Frist Art Museum

The Frist Art Museum opened in April 2001, and since that time has hosted a spectacular array of art from the region and from around the world.

The Frist Art Museum was conceived as a family-friendly place and one of the most popular locations in the center is the innovative Martin ArtQuest Gallery. It’s a colorful space alive with the sounds of learning through making art! ArtQuest activities abound for people of all ages. With 30 interactive stations, and the assistance of knowledgeable staff and volunteers, ArtQuest teaches through activity. Make a print, paint your own original watercolor, create your own colorful sculpture! It’s all there in ArtQuest, and it’s free with gallery admission for adults and always free for youth 18 and under.

While at the Frist Art Museum, be sure to stop by the Frist Art Museum’s beautiful Gift Shop. There, you’ll find a fabulous array of art prints, books, educational materials, art supplies, clothing, blown glass, pottery, and magnificent jewelry made by local and regional artisans. Items are available in a wide range of prices, so there’s always something to fit your budget. Because much of the merchandise relates to the Frist Art Museum’s exhibitions, the array changes often. No wonder it’s often called the best gift shop in Nashville. Discounts for Frist Art Museum members can make it a bargain hunter’s dream!

The popular Frist Art Museum Café features a variety of delicious homemade soups, luscious desserts, salads, and sandwiches, making the Café a popular gathering place for brunch, lunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner on Thursday and Friday evenings when the Frist Art Museum stays open until 9pm.

The Frist Art Museum is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.

While advance tickets are no longer required, they will continue to be available through the Frist Art Museum’s website as a convenience to their guests. Walk-up admission is also now available each day the museum is open.

Guests may purchase tickets in advance online or on-site when they arrive at the museum (open Mondays and Thursdays through Sundays). 

Learn more about Frist Art Museum annual memberships.

ADMISSION PRICES (As of Feb. 2022)

Free/Frist Art Museum members
Free/Visitors 18 and younger
$15/Adults
$10/Seniors 65+ (discount only available when purchasing tickets on-site)
$10/College students with ID (discount only available when purchasing tickets on-site)
$8/Active-duty military with ID (discount only available when purchasing tickets on-site)
$12/Person for Groups of 10 or more with advance reservations

The Frist Art Museum takes the following major credit cards: Discover, Master Card, Visa and American Express.

Source: Frist Art Museum