There are some lovely displays, including some Pop Art and we especially enjoyed Liz Larner’s artwork and just hope the walls are still standing!
There was no real ‘wow’ moment that you often get in a gallery or museum but it’s a charming place.
Written October 6, 2022
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LaLaLaLESTER
Minneapolis, MN36 contributions
Jan 2020
Not my idea at all but I went along with a friend. I think it has been over 20 years since I have been to the Walker Art Center. This visit ended up being a comfortable experience even though I was just a tag along. I did enjoy EP's work and since I was in good company it was a pleasant visit.
Written February 12, 2020
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Frank L
18 contributions
Jun 2023
Way underrated. It's worth visiting because of its location by the Sculpture Garden. But its got great exhibits - some well known modern artists (Jasper Johns, etc), but also very large special exhibits. I learned about Pacita Abad (see pic), at a wonderful exhibit. Also, a very good restaurant.
Written June 18, 2023
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Bart B
Tucson, AZ36 contributions
Jun 2022
If you are going to the Walker Art Center, DO NOT plan on eating there at Cardamom.
The food is overpriced and the selections are not good. Go anywhere, but don't go here. It is really a shame that a lovely facility like the Walker has such a poor restaurant.
The food is overpriced and the selections are not good. Go anywhere, but don't go here. It is really a shame that a lovely facility like the Walker has such a poor restaurant.
Written June 30, 2022
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Sheila C
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How much time to alot?
dgmmlevans09
Avon, MN37 contributions
Well, if you are desiring to wander the outdoor sculptures and read all the signage I would say 11/2 to 2 hours. This would not include sitting and just being. If you have little ones they would probably enjoy more time to play but not patient to read. Many weekend days they have various groups that are there with events too. If you are asking about the indoor, hours for me
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- Walker Art Center is open:
- Sun - Sun 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wed - Wed 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thu - Thu 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Fri - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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