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Tucson Museum of Art

140 Main Street, Tucson, AZ 85701
520 624 2333
Ranked #4 of 74 shopping in Tucson
4.0 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Art Museums, Specialty Shops
Owner description: Blending the traditional with the inventive, the Tucson Museum of Art presents original and traveling exhibitions with a focus on Art of the American...... more » Owner description: Blending the traditional with the inventive, the Tucson Museum of Art presents original and traveling exhibitions with a focus on Art of the American West, Art of Latin America, Modern and Contemporary art, and Asian art. Located in downtown, the Museum also includes a historic block that provides visitors with a unique look into Tucson’s past. « less
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Tucson
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

While in Tucson you must see this Museum. Don't think because you're in the "wild west" that that is all that's on exhibit - far from it. Although there is a gallery designated for Art of the American West, too, there is contemporary art, pre-columbian art, ancient chinese art, latin american art, and ever changing special exhibitions. The Museum has... More

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Tucson
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

It has interesting art on display but parking can be an issue. More

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Julian, California
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

My wife and I enjoyed the art museum and the entire Art Block. Frida Kahlo exhibit of photographs and correspondence was very revealing and interesting. We especially enjoyed the Western Art Wing and the most knowledgeble attendent present on that day. Very nice Museum shop with other hand crafted items available in various shops. Food and drink also available. More

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Bloomington, Indiana
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41 reviews 41 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

We particularly liked the Nicholas Muray photographs of Frida Kahlo, but there were some very nice Chinese pieces on display and a lot of good Mexican folk art. The shop is nice as is the museum's restaurant. More

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Tucson, Arizona
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012

Folks, this just isn't New York! Static collection IMHO second rate, at best. This neck of the woods is just not too big on (good) art. More

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Russell Springs, Kentucky
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2012

Best local Artisian Art Festival we've ever been to! We went with family and found wonderful one of a kind art work of ever kind plus more. Had a great time talking to the local artists who were very friendly. Most items were reasonably priced. The courtyard held the vendors and the shade was a welcome blessing as the temps... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2012
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Tucson Museum of Art is a first class art museum. We were lucky to see the Frieda Kahlo photographs taken with some of her art work. In addition there were letters she had written -- in English! Time constraints did not allow us to view other exhibits but I wish we had taken the whole day. Also nearby in the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

A real jewel for Tucson. The permanent exibits are exquisitve with some cowboy works and mexican traditional work that you wont forget. Quiet for dates and fun. The historic bungalow next door is now closed which is too bad. The visiting exhibits are always cutting edge, avant garde and very interesting...they keep me coming back again and again. Looked like... More

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Tucson, AZ
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52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012

In the El Presidio part of town, I just went for the first time in January. Why did I wait so long??? Not only is the museum a great place, the the whole area is filled with original buildings datng back to when Tucson was first settled. The museum has permanent exhibitions and some temporary, so check their web site... More

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Columbus, Ohio
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012
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On our recent vacation in Tucson, we checked out the Tucson Museum of Art. We've been to Tucson many times but had never visited the museum. We were very impressed and enjoyed both the permanent collection and the outstanding current exhibit on Frida Kahlo. The museum is located in the historic district in downtown Tucson and encompasses several historic homes... More

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