Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art — Attraction in Paradise

The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art, nestled within the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) campus.

Visitors are often impressed by the museum’s well-curated exhibitions that showcase a diverse range of artists and perspectives. The rotating exhibits ensure that there’s always something new to explore, making repeat visits worthwhile. The museum’s commitment to featuring artists from historically marginalized backgrounds adds depth and relevance to its collections. 

The museum’s intimate setting allows for a more personal and immersive experience. The gallery spaces are thoughtfully arranged, with ample lighting and seating areas that invite contemplation. The presence of a zine library and art creation station further enhances the interactive and educational aspects of the museum. 

While parking can be a minor inconvenience, with limited short-term spots available at $1.75 per hour, the overall experience more than compensates for this. The museum’s location, just a short drive from the Las Vegas Strip, makes it an accessible and worthwhile detour for those seeking a cultural escape from the city’s usual hustle...

This museum has one large and well used gallery space smartly divided into smaller exhibitions. This presents well curated and always diverse collections of artists’ work. The artists are from various backgrounds and points of view.

What I was told was the only art museum in Las Vegas, is an absolute gem. The museum has a strong connection to the community and the region.

I visited for a second time recently after four months. This allowed me to see another grouping of works. I was able to see the consistency of high-level artists with diverse perspectives and thought-provoking exhibitions.

The staff is friendly and helpful. There’s also a small sitting area with several chairs to relax, to read the books connected to the exhibitions that are provided, or just to allow absorption of the works exhibited.

The Barrack Museum of Art is such a critical cultural asset to the community....

The Community Arts Day featured a show called Sorry for the Mess. This show honors the people that are usually invisible janitors and others that work to make places better. Much of the artwork was done on paper or cardboard (reclaimed from the dumpster no less.) The show featured Murrky Waters on vibraphone. He premiered a 20 minute piece written especially for this show. For kids there wasalso a story time every hour. For everyone there were many tables set up so everyone could make their own art. And there was...