Guidelines

Photography

You are welcome to take photographs or video of works in the permanent collection for personal use provided that no tripod or flash is used. Temporary exhibitions may not allow photography. Please check for signage about restrictions as you enter a temporary exhibition, or ask a Gallery Guide.

Permits are required for professional portrait photography inside the Museum or on Museum grounds. We are delighted that you are considering Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art as the location for your photos and/or videos. To ensure a positive experience for you, while maintaining a pleasant experience for our many guests, please be aware of the rules and guidelines.

Download the full Photo/Video Guidelines and permit application.

Mobile Phones

Due to the nature of the Museum's location and construction, mobile phone reception is generally poor inside the buildings, and can be uncertain on the main grounds. We recommend you make arrangements for a time and place to meet members of your party ahead of your visit.

Please limit mobile phone conversations to non-gallery spaces, lobby, dining bridge, or Museum grounds. If you are using your phone to participate in Museum audio tours, headphones are encouraged in galleries and are available for purchase at Guest Services.

Food and Drink

Food, drinks, chewing gum, and water bottles are not allowed in Museum galleries, common areas, or the Museum Store. Please enjoy a meal at Eleven, or a snack at the coffee bar located off the lobby. Picnicking is encouraged outside on Museum trails and grounds. Box lunches may be ordered from Eleven.

Sketching

Sketching with pencils or colored pencils is permitted. Easels are not permitted.

Smoking

Crystal Bridges campus is tobacco-free except for designated smoking areas.

Weapons

No weapons are permitted on the Museum campus.

Pets

Leashed pets are welcome on the Museum trails and grounds, but are not permitted inside the building or on Walker Landing.

Promotional Photography Notice / Implied Consent

Participation in Crystal Bridges' programs constitutes an agreement by the participant and/or the parent or guardian to allow the Museum to photograph or film participants, without compensation, for possible use in publicity.

Conduct

Crystal Bridges is committed to the principles of welcoming, sharing, and respect for all. The Museum reserves the right to refuse admission to or eject any person whose conduct the Museum deems to be disorderly or abusive or who fails to comply with these or other Museum rules.