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Minneapolis Institute of Art
Art Museum, Art Gallery, and Museum
Whittier, Minneapolis
"Japanese art, Indian art, free admission, Chinese art"(8 Tips)
"Absolutely loved the Art in Bloom exhibition."(3 Tips)
"strong collection of Asian art."(3 Tips)
"The audio tour devices are actually free on Sundays."(5 Tips)
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Corey PartinApril 20, 2016One of the best places to go in the Twin Cities & the best museum in Minnesota IMO. Offers a variety of art styles, mediums & eras. Gets many of the tours including da Vinci, the Louvre & Rembrandt.
Lynne SturtevantMay 16, 2014This museum is incredible. Yes, there's fabulous fine art. But there are also many interesting objects from the ancient world to contemporary items. All in a glorious building. Do not miss it!
- Natalya GoncharovaMay 6, 2018Absolutely loved the Art in Bloom exhibition. I brought children to this event, activities were great for all ages. We got to enjoy other exhibits as well. Great visit over all.
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Barry GuettlerJune 8, 2018Minneapolis is blessed with some amazing museums and this is one of my favourites...not to mention it has the children's theatre which is one of the best in the country!
David DeuelJanuary 8Amazing collection. We spent 4 hours walking around and barely even touched the third floor. I think I'll need another few days in this place to see it all.
Jane BellOctober 23, 2016Had no idea there was such a wonderful museum that was free! We were only able to spend a couple of hours there, but we will go back! Such a wonderfully diverse collection!
Eugenia YeoDecember 10, 2015I enjoyed my visit here! I got to look at awesome works of art and read the history behind everything. Would definitely recommend people to visit at least once!
IrmaZandl ZandlSlantJuly 21, 2019I came to see the native women artist show but next time will schedule mire time to check out addl galleries. It reminds me of NYC’s MET.
RavenSeptember 12, 2014Must see museum. It is free and has a great collection of art. Stop for coffee and sandwiches too.
Tim PrattMarch 19, 2013Visiting from out of two and was pleasantly surprised with this museum. For a free museum, this place has plenty to see and you could spend an entire day looking at things!
City PagesApril 18, 2013Voted Best Museum of 2013! With the exception of special exhibits, the halls are always free. And not only indulge in the art but listen to live music and drink to your heart's content. Read more
Christopher PopovJuly 6, 2016For some reason I didn't expect Mpls to have a great art museum but they some fine works and a great layout that will keep me going back since it is free as well- HISTORYApril 19, 2010First founded in 1889, the museum features an encyclopedic collection of approximately 80,000 objects spanning 5,000 years of world history and an especially strong collection of Asian art.
Meghan McInernyOctober 9, 2011Check the calendar for Family Days (about once a month, on Sundays). Tons of activities for kids (based on the theme for the month), all totally free.
Sharifa SimonAugust 7, 2014Pretty large gallery and free! It's easy to spend hours here. What's not to love? Check out events and such held here.
Jane HubbardMay 6, 2014Beautiful museum, great exhibits. Loved the Art in Bloom show! Replicating art with floral arrangements.
Free and a wonderful place to spend the afternoon checking out art or going to a children's play.
Andrew KurcanJanuary 1, 2015Wonderful collection of art old and new! Get on their mailing list - they will surprise you with the offerings of lectures and special events available!- City PagesDecember 7, 2012Voted "Best View" of the Minneapolis Skyline by City Pages in 2012! The museum is filled with amazing things to see, but one of the prettiest pictures it holds is outside.
Stacy Bo BacyJuly 25, 2021Donation-based, terrific art museum. Really honors and acknowledges the local communities.
Joanna FlammJanuary 18, 2015Nice free indoor option for those cold Minnesota days. Plus, great collection!
not mentioned in the audio tour or on the plaques. osiris’ conspicuous 🦴er as a mummy.
Carrie RigdonDecember 19, 2017Free admission, fabulous Asian and Native American collection, spacious, engaging.
Make sure you go for Delacroix’s Influence: The Rise of Modern Art from Cézanne to van Gogh . Great Exhibit.- Kaushik V NunnaMay 25, 2015The audio tour devices are actually free on Sundays. Get them for sure. And don't forget to donate whatever you can :-)
Ricardo MendozaAugust 30, 2015Everything was awesome! The exhibits are enough to keep me occupied all day. Especially the Devo exhibit.
Pick a favorite artwork and say hello to it every time you visit! It becomes a friend! ❤️
Matt DickerDecember 28, 2013Look up to see the mobile hanging over the main area, made by the great Alexander Calder.
Anastasia KulykNovember 5, 2016Gorgeous place and also absolutely free. Fantastic view from the big windows ❤️️
Pop up Park was a shining example of nonprofit art and its cost on the human soul.
Did you see it is FREE? I love this place! Also, great view of the Minneapolis skyline. Take your date here; it will be fun! ;)
arun bordoloiSeptember 18, 2012I love this museum. Beautiful space, nice traveling shows to see and a delicious D'Amico and Sons cafe inside
Great classical art museum; some modern and post-modern as well, but harder to find.
Savannah PetrickOctober 15, 2017The third floor has the most exciting exhibitions if you’re looking for modern & contemporary art.
Marty O.February 20, 2015Asian exhibit, and the featured Habsburg's exhibit are worth price of admission.
- Stirling MorrisAugust 25, 2013Plan to be entranced and to stay for hours (oh, and don't forget to grab a map)
Mpls.St.Paul MagazineNovember 30, 2010The MIA has been cultivating its permanent Asian art collection, which spans 17 cultures, for more than 90 years. It's definitely worth at least 17 chunks of your time.
Go and see the current exhibit—Egypt’s Sunken Cities. You’ll be amazed!
Mandy CoxNovember 5, 2015This is one of my favorite places in Mpls. We have so much beauty at our fingertips!
April 16th & 17th is the Print & Drawing Fair. A premier opportunity to browse or buy great works of art. FREE admission both days. Visit our Facebook page for details. Read more
The family play room is a favorite destination for our kids. The coffee shop by D'Amico makes it even better!
Eat before you come. Grainstack is closed indefinitely. Halfpint is often closed. Dogwood is open, so at least there is coffee!
Robin EdmanApril 14, 2015Don't miss the China stuff. Well, it's pretty much pan-Asian. Also the colored glass.
Judd SampsonDecember 30, 2011Must See - The Van Gogh in the Target Wing... the texture and colors are out of this world.
Everything EverywhereAugust 16, 2011One of the best art museums in the United States. A hidden treasure in the Twin Cities!
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