Baltimore Museum of Art
Maryland
The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) is a premier art institution located in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 1914. It holds a vast collection of approximately 95,000 objects, including more than 1,000 works by Henri Matisse, anchored by the exceptional Cone Collection assembled by Baltimore sisters Claribel and Etta Cone. The museum's holdings span a wide range of art forms and periods, featuring European and American paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, African art, Asian art, textiles, and ancient Antioch mosaics. The BMA is housed in a distinguished neoclassical building designed by architect John Russell Pope in the 1920s, complemented by two landscaped gardens with 20th-century sculptures. It is situated adjacent to the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus but operates independently. The Cone Collection is a highlight, with significant works by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, Paul Gauguin, Vincent van Gogh, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, donated by the Cone sisters. The museum also boasts one of the nation's finest collections of prints, drawings, and photographs, as well as an acclaimed French mid-19th-century art collection from George A. Lucas. Since 2006, the BMA has offered free general admission year-round, enhancing accessibility. The museum also features "Gertrude's Chesapeake Kitchen," a popular on-site restaurant. The BMA hosts rotating exhibitions, including notable shows like "Matisse in Vence: The Stations of the Cross," reflecting its commitment to both historical and contemporary art.
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Astuce: Visitors should reserve free general admission tickets online to ensure entry and check the museum's extended Thursday hours until 9 p.m. The best time to visit is from Wednesday to Sunday during open hours, with spring and early summer exhibitions offering unique experiences. Sculpture gardens are open from 10 a.m. until dusk, weather permitting. Membership options provide early access to exhibitions and programs. Advance booking for guided adult tours is recommended to enrich the visit.
Faits intéressants
- •The BMA holds over 1,000 works by Henri Matisse, making it home to one of the largest Matisse collections worldwide.
- •The Cone Collection includes masterpieces by Picasso, Cézanne, Degas, Gauguin, van Gogh, and Renoir, donated by two Baltimore sisters.
- •The museum's neoclassical building was designed by prominent American architect John Russell Pope in the 1920s.
- •Since 2006, the Baltimore Museum of Art has offered free general admission year-round, enhancing public access to art.
- •The BMA is located adjacent to Johns Hopkins University's Homewood campus but operates as an independent institution.
Histoire
The Baltimore Museum of Art was officially incorporated in 1914 following a city-wide initiative after the devastating Great Baltimore Fire of 1904, which highlighted the need for cultural institutions.
Initially, the museum began with a single painting, "Mischief" by William Sergeant Kendall, and temporarily housed its collection at the Peabody Institute.
By 1915, plans were made to establish a permanent home in the Wyman Park area near the Johns Hopkins University campus, culminating in the construction of the neoclassical building designed by John Russell Pope in the 1920s.
Over the decades, the museum expanded its collections significantly, notably with the acquisition of the Cone Collection and the George A.
Lucas collection.
Since 2006, it has offered free general admission, marking a significant shift toward public accessibility.
Guide du lieu
The Cone Collection
This collection features over a thousand works by Henri Matisse and includes masterpieces by Picasso, Cézanne, Degas, Gauguin, van Gogh, and Renoir, amassed by Claribel and Etta Cone. It is the highlight of the museum and a major draw for visitors interested in modern art.
Neoclassical Building1920s
Designed by John Russell Pope in the 1920s, this 210,000-square-foot building is a landmark example of neoclassical architecture, housing the museum's extensive collections and galleries.
Sculpture Gardens
Two landscaped gardens surrounding the museum showcase sculptures from the 20th century and provide a scenic outdoor experience for visitors.
Gertrude's Chesapeake Kitchen
An on-site restaurant operated by chef John Shields, offering visitors a chance to enjoy local cuisine within the museum premises.
Contact
Téléphone: (443) 573-1700
