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The Walters is among America’s most distinctive museums, forging connections between people and art from cultures around the world and spanning seven millennia. Through its collections, exhibitions, and education programs, the Walters engages the City of Baltimore, Maryland, and audiences across the globe. Admission to the Walters is always free.
The Walters Art Museum was established in 1934 “for the benefit of the public.”. Originally called the Walters Art Gallery, the museum started when Henry Walters (1848–1931) bequeathed to the City of Baltimore an extensive art collection begun by his father, William T. Walters (1819–1894), two buildings, and an endowment.
The Walters Art Museum features a robust offering of temporary exhibitions and installations of the permanent collection.
Access Art For information about accessibility resources, including complimentary wheelchairs and sensory-inclusive kits, please visit our accessibility webpage, or ask our Visitor Experience Team.Service animals are welcome. Park in the Walters lot For your convenience, reserve a spot online and pay in advance. Museum Members are eligible for reduced rates; bring your membership card to ...
The Walters Art Museum is a cultural hub in the heart of Baltimore. Located in the city’s Mount Vernon neighborhood, the Walters is free for all. The museum’s collection spans more than seven millennia, from 5,000 BCE to the 21st century, and encompasses 36,000 objects from around the world. Walking through the museum’s historic buildings ...
The Walters Art Museum is Free and Open to Everyone. At a time when museums across the nation are forced to charge or raise admission, the Walters continues to offer free admission thanks to our generous supporters. In 2015 we expanded our commitment to access, and today everyone is welcome to visit special exhibitions, as well as the rest of ...
Dive into history at the Walters Art Museum, which includes collections spanning more than seven millennia, from 5,000 BCE to the 21st century. The museum is located in the Mount Vernon Cultural District, one of Baltimore’s most iconic neighborhoods—which includes other art museums, theaters, concert venues and historic landmarks.
