Plan Your Visit
Before you visit, get need-to-know information like directions and parking, download a museum map, and explore our visitor guidelines.
Holiday Hours:
The Walters Art Museum is closed Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of New Year’s Day.
Explore, play, and create together during your next visit to the Walters Art Museum.
Looking for a self-guided museum experience?
- Pick up sketching supplies at the Visitor Experience Desk by the Centre Street entrance on Level 1.
- Play a game of chess in the Great Hall on Level 3 of the Centre Street building.
- Read books related to Across Asia: Arts of Asia and the Islamic World on Level 4 of the Centre Street building.
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Drop-in Art-Making
Embrace your inner artist at Drop-in Art Making. This free, all-ages, family-friendly program is offered most weekends between September through June. Materials and light instruction are provided as lessons vary month-to-month.
Community Celebrations
Each year, you can visit the Walters to experience Monument Lighting, our Lunar New Year Celebration, and exhibition openings. Events like these feature special performances, art-making, and activities for all ages.
Homeschool Resources
Homeschool families can attend our annual Homeschool Day program, schedule a field trip to the museum, or use our lesson plans and art activities. The resources available here can be used online or in print to support learning for students with little to no internet access at home or anywhere.
At Home Art Activities
You can experience the Walters from the galleries and from home. The Walters offers digital resources geared toward children ages 6 to 11, featuring a variety of formats to support busy schedules and learning preferences. They include video tutorials for art-making, downloadable activity packets, and coloring pages.