Rhode Island School of Design Museum (RISD Museum), Providence, RI
Providence, United States
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Museum Address
20 N Main Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Providence, United States
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$12 (Sun free, Thu 17-20 free)
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2 artists in database
The RISD Museum belongs to the Rhode Island School of Design, one of America's top art and design schools. Founded in 1877, the museum holds roughly 100,000 objects spanning 5,000 years, from ancient Egyptian artifacts to contemporary installations. It's considered one of the finest university art museums in the country, punching well above its size.
The painting collection includes works by Edgar Degas, John Singer Sargent, Manet, and Cézanne. The museum is also strong in decorative arts, textiles, and Asian art. Located on Benefit Street in Providence's historic East Side, it's free for Rhode Island residents and RISD students. The building connects several renovated historic structures, giving the galleries an intimate feel that larger museums lack.
Rhode Island School of Design Museum (RISD Museum), Providence, RI in Providence, United States houses 2 masterpieces in our database, including works by Edgar Degas and John Singer Sargent. Notable works include Charles Deering and Study for the Self Portrait.
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European highlights include Edgar Degas's Study for the Self Portrait and John Singer Sargent's portraits. The American and Impressionist collections are also strong.
The collection spans all periods and media, from ancient to contemporary. European galleries cover Impressionism and 19th-century portraiture particularly well. The design school connection means decorative arts, furniture, and textiles get equal billing.
It's at 20 North Main Street in Providence, Rhode Island, on the historic East Side near Brown University. Free for RI residents. The museum occupies several connected buildings along neoclassical Benefit Street, one of the most architecturally preserved streets in America.
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Browse Our CollectionPlease note: Artwork locations and display status may change. Some paintings may be on loan, in restoration, or moved to different galleries within the museum. We recommend contacting Rhode Island School of Design Museum (RISD Museum), Providence, RI directly to confirm specific artwork availability before your visit.
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