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Martin Museum of Art

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Art museum
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Address
60 Baylor Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
Website
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Phone
(254) 710-6371
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SuSunday: 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
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Monday: Closed
TuTuesday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
WeWednesday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
ThThursday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
FrFriday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
SaSaturday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
60 Baylor Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
Thursday: 10AM–4PM
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TuWeThFrSaShow times
SuSunday: 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
Mo
Monday: Closed
TuTuesday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
WeWednesday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
ThThursday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
FrFriday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
SaSaturday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
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About

The Martin Museum of Art, located at Baylor University, is a university art museum that boasts a diverse permanent collection and hosts various exhibitions and events. The museum's 1300-object permanent collection features artwork by renowned artists such as Robert Rauschenberg, Kathe Kollwitz, Francisco de Goya, and Edouard-Leon Cortes. Additionally, the museum showcases the artistic talent of Baylor University's own art program through student and professor exhibitions.
Why you should go
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  1. Explore a diverse range of artwork from internationally recognized artists to student creations
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  2. Enjoy free admission to view both permanent and temporary exhibitions
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  3. Learn about various mediums including ceramics, photography, and more

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This art museum is a lively little space with several rambling rooms. When I visited the galleries were divided into two separate exhibits and an art studio room geared toward kids. The gallery shares a building with the art, art history, and theater departments, along with a large performance hall. It was a bit difficult to find visitor parking close enough for a hundred degree day, though the science museum is just across the main street.
An incredible experience! Our group of students and teachers absolutely loved visiting the Martin Museum of Art. The art was inspiring, and the staff, professors and students were all incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. A hidden gem on Baylor’s campus!
A nice, small gallery, perfect for walking through when you have some time to kill and are interested. Definitely stop by, the student works on display are all wonderful and they usually have a special exhibit for the season. There's no cost of admission and the special exhibits are usually authentic, not replicas. One of the best art museums in Waco, despite its' humble size. This is my review, so I'll say that I think it's just the right size. Plenty to see if you know where to look, and not so much to see that you exhaust yourself and don't get to finish what else you want to do.
This art museum is a lively little space with several rambling rooms. When I visited the galleries were divided into two separate exhibits and an art studio room geared toward kids. The gallery shares a building with the art, art history, and theater departments, along with a large performance hall. It was a bit difficult to find visitor parking close enough for a hundred degree day, though the science museum is just across the main street.
An incredible experience! Our group of students and teachers absolutely loved visiting the Martin Museum of Art. The art was inspiring, and the staff, professors and students were all incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. A hidden gem on Baylor’s campus!
A nice, small gallery, perfect for walking through when you have some time to kill and are interested. Definitely stop by, the student works on display are all wonderful and they usually have a special exhibit for the season. There's no cost of admission and the special exhibits are usually authentic, not replicas. One of the best art museums in Waco, despite its' humble size. This is my review, so I'll say that I think it's just the right size. Plenty to see if you know where to look, and not so much to see that you exhaust yourself and don't get to finish what else you want to do.
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Know before you go

  • Visit when classes are in session or during special events at Hooper-Schaefer Fine Arts Center for extended access
  • Take advantage of headphones provided for curated information while admiring the artwork
  • Respect the no photography policy inside galleries to avoid any conflicts with staff members
  • Plan your visit around seasonal special exhibits for an enhanced museum experience

Reviews

The Martin Museum of Art, operated by the Baylor University Art Department, offers a unique experience for art enthusiasts. While some visitors appreciate the diverse and wonderful student works on display along with special exhibits, others find it lacking in traditional art pieces. The museum's permanent collection features renowned artists like Robert Rauschenberg and Edouard-Leon Cortes, as well as showcasing talents from Baylor University's own art program. Visitors have enjoyed learning about Japanese wood block prints and listening to curated information while exploring the eclectic collection of student art.
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5/5Josh
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Jul 5, 2024 from
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This art museum is a lively little space with several rambling rooms. When I visited the galleries were divided into two separate exhibits and an art studio room geared toward kids. The gallery shares a building with the art, art history, and theater departments, along with a large performance hall. It was a bit difficult to find visitor parking close enough for a hundred degree day, though the science museum is just across the main street.
5/5Hannah W
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Apr 25, 2025 from
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An incredible experience! Our group of students and teachers absolutely loved visiting the Martin Museum of Art. The art was inspiring, and the staff, professors and students were all incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. A hidden gem on Baylor’s campus!
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Jun 16, 2019 from
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A nice, small gallery, perfect for walking through when you have some time to kill and are interested. Definitely stop by, the student works on display are all wonderful and they usually have a special exhibit for the season. There's no cost of admission and the special exhibits are usually authentic, not replicas. One of the best art museums in Waco, despite its' humble size. This is my review, so I'll say that I think it's just the right size. Plenty to see if you know where to look, and not so much to see that you exhaust yourself and don't get to finish what else you want to do.
2/5Charity
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May 14, 2024 from
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It isn’t the kind of art museum you might think. It’s actually for the Baylor Art students pieces of art. I really don’t recommend this place if you are wanting to see art. There isn’t much in there.
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Feb 19, 2022 from
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I want to start by saying that the art was absolutely lovely. That’s where the positivity ends. The woman working at the desk was quite rude when I tried to take a photo of a painting. It is not posted anywhere inside the galleries about no photography. She needs to work on her ability to work with the public and possibly her ability to be a nice human. I traveled two hours to come here today, and I will not be back not that it matters.
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Map
Address
60 Baylor Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
Website
https://martinmuseum.artsandsciences.baylor.edu/
Phone
(254) 710-6371
Hours
SuSunday: 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
Mo
Monday: Closed
TuTuesday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
WeWednesday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
ThThursday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
FrFriday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
SaSaturday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
60 Baylor Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
Thursday: 10AM–4PM
SuMo
TuWeThFrSaShow times
SuSunday: 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
Mo
Monday: Closed
TuTuesday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
WeWednesday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
ThThursday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
FrFriday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
SaSaturday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
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