William Benton Museum of Art, Art museum at University of Connecticut campus in Mansfield, United States

The William Benton Museum of Art is an art museum located on the University of Connecticut campus in Mansfield and houses works spanning multiple time periods and cultural traditions. The facility features several exhibition galleries that display rotating selections of paintings, sculptures, and contemporary pieces throughout the year.

The building was constructed in 1920 and served for twenty years as the University of Connecticut's main dining hall. It opened officially as an art museum in 1967, named for senator and university trustee William Benton. The collection began with Charles Lewis Beach, a former president of the Connecticut Agricultural College, who bequeathed his American art collection in 1933 and left a trust fund for further acquisitions. The building is part of the University of Connecticut Historic District-Connecticut Agricultural School, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum is named for William Benton, a U.S. senator and university trustee. Its cafe, The Beanery, and a gift store sit alongside the galleries, and concerts and campus art walks are held here. A new education center opened in 2024.

The museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM and on weekends from 1 PM to 4 PM, with free admission for all visitors. It is worth checking the website ahead of your visit to confirm current exhibitions and any schedule changes.

The museum maintains an online digital catalog of its collection, allowing researchers and art enthusiasts to explore works before visiting or from anywhere in the world. This remote access makes it easy to discover specific pieces and prepare for your visit ahead of time.