Birmingham Museum of Art, Art museum in Birmingham, United States
The Birmingham Museum of Art is an art museum in Birmingham with more than 27,000 works spanning American, European, African, Asian, and decorative arts. The building includes several gallery spaces and an outdoor sculpture garden on its grounds.
The museum was founded in 1951 when local art supporters came together to create a collection. In the following years, it received major donations that helped expand its holdings significantly.
The museum displays works by local artists and presents the artistic tradition of the South through paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. Visitors can see how the region has developed its own artistic identity and what themes have mattered to creators here.
The museum is located in Birmingham's cultural district and offers free admission to all visitors. The galleries are easy to navigate, and the sculpture garden invites exploration outdoors.
The museum maintains specialized galleries dedicated to Native American art, organized by four geographic regions. This arrangement allows visitors to compare the different styles and traditions of these artistic practices directly.
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