Attractions
Photography and Exhibition
It is a place that will allow you to capture its beauty in your camera. Georgia O’Keeffe is a great place for photography inside as well as outside. The museum exhibits the various items from the collections that rotate throughout the year in the Museum Galleries. From time to time the piece of art in the exhibition is changed for the viewers. There is a museum shop holding enough amount of books about the life of O’Keeffe. You can read from the books and know about the life of this great artist.
Creative Work
Georgia O’Keeffe’s offers the visitors to get closer to the artistic and compositional techniques. They allow you to indulge in extra activities that are made for family fun and enjoyment. Various activities include cloud painting, drawing exercise, watercolor art, and advertising. Whatever you want to do; you can try on your own with their creative ideas.
O’Keeffe’s Home “Abiquiu”
Abiquiu is a small village where O’Keeffe used to live and work. It is located adjacent to the O’Keeffe Welcome Center which is now owned by O’Keeffe Museum Foundation. It offers viewers a chance to see and feel the time and love O’Keeffe dedicated to this special property.
Facts
- This place is dedicated to Georgia Totto O’Keeffe who was an American artist recognized as the “Mother of American modernism”.
- At the museum, they allow amateur photography only; you cannot use the images for commercial purposes.
What to expect
Tours are approximately 90 minutes in length. You need to make an early reservation online available at the official website. The staff there is friendly and will guide you throughout the exhibit galleries. The tour is all about the paintings and artwork of O’Keeffe. The museum opens daily at 9:00 am and closes at 5:00 pm. You will typically need 45 minutes to 1 ½ hour for a visit to this place.
Activities
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum is well known for its art exhibits. You can come here to see and analyze the artistic work done by her. There is also a museum shop from where you can purchase the regional painting made by innovative designers.
Plan your visit
The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. So, make your plans accordingly. Don’t come here on holidays as it is closed on New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
