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North Carolina Museum Of Art
What People Are Saying About North Carolina Museum Of Art
The Editor
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Citysearch
In Short – Unlike the state-funded history and science museums, the NCMA's focus isn't North Carolina-centric. Rising from the anonymity of west Raleigh, the museum boasts works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods; African, New World, Egyptian, Greek and Roman art; significant American painters such as Copley, Homer and O'Keefe; an Oceanic gallery; and an impressive collection of Jewish ceremonial art.
10/15/06
Excellent exhibits inside and out
by mikheaven
I highly recommend the journey to the museum, in summer or winter. We have enjoyed the quiet atmosphere to contemplate an interesting work, have loved the outdoor movies over summer as penguins cross the Antarctic and a storm plays on the horizon. Even trekking through the outdoor trail, both paved and hidden was a fun experience when you didn't know what installation was growing or decomposing around the corner!
To the reviewer who complained he can't take a smoke and a glass of bubbly to the movies, get over it, you're better off in some dingy club if you're after that sort of action. The movies were great, especially the atmosphere and thankfully for the majority of us not prone to addiction we could breathe the cool fresh air.
Recommend: all the museum has to offer.
Not recommend: wingeing patrons.
- Pros: nice seating for picnics, pleasant and surprising walk, interesting exhibits
- Cons: the traffic lights on the way out take a long long time!
07/07/05
Great museum- warning on the movies
by MonAccount
The museum is *awesome*- we're lucky to have such a complete and world-class museum in the area. The movies *used* to be great- mostly college students and some young families. Now everything is rule-based. Used to be that we'd pack a cooler of hummus, breads, olives, sandwiches, wines & beer. We'd sit under the stars, watch a movie, eat and have some cigarettes. Friends would bring their dogs. Now you can't bring anything but food & non-glass containers and no alcohol. You have to leave to smoke. It used to be so romantic to take a blanket, wine, and your favorite person. Now it's crowded with cranky yuppies, roaming children, and barking guards. Museum: awesome. Movies: don't bother.
- Pros: Museum, Art, Collection
- Cons: Movies
06/02/05
great variety and some amazing pieces!
by TygyrLily
Today has seen my fourth trip to the NCMA. Every time I'm impressed by the artifacts they have, classic pieces and modern art they offer, giving newer artists well deserved space (including local kids! - I love seeing greek statues in one room and a third grader's painting next door, it's inspiring).
Admission is free, so you can't beat that. There's also a great path through the adjacent park. Don't miss the cloud chamber!
Highly recommended.
The Details on North Carolina Museum Of Art
When to Go:
School groups usually visit weekday mornings, about 10am. Prefer peace? Visit in the afternoon.
Know Before You Go:
Dogs aren't allowed inside, but you can stroll with them on the mile-long outdoor trail and enjoy the outdoor artwork.
The Extras:
Want to know more about that painting on your wall? Check with museum's conservators who are available on a consultancy basis to answer questions.
Look Good:
NCMA holds numerous lectures, outdoor concerts and children's programs. Go on a summer night and catch one of its outdoor movies. Check the website for a schedule.
Save Time:
Purchase your tickets online at the North Carolina Museum of Art's web site.
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Smoking Permitted:
No
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