Iris at NC Museum of Art

Very friendly and helpful staff, in person and online. Free as well as paid exhibits that are unique and progressive. Interesting events such as special movie showings inside and outside on the lawn. Great park and trails with consistently new upgrades and art pieces.

So my boyfriend and I took a trip here for Valentine's Day. As we roamed the halls of the building with the permanent exhibition, we realized that there is literally like one or two art exhibitions on or about African Americans. There is nothing on Native Americans and nothing on Latinos. Which means the dominant narrative is one centered around white Europeans. The narrative and history being told by the items the NC Museum of Art chooses to show in its' permanent exhibition is only a portion of history and quiet frankly uplifts white supremacy. The NC Museum of Art can do better.

This is a great museum and it has some truly beautiful artwork spanning millennia even. There are authentic 3000 year old sarcophagi in here. Beautiful paintings and sculptures. Amazing that this place is free, and truly impressive size and scope. Definitely a prominent cultural institution everyone should visit if in Raleigh. Though I do wish it was located downtown near the other museums.

The set up was great and the exhibitions were well organized. The buildings were clean, modern and full of fun activities for people young and old. The garden has various art sculptures for one to see and pontificate over. Overall cannot recommend this place enough.

Took my 6 and 4 year old (yeah, I know that's brave). Strolled through the Egyptian art, as well as the Rodin pieces. Rumor is, NC has one of the largest Rodin collections out side of Europe. I can believe that now after seeing it. The west building is beautiful and has great lighting available for the pieces. The staff was great, one lady took the time to explain a few pieces to my kids.

I saw this one room over in the Children’s wing; it was filled from wall-to-wall with a dynamic video of a woodland area, complete with bird sounds. The image felt.... alive, in a way; it was as If I were really there.Words can not describe a piece of art in the way that it deserves, nor can an image of the artwork on a television screen. The best way to experience the wonders of an art museum is to head down to the exhibits.(My favorite wing is the Historical section.)

If you are new to the area or from out of town both the museum of art and museum of natural sciences are must see!! Wonderful, rich history that is beautiful to witness. We make sure to make the trip out every now and then just to remind ourselves how much fun we always have.

The lawn part of the art museum is awesome! Feels like a mini central park! Loved laying a blanket out, having some drinks and snacks, and people and dog watching!

Great place to visit in nice weather. Lots of interesting art and great walking trails. Very nice place to bring children and dogs.

An excellent FREE way to spend a sunny day. Lots to see in the galleries and lovely walks in the grounds surrounded by sculptures. Had lunch at the restaurant tasty and fresh.