Nasher Museum of Art

The Nasher Museum of Art opened its new building designed by architect Rafael Viñoly on October 2, 2005, creating a major new center for the arts on campus. The $23 million museum fosters multidisciplinary learning and serves the Research Triangle Area.

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  • Phone

    (919) 684-5135

  • Website

    nasher.duke.edu

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  • Type

    Art Museum

Address

2001 Campus Dr (at Anderson St.) Durham , NC 27705 United States

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Roger Schonfeld

Great exhibitions . Permanent collection is uneven. Extraordinary spaces deserve better. Cafe had excellent food.

Lydia Oyegunwa

Nasher Museum of Art at 12 minutes drive to the northeast of O2 Dental Group of Durham

The News & Observer

Check out the walk-in installation, called "The Uncertain Museum ", made by Olafur Eliasson in 2004. Follow the link to read about scheduled dinners at the Nasher Museum . Read more

Duke Chronicle

Nasher has showcased exhibits on Picasso and Diego Velazquez over the past couple of years. Now check out its rooms dedicated to abstract artists Felrath Hines and Alma Thomas. Read more

Sofia Uz

Small museum , free on Thursdays after 5.

Ruby Sinreich

Family Day (every 3 months or so) is very fun and FREE. No kids required.

Michael Naclerio

Go here for brunch . order mimosas . look at art .

Duke University

Duke Reunions 2012 - Don't miss the amazing Calder exhibit . Read more

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Metered parking cash or card

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7.5
Café
Nasher Museum Cafe

You can't go wrong with the eggs benedict for weekend brunch. Comes with asparagus, a salad and home fries! - Angie Y.

7.6
Art Gallery
The Carrack

New artists every 12 days. Awesome. And they are booked thru 2012. Go Durham! - Paul Inserra

7.3
Art Gallery
Pleiades Gallery

Lovely little art gallery with popping in if walking by. Always check the upstairs for something fun. - Dan

8.7
Art Gallery
The Fruit (Durham Fruit and Produce Co.)

It is a great event place. During the day, they have amazing art exhibitions and during the night they have great dj performances. Definitely recommend to check their events. - Simal Soydan

9.2
Garden
Sarah P. Duke Gardens

It's a great place to go for a late afternoon walk. Lots of great views. - Andy Gastauer

9.1
Church
Duke University Chapel

Beautiful pipe-organs and excellent music make services here a joy to attend. - Brock

9.0
Brewery
Fullsteam Brewery

Really enjoyed the variety of beers here! They also have a great selection of board games to play while you drink. - jiresell