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Worcester Art Museum


Address:
55 Salisbury St.
Worcester, MA 01609

Phone #1: (508) 799-4406
Fax: (508) 799-4767
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Description:
The Worcester Art Museum, which opened to the public in 1898, is world renowned for its 35,000+ piece collection of paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, photography, prints, drawings, and new media. Accessible to all, the works span 5,000 years of art and culture ranging from ancient Roman mosaics to colonial silver, Impressionist paintings, and contemporary art. World-renowned for its collections which span more than fifty centuries, the Museum features must-see masterpieces spanning the globe from ancient mosaics to contemporary art. Experience a diverse world of art and ideas through antiquities, paintings, prints, photographs, sculptures and decorative arts. Dedicated to the promotion of art and art education, the Museum also offers a year round studio art and appreciation program that enrolls over 6000 adult and youth students each year. The Museum Shop at Worcester Art Museum offers a wide variety of merchandise inspired by art in the permanent collection and in museums worldwide. Find beautiful items to remember your visit or give as gifts. Browse the shelves where scores of just-right items will catch your eye. From note cards, framed and matted prints, silk scarves and ties, umbrellas, decorative boxes to an irresistible collection of tree ornaments, picture frames, glassware, pottery, purses, clocks, and art inspired jewelry and watches to complement any outfit. Our children's selection of gifts encourages learning, laughter and play. Baby toys, children's books, art-making kits, puzzles and games will please any child. The Museum Cafe: Whether you're visiting the Museum's galleries or stopping in just for lunch, The Museum Cafe is sure to pleasantly surprise. Choose from a delectable selection of appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, entrees and desserts. Dine indoors or experience one of Worcester's few outdoor courtyard cafes. Reservations for parties of eight or more may be made by calling 508.799.4406 x3068. Special Event rentals: Wedding Receptions, Ceremonies, Holiday Parties, Cocktail Receptions, Corporate and Team Building Events. The Museum makes available, on a rental basis, the use of its unique architectural spaces and galleries. From concept to completion, our staff is highly experienced in every aspect of event planning, and will work with you to ensure your occasion is unique and truly memorable. What better site in which to host your special event! The Museum Cafe is also available for rental.

Conference Center/Function Hall:
Handicapped Accessible
Food
Open Year Round


Meeting Venue:
Functions under 50 Attendees
Functions for 50-250 Attendees
Functions for 250-500 Attendees


Wedding Venue:
Traditional/Classic
Adventurous/Whimsical Wedding
Modern Marriage


Family Fun:
Handicapped Accessible
Food
Open Year Round
Gift Shop
Admission Fee


Galleries:
Art Gallery
Crafts Gallery
Handicapped Accessible
Open Year Round


Museums:
Art
History
Children's
Handicapped Accessible
Food
Open Year Round
Gift Shop
Group Rates
Admission Fee


Discount:
Kids
Military
Senior
Student


Performing Arts:
Dance
Music
Theater
Handicapped Accessible
Food
Open Year Round
Gift Shop
Admission Fee
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museum hours
Worcester Art Museum
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Worcester Art Museum
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Worcester Art Museum
Free First Saturdays at WAM
Sat, Jun 2, 2012 ~ Sat, Dec 7, 2013
Free Admission: First Saturday Mornings 10 - noon
Thu, Dec 1, 2011 ~ Sun, Dec 29, 2013

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