Worcester Art Museum (Closed Temporarily)
Arts & Culture · Worcester, MA
About
Founded in 1896, the Worcester Art Museum holds a collection of 38,000 objects spanning from 3,000 BC to contemporary works. It includes unique architectural features like a Medieval Chapter House, the Worcester Hunt Mosaic, and a 15th-century Spanish ceiling, plus the John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection of arms and armor. The museum is temporarily closed, so check before planning a visit.
When open, the museum runs Wednesdays through Sundays from 10am to 4pm. It sits in the West Tatnuck neighborhood near Lancaster and Tuckerman. For queer visitors, the museum's broad historical scope includes art from ancient Near East and Asia, offering diverse perspectives.
Features
- ✓38,000-object collection spanning millennia
- ✓John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection on view
- ✓Ancient Near East and Asian art holdings
Practical
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Worcester Art Museum currently open? +
No, it is temporarily closed. Check their website for reopening information.
What are the hours? +
When open, hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
Is the museum LGBTQ+-owned or focused? +
The museum is LGBTQ+-friendly and offers diverse art perspectives.