Taubman Museum of Art
Taubman Museum of Art
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12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
About
As the largest art museum in southwestern Virginia, the Taubman Museum of Art serves as the region's premier destination for world-class arts and culture. Founded in 1951 as the Roanoke Fine Arts Center, the Museum now resides in a landmark facility designed by renowned architect Randall Stout and named one of the nation's best designed museums by Architectural Digest. The Museum's collection focuses on American art and includes more than 2,200 works from artists such as Romare Bearden, Thomas Hart Benton, Thomas Eakins, Audrey Flack, Robert Henri, Judith Leiber, Sally Mann, Norman Rockwell, John Singer Sargent, and Purvis Young; twelve galleries support ten to twelve original exhibitions per year. Signature events include the International Wine Festival, Bourbon + Bacon, Roanoke Arts Pop, Sidewalk Art Show, and monthly late nights held the first Friday of each month. The Taubman Museum is among only one-third of museums in the nation to offer free general daily admission.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Kim H
Roanoke, VA1,583 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Took the kids to see the Pop Art special exhibit and play in Artventure -- discovered the treat of the current Huntopia exhibit. Exhibits change often and typically feature a great variety of works. Beautiful space with a cafe, gathering areas (with checkers today), places to relax. Free general admission with special exhibits, ArtVenture (or just get a membership and become a supporter). Check out the events calendar. Staff has grown more responsive to visitors.
Written January 25, 2020
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Thanks so much for your review! We hope that you will visit soon and often.
Written January 26, 2020
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RandySherry
Incline Village, NV139 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
Nice collection of American art. Pleasantly surprised by how well the collection was curated and the quality of the art. COVID protocols in place makes it really easy to to take your time and see all the art without the pressure of moving on. Top it off with its FREE ADMISSION!!!!!
Go and enjoy.
Go and enjoy.
Written December 19, 2020
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laurieg470
Lynchburg, VA51 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We decided to expand our horizons a little bit and give this museum a try while doing a weekend getaway in Roanoke. This is a lovely attraction, definitely worth the visit whether you like art or not I think there's a little something for everyone. A bit more contemporary than I would have cared for but still happy that I made the effort to visit. Love the Norman Rockwell and some of the more traditional pieces.
The staff was very friendly and informative. They were setting up for a wedding I believe that was happening after hours, lovely location for a function. Pleasant surprise this visit.
The staff was very friendly and informative. They were setting up for a wedding I believe that was happening after hours, lovely location for a function. Pleasant surprise this visit.
Written January 29, 2020
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Thanks so much for your review and your visit. We hope you will vist again soon!
Written January 31, 2020
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Will A
Roanoke, VA1 contribution
May 2021 • Solo
If you have ANY difficulty with wearing a mask, you are better off skipping this wonderful museum. I get head aches and my heart races to the point of panic attack. If you have any struggles they don’t want you there. I was in a gallery limited to ten people...alone...and I tried to stave off a panic attack by exposing just my nose and I was rudely snapped at and given no opportunity to explain. They would rather you visit on line rather than in person. It’s a good thing they have a private donor to make this free. If they had to depend on customer funding...
Written May 8, 2021
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dustythoughts
Manchester, CT2,234 contributions
Feb 2022
The first thing I noticed with this museum was its striking architecture, which is a great representation of the beautiful art housed inside. They have a really fascinating exhibit on Afroturism in Costume Design, highlighting the costumes worn in Black Panther. They also have several programs for kids and adults, a Late Nights Series, and plenty of space to sit and admire the art. Admission to this beautiful museum is free.
Written February 21, 2022
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DaDa
8 contributions
May 2022
We were drawn by the architecture of the building (done by a fellow who had spent several years working with Frank Gehry). The central lobby had an installation done by E.V. Day that was quite the 3D installation (dresses from prominent New York operas, suspended fancifully from the ceiling). The staff were knowledgeable and helpful and pointed out a number of things about the collection that would not have been obvious to the ordinary visitor. Roanoke is lucky to have such a place! Oh, and you can't beat the price: free!
Written May 1, 2022
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Don N
Raleigh, NC2,657 contributions
May 2023 • Family
This museum in downtown Roanoke is an architectural gem. Not only that it has nice galleries and the Art was well presented. All of the Galleries are on the second floor although the first floor is interesting with hanging art.
When we were there in May 2023 they had an outstanding display of Louis Comfort Tiffany works. But not only that was outstanding but their permanent collections also were really good. There is much more exhibit space than you may expect. We spent an hour or more at Taubman.
If you are in Roanoke this is worth a visit. Just look for the glass contemporary building in downtown that's the museum
When we were there in May 2023 they had an outstanding display of Louis Comfort Tiffany works. But not only that was outstanding but their permanent collections also were really good. There is much more exhibit space than you may expect. We spent an hour or more at Taubman.
If you are in Roanoke this is worth a visit. Just look for the glass contemporary building in downtown that's the museum
Written July 21, 2023
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N0rmalee
Bossier City, LA1,023 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Free museum, interesting architecture, dresses from various operas billow from the ceiling in the lobby. The art is all on the 2nd floor. There is street parking and a parking garage nearby. Not a large collection but it does include a Norman Rockwell. There was an exhibition of Judith Leiber handbags that was amazing, the video in the room had shots of them being carried by J Lo, Lady Gaga, and one of the Kardashians. They are heavily embedded with all sorts of colorful jewels and absolutely stunning.
Written September 30, 2022
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Brian B
Peoria, AZ1,216 contributions
Jun 2021
Entry to the the museum is free. No mask requirement to see the art. Southern women artists were featured with some amazing paints. Also, 16th century tapestry with a video of actual one being bade. If you are in the area and enjoy art go see.
Written June 19, 2021
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Jennifer B
World195 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
I recently visited the Taubman for the first time and was so impressed. The building itself is architecturally interesting and beautifully constructed. The staff were friendly and helpful. The cafe was an unexpected find. And there are all sorts of comfortable places to sit and rest in and near the galleries.
The exhibits themselves were gorgeous. A wide variety of art genres made for a feast for the eyes.
The exhibits themselves were gorgeous. A wide variety of art genres made for a feast for the eyes.
Written February 25, 2020
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Written July 3, 2018
There is on street parking, but it is limited. There are several parking garages near by along with lots of restaurants.
Written July 4, 2018
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