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The Cleveland Museum of Art: A Gem Worth Visiting
This art museum may be small, but it competes with the best of them, drawing more than 550,000 visitors from around the world each year. Founded in 1913 "for the benefit of all the people forever," The Cleveland Museum of Art currently houses more than 61,000 pieces of artwork spanning 6,000 years.
Collections and Exhibits
The exhibits are arranged in chronological order and include photographs, paintings, sculptures, objects, and installations by world-renowned artists, including Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Salvador Dalí, and Pablo Picasso. There are also special exhibits and events, such as Parade the Circle and the Solstice summer music festival, hosted by the museum annually.
Visitor Impressions
Past museumgoers have nothing but good things to say, with many lauding the museum for its extensive collection of world-class art. The majority praise the CMA's huge and impressive selection of modern and contemporary works, specifically the paintings, while others highly recommend visiting the museum restaurant and resting your legs in the atrium. What's more, kids will enjoy the hands-on art activities offered in Studio Play.
Location and Accessibility
The museum is located in the Wade Oval Park in University Circle, just 5 miles east of downtown. The easiest way to get to the museum is by taking the rail's Red Line toward Windermere. Get off at the Cedar-University Station and hop on the free Circle Link shuttle bus, which will stop directly in front of the museum. The BRT's Healthline route runs from the downtown area to University Circle and the museum also has its own parking garage.
Admission and Hours
Admission to the museum is free for all ages, although some special exhibits may require a small fee. The museum is open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; it’s closed on Mondays. For more information on current exhibits and events, visit the Cleveland Museum of Art's website.
