About
See Lucas Museum of Narrative Art on view this weekend.
The newly opened Lucas Museum makes visual storytelling itself the subject, placing illustration, comics, cinema, murals, and painting within the same institution. More than 30 galleries feature artists ranging from Artemisia Gentileschi and Norman Rockwell to Frida Kahlo, Frank Frazetta, and Robert Crumb, making this particularly worthwhile for visitors whose interests cross traditional art and popular culture. Do not miss the pairing of the 300,000-square-foot building with its park and gardens.
What to expect
Reserve a timed-entry ticket before going, including for children or members. Choose Friday or Saturday if you want the longest museum day, since both stay open until 9pm; other open days end at 5pm. Begin with the galleries and use the museum’s web-based Digital Guide to choose among the exhibitions and artists rather than attempting every room. For a shorter visit, concentrate on the galleries and theaters included with admission. For a fuller day, add the Research Library, Skywalker Grill or Café, then finish in the ticket-free park and gardens before sunset.
Good to know
- The museum is open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10am to 5pm; Friday from 10am to 9pm; Saturday from 9am to 9pm; and Sunday from 9am to 5pm, with Tuesday closed.
- The final visitor entry is 45 minutes before closing, and every gallery visitor needs an advance timed-entry ticket.
- The park and gardens open at 8am and close at sunset; the park, store, Skywalker Grill, and Café do not require museum admission.
- The closest rail stop is Expo/Vermont on Metro’s E Line; paid parking is available in two museum structures and four additional Exposition Park structures.
- Bags larger than 11 by 16.5 by 8 inches are not permitted, and smaller backpacks must be carried by hand or worn on the front inside the museum.
Common questions
How much is admission?
Adults pay $25, seniors age 65 and older pay $21, and visitors age 17 and younger receive free general admission.
Do I need to reserve in advance?
Yes. Every visitor, including members, children, and infants, must reserve a timed-entry ticket in advance.
What are the museum’s weekly hours?
The museum is closed Tuesday, opens at 10am Monday and Wednesday through Friday, and opens at 9am Saturday and Sunday; Friday and Saturday continue until 9pm.
What does general admission include?
General admission includes the galleries, exhibitions, and theaters on Levels 1, 4, and 5, but paid programs cost extra.
Do children need their own tickets?
Yes. Admission is free for ages 17 and younger, but each child still needs a reserved timed-entry ticket.
How can I get there by public transit?
Use the Metro E Line to Expo/Vermont, or take the Metro Local 204 bus to the Vermont and 39th Street stop.