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Location
McDowell Road & Central Avenue
1625 N. Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
24-hour Information: (602) 257-1222
Offices: (602) 257-1880
E-mail: info@phxart.org


By Rail
The closest station to the Museum is Number 10, McDowell & Central.
Click here to download the metro light rail brochure, containing a full map, fare details and operating hours.
By Car
From North Valley via I-17:
Exit at McDowell Road. Turn Left at the off ramp light. Follow McDowell Road to Central Avenue. Continue through the light at Central Avenue and turn left 0.1 of a mile onto Alvarado Street. Phoenix Art Museum will be on your left hand side. Visitor Parking lot is one block North on your left hand side.
From South Valley via I-17:
Exit at McDowell Road. Turn Right at the off ramp light. Follow McDowell Road to Central Avenue. Continue through the light at Central Avenue and turn left 0.1 of a mile onto Alvarado Street. Phoenix Art Museum will be on your left hand side. Visitor Parking lot is one block North on your left hand side.
From East Valley via I-10:
Exit at 7th Street. Merge right onto 7th Street and turn Left at the first light onto McDowell Road. Follow McDowell Road to 3rd Street. Continue through the light at 3rd Street and turn right 0.2 of a mile onto Alvarado Street. Phoenix Art Museum will be on your left hand side. Visitor Parking lot is one block North on your left hand side.
From West Valley via I-10:
Exit at 7th Avenue. Turn left at the off ramp onto 7th Avenue. Turn right at the first light onto McDowell Road. Follow McDowell Road to Central Avenue. Continue through the light at Central Avenue and turn left 0.1 of a mile onto Alvarado Street. Phoenix Art Museum will be on your left hand side. Visitor Parking lot is one block North on your left hand side.
Free parking with barrier free access
Accessible Service
We want to make sure your visit to the museum is perfect in every way.
If you need any special assistance or arrangements, please feel free to contact us.
For your convenience we offer:
• Complimentary wheelchairs available in the Museum's lobby.
• TTY/TDD telephone outside of the Steele Gallery.
• Handicapped parking in all lots and ramp access.
Hours and General Admission
Hours
Monday and Tuesday, Museum closed
Wednesday, 10am-9pm (Free admission/voluntary donation every Wednesday, 3-9pm)
Thursday-Saturday, 10am-5pm
Sunday, 12pm-5pm
First Friday of every month, 6-10pm (Free admission/voluntary donation)
The Museum will be open 10am-5pm on the following Mondays:
• January 2, 2012
• January 16, 2012 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• February 20, 2012 - Presidents' Day
• May 28, 2012 - Memorial Day
The Museum will be closed on the following holidays:
• Thursday, November 24, 2011 - Thanksgiving Day
• Sunday, December 25, 2011 - Christmas Day
• Sunday, January 1, 2012 - New Year's Day
General Admission
$12 adults
$10 senior citizens & fulltime college/university students w/ID
$6 children ages 6-17
Free for Museum Members & children under age 6. Become a Member.
Special policies and fees may apply to ticketed and special admission exhibitions and events. *Effective December 18, 2011, general admission prices will change to the following rates: $12 adults; $10 senior citizens (65+) and full-time students with ID; $6 children ages 6 to 17; Children under 6 and Phoenix Art Museum Members receive free admission.
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Free Wednesdays (3-9pm) are brought to you by SRP. Additional support provided by the City of Phoenix and the Arizona Commission on the Arts
Museums on Us® brought to you by Bank of America®
Bank of America® credit or debit card holders receive FREE general admission on the first full weekend of every month! Simply show your Bank of America® card at the Visitor Services desk. Complimentary admission is valid for the cardholder only. Learn more.
Guided Tours
To enhance your museum experience, we offer several guided tours for your viewing enjoyment.
North Wing (Asian, European, American, Western American and Thorne Miniature Rooms)
12 Noon Daily
Featured Exhibition Tour
1pm Daily
Masterworks in the South Wing (Modern, Contemporary, Fashion Design)
2pm Daily
All Guided Tours repeated on Wednesdays, 6pm
Group Tours
Groups of 10 or more people must be scheduled at least 5 weeks in advance; cost per person is regular general admission to the Museum. To schedule a group tour or for more information, call (602) 307-2090 or send e-mail to groupsales@phxart.org. For information on school tours, click here.
Bring the Museum to you
The Museum Docents' Speakers Bureau will bring one-hour slide presentations to your adult community group or organization meeting on requested topics. You must book your presentation at least 5 weeks in advance. To schedule a presentation, call (602) 307-2090 or send e-mail to groupsales@phxart.org.
About The Museum
Since 1959, the Museum has served as the cornerstone of Phoenix’s art and cultural community, providing the people of Arizona with great art from around the world and amazing cultural experiences.
Popular international exhibitions are shown along side the Museum’s outstanding collection of more than 18,000 works of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern and contemporary art, and fashion design. A vibrant destination for over fifty years, Phoenix Art Museum presents festivals, live performances, independent art films and educational programs that enlighten, entertain and stimulate. Visitors also enjoy PhxArtKids an interactive space for children, vibrant photography exhibitions through the Museum’s landmark partnership with the Center for Creative Photography, the lushly landscaped Sculpture Garden, dining the Art Museum cafe, and shopping at The Museum Store.
Our Mission Statement
Phoenix Art Museum is a vibrant destination connecting people to great art from around the world to enrich their lives and communities.
Museum Policies
Please help us protect the art. Works of art survive the ravages of time only through constant care. Efforts to preserve them for the enjoyment of future generations depend on your cooperation.
- Please do not touch the objects on display.
- Smoking is prohibited in the Museum.
- Food and beverages are prohibited in the galleries.
- Packages, umbrellas and bags exceeding 11" x 15" cannot be taken into the galleries; lockers are available free of charge in the lobby.
- Click here for our photography policy.
- Click here for a full list of Museum policies.
Palette at Phoenix Art Museum
Announcing a new dining experience at the Museum!
From pastas to salads and sandwiches, enjoy diverse offerings made with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Museum Members receive a discount when a current membership card is presented. View the menu, learn about catering options and more at PhxArt.org/Palette.
Hours
Monday-Tuesday
- Restaurant and Museum are closed.
Wednesday
- Grab & Go, 10:30am-8pm
- Table Service, 11am-8pm
Thursday-Saturday
- Grab & Go, 10:30am-4:30pm
- Table Service, 11am-3:30pm
Sunday
- Grab & Go, 12pm-4:30pm
- Table Service, 12pm-3:30pm
Phone
(602) 257-2191
