Plan Your Visit
Located in the heart of Minneapolis, the Walker Art Center invites you to wander the galleries, watch a film, enjoy a performance, or take a leisurely stroll through the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, home of the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry.
Hours and Admission
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Wednesday |
10 AM–5 PM |
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Thursday |
10 AM–9 PM |
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Friday–Sunday |
10 AM–5 PM |
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Monday–Tuesday |
CLOSED |
We are closed on the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. On the second Sunday of every month, the galleries open to the public at 11 am (after Sensory Friendly Sunday).
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Adults |
$18 |
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Seniors (65+) |
$16 |
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Students (with ID) |
$12 |
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Active military and their families |
$9* |
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EBT cardholders |
FREE |
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Children (18 and under) |
FREE |
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Citizens and members of Tribal Nations |
FREE |
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Walker members |
FREE |
*The Walker is a Blue Star Museum. Admission is free for active-duty military and their families between Armed Forces Day in May and Labor Day in September.
Learn about free and discounted admission.
Your ticket includes access to all galleries and exhibitions.
Directions and Parking
ADDRESS
725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403
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Located in the Lowry Hill neighborhood of Minneapolis, the Walker is accessible by bicycle, car, and public transportation.
The main entrance is located on Vineland Place, across from the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. There is also an entrance located on Hennepin Avenue near Groveland Terrace, next to Idea House 3.
Paid underground parking is available on-site. Enter the ramp on Vineland Place across from the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Metered on-street parking is available on the surrounding streets.
Accessible parking is available at Vineland Place Parking Ramp with a direct connection to the Walker Art Center.
Bike racks are located by the main entrance on Vineland Place and on the corner of Groveland Terrace and Hennepin Avenue.
Metro Transit bus lines are 4, 25, and E Line. The closest stations to the Walker are:
• Lyndale Avenue South & Vineland Place (2 minute walk)
• Oak Grove (15th St) & Oak Grove Street (3 minute walk)
• Hennepin Ave & Douglas Ave (4 minute walk)
• Nicollet Mall (5 minute walk)
Things To Do
There’s no one way to do the Walker. Explore the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, enjoy major exhibitions, watch a film, attend a live performance, browse art books, and cap it off with a drink at Cardamom, our beloved Mediterranean restaurant.
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Stroll through the Garden, your open-air museum in the middle of Minneapolis.
Exhibitions
Enjoy major exhibitions by emerging and established artists.
Screenings
Watch a film at the Walker Cinema or Bentson Mediatheque, home to 300 rare titles.
Performances
Attend a live performance at the state-of-the-art McGuire Theater.
Shopping
Shop our selection of Walker exclusives and design objects.
Dining
Dine at Cardamom, our beloved Mediterranean restaurant.
What’s on at the Walker?
What to Expect
Our main entrance is located at Vineland Place across from the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. An additional entrance is on Hennepin Avenue next to Idea House 3. For tickets and assistance, visit the Box Office in the Main Lobby.
The Walker offers a wide range of free, family-friendly activities and programming, and the museum is free to children 18 and under. Have a look at our family resources to make the most of your visit.
Located across from the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, the Walker’s campus includes gallery spaces, the Walker Cinema and Bentson Mediatheque for film screenings, the McGuire Theater for performing arts programs, and the Art Lab for public programming.
Learn more about navigating the Walker on our Accessibility page.
Review our visitor guidelines before your visit, including gallery policies, photography, accessibility, and admission programs.
Tours and Group Visits
The Walker offers guided and self-led tours for individuals, groups, and schools, in both our galleries and the Garden. Have a look at our tour options.
Free Digital Guide
Discover exclusive exhibition content on our free digital guide on Bloomberg Connects.
Families
Find helpful information for families to make the most of your visit to the Walker.
Accessibility
Accessibility is an ongoing priority for our institution. Elevators, lifts, wheelchairs, and other services are available during your visit.
For information, visit our Accessibility page, or stop by the Main Lobby desk at arrival. Questions? Email access@walkerart.org or call 612-375-7564.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
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