FRYE ART MUSEUM

SEATTLE, WA

The Frye Art Museum is a contemporary art museum located in Seattle, Washington. The museum was founded in 1952 by Charles and Emma Frye, who were avid art collectors. The Frye Art Museum's collection houses over 2,300 pieces of art, including paintings, sculptures, and works on paper. The collection features a variety of art movements, including German Expressionism, American Realism, and Abstract Expressionism.

In addition to its permanent collection, the Frye Art Museum hosts a number of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, showcasing the work of local, national, and international artists. The museum is committed to showcasing the work of emerging artists and is known for its focus on contemporary art.

The Frye Art Museum is housed in a historic building that was originally built as a home in 1911. The building underwent extensive renovations in the 1990s to transform it into a museum. The museum's interior features a mix of modern and historic elements, including marble floors and contemporary lighting fixtures.

Admission to the Frye Art Museum is free, and the museum is open seven days a week. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs for visitors of all ages, including lectures, workshops, and tours. Overall, the Frye Art Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in contemporary art in the Seattle area.

FRYE ART MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in SEATTLE WA. US MID #8405300359

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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FREE PUBLIC ART MUSEUM
PO BOX 3005
SEATTLE
WA
98114-3005

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