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Alexandria Museum of Art

Museum

In downtown Alexandria, Louisiana, the Alexandria Museum of Art stages regional and contemporary exhibitions, educational programs and rotating collections focused on local artists.

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Address: 933 2nd St, Alexandria, LA 71301, United States
Website: amuseum.org
Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm; closed Mondays
Admission: General admission free; donations appreciated (museum run by community organizations)
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About Alexandria Museum of Art

The Alexandria Museum of Art is a regional art museum in downtown Alexandria, Louisiana, dedicated to presenting visual art with an emphasis on the cultural heritage of central Louisiana.

The museum operates gallery spaces for both permanent holdings and temporary exhibitions, and it runs education and outreach programs for local audiences.

Through exhibitions and programs the institution supports contemporary art practices while highlighting artists connected to the region.

The museum is situated in downtown Alexandria and serves as a cultural resource for Rapides Parish and surrounding communities.

  • Regional focus: The museum focuses on collecting and exhibiting works relevant to central Louisiana and supports public programs for schools and community groups.

What to See#

  • Main Galleries: Gallery spaces showing rotating exhibitions of regional and contemporary artists, plus educational programs and community outreach activities.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Alexandria Museum of Art

Visit in spring or fall when Alexandria offers pleasant weather and the museum hosts seasonal exhibitions and community events.

Spring (Mar-May)
March-May · 55-85°F (13-29°C)
Mild days and active gallery programming; ideal for strolling Alexandria's downtown and riverwalk.
Fall (Sep-Nov)
September-November · 60-85°F (16-29°C)
Clearer skies and cultural events in town; museums tend to schedule new shows for the fall season.

Weather & Climate near Alexandria Museum of Art

Climate

Alexandria Museum of Art's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1545 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 3° - 15° 8° 150 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
February - 5° - 18° 12° 122 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
March - 9° - 22° 16° 146 mm - - 3.3 m/s - -
April - 13° - 26° 19° 122 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
May - 18° - 30° 24° 139 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
June - 21° - 33° 27° 123 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
July - 23° - 34° 28° 109 mm - - 1.8 m/s - -
August - 22° - 34° 28° 105 mm - - 1.8 m/s - -
September - 19° - 31° 25° 105 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
October - 13° - 27° 20° 122 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
November - 8° - 21° 15° 139 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
December - 5° - 17° 11° 163 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Alexandria Museum of Art

The museum is in central Alexandria on 2nd Street, a short walk from the Alexandria Riverfront and municipal parking. From US Highway 71/167 follow signs to downtown; there is street parking and public lots nearby. The Alexandria Regional Transit provides limited local bus service; most visitors arrive by car.

Tips for Visiting Alexandria Museum of Art

  • Check the museum's calendar for rotating exhibitions and summer art camps - they often host local artist talks and receptions.
  • The museum sits in Alexandria's historic downtown near the Red River; combine a visit with a walk along the riverfront for period architecture.
  • On weekdays the galleries are quieter; Saturday mornings draw local families.