Nasher Museum of Art Museum
University art museum with contemporary and global collections
On Duke University's campus, the Nasher Museum of Art displays contemporary and historical works through rotating exhibitions, lectures and university programmes.
Nasher Museum of Art at a Glance#
Address: 2001 Campus Dr, Durham, NC 27705, United States (Duke University)
Website: https://nasher.duke.edu/
Hours: Tue-Sat 10:00am-5:00pm, Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm, closed Mondays
Admission: Free admission for university students and staff; general admission typically free (check institution pages for special exhibition fees)
About Nasher Museum of Art#
The Nasher Museum of Art is an art museum on the campus of Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, established in the mid-2000s and named for collector Raymond Nasher. It serves as Duke’s primary museum for visual art and public programs.
Galleries present changing temporary exhibitions alongside displays drawn from the museum’s collection, with a focus that includes contemporary and global art. Educational programs and campus partnerships are a regular part of the museum’s offerings.
The museum building was designed by architect Rafael Viñoly and opened in the 2000s following Nasher’s gift to the university. It was created to function as both a teaching museum and a public cultural venue.
The museum sits on Duke University’s West Campus in Durham, close to other academic facilities and campus landmarks such as the Duke Chapel.
- Location: Located on Duke University’s West Campus in Durham, adjacent to academic buildings and campus plazas.
- Name and building: Building designed by architect Rafael Viñoly and named after collector Raymond Nasher following a major gift.
How to Get to Nasher Museum of Art#
The Nasher Museum of Art is on Duke University’s West Campus in Durham, North Carolina. It’s accessible via campus shuttles and local bus routes; parking is available in campus lots. From downtown Durham allow 10-15 minutes by car depending on traffic.
Tips for Visiting Nasher Museum of Art#
- Check the Duke University calendar for public lectures and gallery talks-Nasher-hosted events often coincide with exhibitions and offer deeper insight.
- The museum's modernist building is compact-allow 60-90 minutes to see the collection and any temporary shows.
- Parking on campus can be limited during semester-take a campus shuttle or public transit when possible.
Best Time to Visit Nasher Museum of Art#
Visit during the academic year for the fullest schedule of exhibitions and public programs.
Weather & Climate near Nasher Museum of Art#
Nasher 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 -2°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1142 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -2° - 10° | 2° | 100 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -1° - 13° | 4° | 90 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 3° - 17° | 10° | 106 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 8° - 23° | 15° | 78 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 13° - 27° | 20° | 107 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 18° - 30° | 24° | 95 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 20° - 33° | 26° | 109 mm | - | - | 2.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 31° | 25° | 109 mm | - | - | 1.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 16° - 28° | 22° | 98 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 9° - 23° | 16° | 87 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 18° | 11° | 82 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 0° - 12° | 4° | 81 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
