I always love the Museum of Art, its free and they rotate their art frequently enough every-time i visit i see something new!
THE IMA is a wonderful museumthat is free and is in a large space that shows the pictures to their best. They have a broad range of high quality art from some Egyptian work, El Greco (one of my favorites), and a range of Western painters from the middle ages to the Impressionists to nicely displayed contemporary art as well as African art and some Egyptian and Greek. Parking is $5 and the gift shop has an eclectic selection that is worth checking out.
Not sure what I expected, but this was more than I could have imagined. This is a fabulous museum inside and out. Outside there is $5 parking which also included underground parking on those super cold days. There are 3 main floors of exhibits. They have a brochure called see the Museum in an Hour. We actually went there for two consecutive days so that we could see more. On the outside is the famous LOVE sculpture by Robert Indians (really!) and several other sculptures and grounds with the Lilly Mansion. Inside there are 3 main floors of exhibits one better than the other. Famous artists, Asian Art, African Art, Old Masters, New Masters, Modern and Contemporary Design and Art, Glass.....You name it, they have it. Free now, but come April there will be a charge. The Cafe inside was quite tasty. Ate there two times also. Catered food and more like a "restaurant" than an museum cafe. The tomato soup was wonderful as were the wraps and crab cakes. A must see if you are in the Indy area.
I love this museum! It is free to visit, you only have to pay for the special expo of the moment. They always have some kind of event or some fun expo going on. Love the laid back atmosphere and the unusual light for a museum. Don't miss it if you are in Indianapolis!
This is a beautiful, well laid our museum. The audio tour definitely adds to the experience. Nice (but pricey) lunch spot. There are also many other great attractions on the grounds of the museum including the Ruth Lilly House and the 100 Acre Park.
Wow what a fantastic art museum. Beautiful grounds, and plenty of great art. If you know what kind of art you like, go to those galleries first. If you just start on the ground floor, you might end up looking at a lot of "classical" art if it's not your thing. It follows a semi walk through style, but there are parts where the walk through is a little convoluded where it connects with the older structures. Lots of staff who are happy to give directions.
IMA is a wonderful place to soak in the culture. It is also a great place to have family photographs taken. The LOVE sign and grounds are so fascinating and stunning. There are so many exhibits to enjoy and many that include children.
Enjoyed the special exhibit of the art of Georgia O'Keefe and other artists of the Desert South West. The museum is well layed out and has great potential for the future.
My husband and I spent Valentines Day exploring Indianapolis and chose the art museum for our main attraction. It was so cold that being inside was a great choice. They have a ton of really nice art throughout. I would take at least 4-5 hours to see and appreciate all of it. While you're there make sure to check out the cafeteria. Even if you don't eat anything in there, check out how they've decorated the lower seating area. It's so neat!
Love the fact that it's free, and even more that it's in the perfect location. Love art and the fact that they bring exhibits that one can see, for a price, but it's inexpensive. Lovely place for all ages.