Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas

Even if you have no interest in decorative Japanese arts, you should come just for the amazing architecture of this museum. And if, like me, you love Asian arts and architecture, you’ll be in heaven!
The unique design of this museum only highlights its wonderful assembly of items. Each is well labeled so you know exactly what you’re looking at. The collection has pieces dating from the beginning of pottery in Japan to modern day. There’s also wood, metal, and fabric arts represented.
And it’s free. There’s no reason not to go!

A quiet little gem in downtown Dallas. There is currently an exhibit on Japan. It was fantastic- and free! Well organized, beautifully displayed, and lots of information. Can’t wait to see the next exhibit.

The Crow Museum in Dallas is an enchanting destination that offers an immersive experience into the rich tapestry of Asian art and culture. Nestled in the heart of the city, this gem of a museum captivates visitors with its diverse collection, engaging exhibits, and serene ambiance. Having recently visited, I found myself thoroughly impressed by the museum's offerings.

One of the most striking aspects of the Crow Museum is its collection of Asian art. Spanning centuries and encompassing a wide range of mediums, the pieces on display showcase the beauty, intricacy, and diversity of the continent's artistic traditions. From delicate porcelain and breathtaking calligraphy to vibrant paintings and awe-inspiring sculptures, every corner of the museum is adorned with treasures waiting to be discovered.

If you're a fan of Asian art or simply appreciate beauty and culture, the Crow Museum of Asian Art is an absolute must-visit. Its captivating collection, serene ambiance, educational value, and friendly staff make it a 5-star destination in my book. I'm grateful to have discovered this hidden gem, and I can't wait to go back for more enriching experiences.

The museum is free, but you can give a donation to the front desk at the main entrance. There is a clear box built into the reception desk lined with yen and yuan and there is a slot at the top where you can insert your donation. It's a beautiful place to visit.

I deeply enjoyed the Montgomery Collection showcased currently at the Crow museum of Asian Art. The ceramic pieces were exquisite and the painted war screens were larger than life.

I really enjoyed visiting this museum today. The museum promotes cross-cultural understanding and appreciation for Asian art and heritage. Very unique ❤06/23/2023

A small, quiet and cool free museum of Asian art in the heart of Dallas. There's a lot of different pieces from pottery to tapestries and pot hangers, things you've never considered as art but are. I enjoyed all the Japanese tapestries and explanations provided.

Very clean, quiet and beautiful. The architecture and interior design were very nice. Probably a 1-2 hour museum.

An absolutely exquisite free museum with a collection from Japan with Meiji pottery and textiles when we visited. So divine and we saw so many pottery including kintsugi pieces.

From the darkest depths of the fragile crust on which we eke out our existence the most beautiful objects have bloomed. To stumble upon such unexpected objects must be revolutionary for the mind, that nature can create such things cements it glory and makes you question its consciousness. Of course I’m talking of the crystal exhibit. Similar feelings are evoked by the intricate man mad objects on display.

My favorite museum in Dallas! Nice setting and ambience, not too big, lots of pieces in a smaller but upscale place with good lighting and piece history. There were people working there who will answer questions about exhibit pieces. The pieces were really extraordinary too! Lovely museum of art from all over Asia with a broad variety of mediums on display. All eras , ancient to contemporary. Even some old structures and doors on display. Oh and not to mention that entry is totally free!

Extraordinary museum, exhibits change, when I was there in Sept 2022 they included a collection of Vishnu statues, raw minerals from Chinese mines, and swords/knives/jewelry from Mughal era India. Fantastic

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Lots of really interesting exhibits from various asian cultutres. It was under renovation or else the exhibits would be much longer. Speaking with the staff they expect renovation to be complete around late April or early May.

This is one of my favorite places in Dallas! It's not very big; you can easily see the whole museum in an hour or two. But almost EVERY piece in the museum is exquisite and absolutely worth seeing. It's one of the only museums that makes me actually take my time appreciating every little thing. The Art of Lacquer and Jacob Hashimoto exhibits they have right now are particularly beautiful!

Amazing free museum with wonderful staff. This small museum is amazing and always has some of the most beautiful and unique exhibits on display. Myself and my girls, both under 10 enjoyed it very much. Some people may be underwhelmed comparing it large museums like the DMA but this intimate setting is amazing to really get a close look at the art on display. We were in for the Divine Spark: Kana Harada exbit as well as the Born of Fire: Contemporary Japanese Women Ceramic Artists exibit and my girls enjoyed them both so very much. The front receptionist was so very kind, offered free masks and even gave a bag check for our belongs to not carry them through out the museum. I appreciate how kind all of the staff were and the art was beautiful as always. I love coming here once or twice a year to see the changing exsibits. Amazing display of Asian Art.

Great place to take the family and dates. Get to see a beautiful private collection of Asian art. From priceless jade pieces to large items. And best of all it is free! From time to time the collection rotates. When we’re in town we always make a stop.

This is such a beautiful museum! Located downtown, within walking distance of other museums and a park. It's so wonderful to walk through this place. Lots of history and very interesting information as well. If you love beautiful art, this is well worth a visit. It never seems to be crowded either.

You would think it’s too good to be true for there to be a free museum?! But yes this museum is completely free. Tons of cool Asian art. Very nicely kept museum.

Beautiful Asian art museum in downtown Dallas, and while parking is a challenge, if you're walking by it's certainly worthwhile. A very aesthetically pleasing collection that spans more than what I've shared, and the staff were VERY friendly and respectful to us!