Danforth Museum

The Danforth Museum is an art museum in Framingham located on the second floor of its building, specializing in American art. Its collection spans from the 19th century to the present day and is complemented by rotating exhibitions.

The museum was founded in 1975 by local activists, business owners, and educators to promote art education in the region. This founding grew from community commitment to cultural development.

The museum presents regular exhibitions of contemporary artists and offers art classes for both children and adults throughout the year. These programs make it an active hub for artistic creation in the community.

The museum is on the second floor of a building it shares with an art school occupying the third floor. This layout makes it easy to visit both institutions in one location.

The museum shares its building with an art school on the third floor, intertwining exhibition space with active artistic learning. Visitors can experience this direct connection when student works are presented alongside established pieces.

Location: Framingham

Inception: 1975

Website: http://danforthart.org

GPS coordinates: 42.28145,-71.41809

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:21