American Visionary Art Museum

Baltimore, Maryland

American Visionary Art Museum

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Category: Museums

About

Overview

The American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) specializes in the preservation and display of outsider art—art produced by self-taught individuals. It is located near Federal Hill.

Highlights

The museum is known for its unique, often whimsical architecture and thought-provoking exhibitions. The 'Whirligig' sculpture outside is a local landmark.

Things to Do

Visitors can explore the main building and the sculpture barn, shop in the eclectic gift store, and enjoy the museum's creative and unconventional atmosphere.