North Carolina Museum of Art

The North Carolina Museum of Art is an art museum in Raleigh housed in two buildings with permanent collections, rotating exhibitions, and multiple galleries covering about 127,000 square feet. An attached park spans a large area and features contemporary art installations outdoors.

The museum was founded in 1947 and began with artworks primarily from Europe and America. Its collection has since grown to include works from many different cultures and historical periods.

The museum displays artwork from many cultures and time periods, ranging from European paintings to African sculptures and Egyptian artifacts in spacious galleries. Visitors encounter perspectives from across the globe all under one roof.

Admission to the permanent collections is free, and the park is open from sunrise to sunset. The grounds feature walking paths and numerous outdoor areas to explore at your own pace.

The art park contains numerous installations scattered across a large area with some placed in surprising locations. Many visitors don't realize this outdoor space can be explored independently and offers a completely different experience from the indoor galleries.

Location: Raleigh

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607

Phone: +19198396262

Email: help@ncartmuseum.org

Website: https://ncartmuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 35.80863,-78.70507

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:53