Metal Museum, Metalwork museum in Memphis, Tennessee, US
Description
The Metal Museum is an art museum in Memphis on the Mississippi River banks. Its collection includes jewelry, sculptures, architectural ironwork, and metalwork art pieces spanning different styles and traditions.
History
The building originally served as a U.S. Marine Hospital opening in 1884. It was later repurposed as a museum dedicated to displaying and preserving metalwork traditions.
Culture
The museum showcases metalwork traditions from different regions and periods through its exhibitions. Visitors see how these techniques remain relevant in contemporary art and everyday craft.
Practical
The museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday to Sunday, with specific hours for each day. Guided tours are available during opening hours to enhance your understanding of the metalwork displays.
Did you know?
The museum operates a working foundry where artisans demonstrate traditional metalworking techniques. This active workshop is visible to visitors and shows how metal objects are actually created.
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