Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10am – 4pm |
| Thursday | 10am – 4pm |
| Friday | 10am – 4pm |
| Saturday | 10am – 4pm |
| Sunday | 10am – 4pm |
The Museum is open with free admission for select holidays and events. Learn more.
The Museum is closed on New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Tickets
| Adults | $18 |
| Students | $14 |
| Seniors | $14 |
| Youth 17 and under | FREE |
| Members | FREE |
| Institutional Partners (view list) | FREE |
A variety of discounts are available year-round. Learn more.
Campus transformation
The Worcester Art Museum has begun the next major step in its evolution, made possible through supporters of A Bold Step Forward. An extensive number of renovations, upgrades, and repairs are underway in an effort that will transform and preserve our historic campus for generations to come. As a result, some spaces and galleries may be temporarily closed during your visit. See which galleries are currently closed.
These projects are only possible thanks to the generous support of our donors and funders. Learn more about how you can support A Bold Step Forward.
Membership
Members enjoy FREE admission, a 10% discount in the shop, and many other benefits. Become a Member today and join a community of art-lovers committed to sharing the power of art.
Directions
Parking
The Museum offers multiple FREE parking options for visitors. All lots are fully accessible and attached to, or across from, a visitor entrance.
| Salisbury Lot | Open |
| Lancaster Lot | Open |
| Tuckerman Lot * | CLOSED |
* Tuckerman Lot is closed until further notice due to construction
Management is not responsible for theft or damage to vehicles.
Group visits
Plan a visit for your school, camp, or other private group.
Accessibility
Learn how to ensure a safe and comfortable visit for everyone in your group.
During your visit
FAQs
What is included with my admission ticket?
All exhibitions are included in the price of your ticket. Tickets are valid for the entire day. Select events require additional tickets. For a list of upcoming events with ticketing information, visit our calendar.
If you decide to become a Member during your visit, stop by our welcome desks to apply the price of your ticket to a membership. Learn more about membership.
Are there any discounts available on admission tickets?
Members visit free year-round. Admission is free for select holidays and events.
A variety of discounts on admission are available, including, but not limited to, EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare recipients; military and veterans; and students, faculty, and staff at Institutional Partner schools. View all discounts.
What activities are there for young children?
The Museum has activities for all ages. Art carts provide interactive experiences related to exhibitions throughout the Museum, hands-on displays invite visitors to touch the materials and tools used to create art, and scavenger hunts are available at our welcome desks. Many of our special events feature kid-friendly artmaking activities, performances, and more. Find more on our calendar.
Visiting museums with kids can seem daunting, but kids happen to be some of our most engaged visitors! Read our tips for visiting with kids to maximize the enjoyment while you’re here.
Studio art classes for kids ages 3–17 offer endless opportunities for creativity and discovery. Learn more about art classes for kids (and adults).
Free youth admission made possible in part by the Yasuna Family Youth Admission Fund.
Free admission days are sponsored by Sandy Hubbard and Thomas J. Logan, and Saint-Gobain.
Support for our Community Access Programs provided by Middlesex Savings Bank.
We are proud to participate in the Card to Culture program, a collaboration between Mass Cultural Council and the Department of Transitional Assistance, the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, and the Massachusetts Health Connector, by broadening accessibility to cultural programming. See the full list of participating organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.
