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Morris Museum of Art

1 Tenth Street, Augusta, GA 30901
706-724-7501
Ranked #3 of 15 attractions in Augusta
4.5 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Owner description: Located on the Riverwalk in downtown Augusta, the Morris is the oldest museum in the country dedicated to the art and artists of the American South.... more » Owner description: Located on the Riverwalk in downtown Augusta, the Morris is the oldest museum in the country dedicated to the art and artists of the American South. Its permanent collection includes nearly 5,000 works of art, dating from the late-eighteenth century to the present. The Morris also hosts twelve or more special exhibitions every year and provides a rich variety of public programs and events. Admission is FREE every Sunday. « less
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North Augusta, SC
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

A wonderful museum with lots of free activities for children and great music programs, too. The art is definitely worth a visit, too. The museum has free admission on Sundays and is closed on Mondays.

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Augusta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Great gift shop... Fantastic collection of southern art... Wonderful traveling exhibits.. Great education opportunities for adults and children. Excellent lectures by artists and art at lunch experience.

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012
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only been here once.lots of interesting sights to see with details to every aspects

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012
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Just about everything. Very well done. Not to big and cluttered.

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Joliette, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012
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Mary Whyte exposition is outstanding. Very nice pieces all over the museum. Free on sunday and conveniente location

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brasfrd rd. Augusta
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012
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wonderful collection, facility. Ist rate museum. Frequent featured artists and rotated permanent collection, Coulod offer more meaningful instrustion or art appreiation.

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Arkansas
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012
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Good collection with lots of variety. Be sure to see the back rooms where the exhibits change more frequently.

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Knoxville
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
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Walked across the street from our hotel to investigate this museum and so glad we did. It only took about an hour to tour the second floor art gallery but we enjoyed every minute. Wide variety of styles of artwork from 19th century portraits to modern works. We were enthralled with the special display of Mary Whyte's artwork. It's something... More

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Augusta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011
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Definitely worth a visit. Significant collection of southern artists set in a gorgeous building. Affordable everyday and FREE on Sunday.

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NorthAmerica
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2011
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At a recent event at The Imperial I was compelled to FINALLY get myself over to The Morris (one of the oldest museums in the USA). They work quite diligently to obtain and hold some lovely works, and for that must be commended. The facility IS brilliantly done for the environs. It's not a STAND-OUT place to visit (it is... More

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