Activity Overview
An art museum for the untrained artists of the world...how cool is that!? This museum is extremely quirky and wonderfully fun to explore. In many instances, this museum gives an outlet for people who may not have the opportunity to express themselves in this type of venue.
This museum is not for everybody. However, if you can embrace art made from nontraditional items and artists who demonstrate great passion and fantasy in their work, you will enjoy the experience. This place is definitely geared to the quirky artsy type who can think outside of the box. Interestingly enough, many of the artists have psychiatric illnesses. I found this rather intriguing. I think it is a great place to take children to bolster their sense of creativity.
Things to Do
- Watch for their Garage Sale and special Events
- Moderately priced art is for sale
- Explore the three buildings of Abstract art created by artists with no formal art education
- Visit the gift shop for a fun twist of vintage/gift shop/ flea market
American Visionary Museum Insider Tips
- Watch for their Garage Sale and Special Events
- Moderately priced art for sale
- The Gift Shop is a twist on gift shop/ vintage shop
- Located on other side of the Inner Harbor, it doesn't have the best location
- There is no photography allowed inside the museum.
- Definitely take the time to read the descriptions in relationship to the art, for it gives insight into the history of the artists which makes the works of art even far more fascinating.
