Weatherspoon Art Museum, Greensboro

Name: Weatherspoon Art Museum
Address: Corner of Spring Garden and Tate STS, Greensboro, 27412-0001, United States
Telephone: +1 336-334-5770

#12 among attractions in Greensboro

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The Weatherspoon Art Museum is located at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and is one of the largest collections of modern and contemporary art in the southeast with a focus on American art. Its programming includes fifteen or more exhibitions per year, year-round educational activities, and scholarly publications. The Weatherspoon Art Museum was accredited by the American Alliance of Museums in 1995 and earned reaccreditation status in 2005. ()

Coordinates: 36°3'58"N, 79°48'21"W

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Corner of Spring Garden and Tate STSGreensboro 27412-0001 United States

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+1 336-334-5770

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Weatherspoon Art Museum open?

Weatherspoon Art Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 9 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 1 pm - 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Weatherspoon Art Museum?

Nearby attractions include Julius I. Foust Building, Greensboro (4 min walk), University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro (8 min walk), Greensboro College, Greensboro (12 min walk), Blandwood, Greensboro (16 min walk).

How to get to Weatherspoon Art Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Weatherspoon Art Museum:

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Greensboro (28 min walk)