Toledo Museum of Art, Art museum in Toledo, Ohio, United States.
Description
The Toledo Museum of Art features over 30,000 works spanning ancient to contemporary periods, housed in a neoclassical building with modern additions designed by renowned architects including Frank Gehry and SANAA.
History
Founded by Edward Drummond Libbey in 1901 and officially opened in 1912, the museum was established to promote art appreciation and cultural education in the Toledo community during the early 20th century.
Culture
The museum reflects Toledo's rich glassmaking heritage through its extensive glass collection of 5,000 pieces and the Glass Pavilion, which celebrates the city's historical connection to glass production and artistry.
Practical
Open Tuesday through Wednesday from 10:00 to 16:00, Thursday and Friday until 21:00, Saturday until 17:00, and Sunday from 12:00 to 17:00, with free admission and wheelchair accessibility throughout the facility.
Did you know?
The Glass Pavilion designed by SANAA architects features curved glass walls that create fluid interior spaces and blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor environments through innovative structural engineering.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Toledo).
Rosary Cathedral
1.6 km
Pythian Castle
1.7 km
Collingwood Arts Center
1.1 km
Hillcrest Hotel
1.1 km
Edward D. Libbey House
1.8 km
Lucas County Courthouse and Jail
1.9 km
St. Ann Roman Catholic Church Complex
1 kmMoses
61 m
Congregation B'nai Israel
1.7 km
Glass Pavilion
186 m
Glaspavillon des Toledo Museum of Art
194 mOld West End Historic District
1.8 kmToledo Olde Towne Historic District
1.7 km
Toledo Club
1.3 kmWork of art, sculpture
68 mWork of art
69 mToledo Repertoire Theatre
1.6 kmBlubber
204 m
Berdan Building
1.9 kmWork of art, sculpture
1.7 kmWork of art
187 mBurts Theater (historical)
1.8 kmInstallation artwork, Work of art
101 mInstallation artwork, Work of art
90 mInstallation artwork, Work of art
82 mInstallation artwork, Work of art
67 mWork of art, installation artwork
62 mWork of art, statue
1.7 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes