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The Princeton University Art Museum is one of the nation's finest art museums, housing collections of over 72 ,000 works of art spanning 5,000 years of world history and all the world's major cultures. The Museum also presents special exhibitions and educational programs throughout the year. Admission is free. The main Museum building is closed for construction of our new Museum, designed by architect Sir David Adjaye and anticipated to open in late 2024. While we build a new Art Museum for Princeton, visit us downtown–in two galleries that feature changing exhibitions and in our retail store, which offers handcrafted, artisanal works and much more.
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- XentixPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania661 contributionsHidden ( seriously) gemThe museum is located inside the campus and there are no signs to get there, you have to ask . We end up being late for the ( free) guided tour , the eternal feast and the art of banqueting in Chinese art was awesome,the lower level is the most interesting one with a large Mayan, Asian and old Greek collection. Definitely worth goingVisited February 2020Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 February 2020
- TeamManPrinceton, New Jersey1,504 contributionsProvence in PrincetonI have visited this wonderful little university museum many times to see a special exhibit, but never to see pieces from the collection. I had heard that the museum had a number of significant paintings by French Impressionists and decided to check it out. I would call the collection "small, but mighty." Displayed on the second floor, there are works by Cezanne, Van Gogh (see photo), Monet, Sisley, Pizzaro and others. If you love the French Impressionists, you will love the beautiful examples at this museum. It should be noted that most of the paintings are on "long term loan from the Pearlman Foundation." How long is "long?" I don't know. Check with the museum before you go to see if they are still on display.Visited January 2020Travelled soloWritten 23 January 2020
- Harry K HarkbipolarSanta Monica, California119 contributionsa truly memorable experiencejust take a short walk from princeton station to get the museum, you'll see one of the finest museum in country exhibiting some collections around the globe. it's free to the public. there's some events held in the museumVisited February 2020Written 20 August 2020
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Jun 2022 • Solo
Contrary to their website, this museum is closed. They are building a new art museum on campus. Not scheduled to open until summer of 2024. Again, I reiterate this museum is not open at the present time. It is however worth walking around the campus. It’s spectacular!
Written 28 June 2022
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Harry K Harkbipolar
Santa Monica, CA119 contributions
Feb 2020
just take a short walk from princeton station to get the museum, you'll see one of the finest museum in country exhibiting some collections around the globe. it's free to the public. there's some events held in the museum
Written 20 August 2020
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skinnygirl140
Chula Vista, CA83 contributions
Jun 2019
Always enjoy the Art Museum. When I visit my daughter in Princeton we always go to the Princeton Museum.
We have lunch then enjoy the beautiful art collection Princeton University has. We have been there many times and it never disappoints.
We have lunch then enjoy the beautiful art collection Princeton University has. We have been there many times and it never disappoints.
Written 27 February 2020
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Mindy Smith
New Providence, NJ4 contributions
Nov 2019
A wonderful museum. It's worth a visit. If you want to see Marilyn Monroe's original painting by "walking Warhol", you'll have the chance to see it there. A very discreet collection of Colombian music and a good representation of Asian art; Greek and European. Worthy visit.
Written 26 February 2020
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J L
New York City, NY291 contributions
Feb 2020
Nice small art museum in the middle of Princeton University's campus. It's worth spending a few hours here. Nice collection and there's always special exhibitions that add to the appeal.
Written 25 February 2020
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Sue F
East Windsor, NJ8 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
A real gem of a museum tucked into the university campus. Nice collection of pre-columbian artifacts. Small but we'll curated permanent collection and changing exhibits. Admission is free. Why not stop in?
Written 24 February 2020
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Xentix
Philadelphia, PA661 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
The museum is located inside the campus and there are no signs to get there, you have to ask . We end up being late for the ( free) guided tour , the eternal feast and the art of banqueting in Chinese art was awesome,the lower level is the most interesting one with a large Mayan, Asian and old Greek collection. Definitely worth going
Written 16 February 2020
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David S
West Windsor Township, NJ121 contributions
Mar 2019
This is a lovely museum that is located right in the middle of the Princeton University campus. While not very big, it is well worth a visit.
Written 9 February 2020
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Jo B
New York City, NY54 contributions
Jan 2020
This is a gem of a museum with extraordinary examples of both Greek, Roman, and Chinese art among others.
It's manageable, never crowded, free, and altogether delightful.
It will close in approximately one year for a massive multi-year building project (new facility) so go now!
It's manageable, never crowded, free, and altogether delightful.
It will close in approximately one year for a massive multi-year building project (new facility) so go now!
Written 26 January 2020
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TeamMan
Princeton, NJ1,504 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I have visited this wonderful little university museum many times to see a special exhibit, but never to see pieces from the collection.
I had heard that the museum had a number of significant paintings by French Impressionists and decided to check it out. I would call the collection "small, but mighty."
Displayed on the second floor, there are works by Cezanne, Van Gogh (see photo), Monet, Sisley, Pizzaro and others. If you love the French Impressionists, you will love the beautiful examples at this museum.
It should be noted that most of the paintings are on "long term loan from the Pearlman Foundation." How long is "long?" I don't know. Check with the museum before you go to see if they are still on display.
I had heard that the museum had a number of significant paintings by French Impressionists and decided to check it out. I would call the collection "small, but mighty."
Displayed on the second floor, there are works by Cezanne, Van Gogh (see photo), Monet, Sisley, Pizzaro and others. If you love the French Impressionists, you will love the beautiful examples at this museum.
It should be noted that most of the paintings are on "long term loan from the Pearlman Foundation." How long is "long?" I don't know. Check with the museum before you go to see if they are still on display.
Written 23 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
I would like to take a wheelchair senior to the museum is there close parking
L S
NJ40 contributions
There is street parking two blocks away, it is best if you call the museum to ask. The museum is in the middle of a car-free campus.
Cathy075
East Quogue, NY1 contribution
Saturday hours?
MarshaMellow153
Plainsboro, NJ23 contributions
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Thursday, 10:00 am to 10:00 pm, and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 pm
Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, July 4
What is the best parking spot that is nearby?
teep1
Princeton, NJ59 contributions
Since there is no parking on campus, I generally park on or near Nassau Street and walk to the museum.
Marty C
Philadelphia, PA1 contribution
What is exact address for my GPS?
Ed S
Princeton, New Jersey, United States89 contributions
Not sure but the Museum is on the Princeton University campus. The main University gates are on Nassau Street.
A closer entrance to the museum is to enter through the arch openings from Washington Road (also called Princeton-Hightstown Road) just off Prospect Avenue.
geoffrey l
San Clemente, California, United States6 contributions
Princeton native who moved to california 6 years ago. never been to the museum. Is it open on Friday July 31 and what are the hours ?
Lawrence C
Grayslake, IL50 contributions
Sorry I was traveling without internet and may have missed you. I presume it will be open on weekdays all year long with closing time about 5 PM.
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