AMWA | Museum FAQ
Thank you for your interest in the American Museum of Western Art (AMWA).
Please consider visiting the museum, or taking part in one of the collection-related art programs. To help ensure that you have the best possible experience, please review this list of frequently asked questions. If you have a question that is not answered on this page, please call the museum at (303) 293-2000 or send an email from the contact page.
*Please note that messages will only be returned on weekdays.
Hours & Admission
What are the museum’s open hours?
The American Museum of Western Art (AMWA) is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 am – 4:30 pm. Please note that the museum stops admitting new guests at 4:00 pm.
AMWA also offers school tours and private group tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays, by appointment only. Please visit our Group Tours Page to request a school or private group tour.
Where is the museum located?
The American Museum of Western Art is in the heart of downtown Denver in the historic Navarre Building, located at 1727 Tremont Pl, Denver, CO, 80202.
Where can I find parking for the museum?
The American Museum of Western Art does not have on-site parking and does not offer free or discounted off-site parking. However, there are nearby meters, parking lots, and garages. Information on parking locations and pricing can be found here.
How much is admission?
Guided Tours: $10 ($7 for students, seniors, and veterans)
Private group tours (by appointment only): $10 ($200 minimum).
Please note that the museum does not allow children under 8 years of age.
Do you offer any discounts?
As a Blue Star Museum, AMWA offers free Self-Guided Tours to active-duty military personnel and their families.
We also offer free Self-Guided Tours (up to four people) to MY Denver Card holder and EBT participants.
School Tours and Outreach & Accessibility Tours are free (by appointment only).
Guided Tours are normally $10 but are discounted to $7 for students, seniors, and veterans.
Does the museum have a café or a restaurant?
No, the museum does not have a café or a restaurant; however, there are many within a two-block radius of AMWA. Please note that food and beverages, including water, are not permitted in the galleries. These items can be left with a staff member at the complimentary coat check before entering the galleries.
How do I purchase a ticket?
Tickets may be purchased online by selecting a time and date from the calendar, or at the door with a debit or credit card. Guided Tours are limited to 15 people, so we recommend purchasing those tickets before your arrival. Please note that the last entry is at 4:00 PM.
Museum Guidelines & Policies
Where can I review visitor guidelines?
You can find the rules for our art museum on our visitor guidelines page.
Is there an age restriction?
Children under 8 years of age are not permitted in the museum. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults can supervise up to four children.
Can I bring my baby if they are in a stroller or baby carrier?
No. Children under 8 years of age are not permitted in the museum, even if they are carried. AMWA does not allow strollers.
Are service animals permitted in the museum?
Yes, service animals are permitted in the museum.
Can I bring food/drink into the museum?
Food and beverages, including bottles of water, are not permitted in AMWA’s galleries.
Do you allow photography in the museum?
No. Photography of all kinds is prohibited at AMWA. This includes phone cameras and video recording devices of any kind.
What is your bag policy?
Aside from small purses and fanny packs, AMWA does not allow backpacks or bags to be carried in the galleries. Please check large items, including bags, backpacks, and coats, at the complimentary coat check.
Can I walk around the museum, leave for lunch, and come back?
If you purchase tickets to either Guided or Self-Guided Tours, you can leave and come back again on the same day. We recommend notifying the front desk if you want to leave and come back so they note your intention to return.
The last entry for new or returning visitors is 4:00 pm. AMWA closes at 4:30 pm.
How long does it take to see the museum?
Guided Tours are 90 minutes to 2 hours.
There is no time limit on Self-Guided Tours; however, the museum closes at 4:30 pm. An audio guide comes with Self-Guided Tours and runs approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Artwork on Display
What types of artwork are on display?
AMWA is a Western American art museum that offers an intimate exploration of over 300 paintings and sculptures by more than 180 artists. The artwork varies in style and includes pieces from the early 1800s to the present day.
How often do the exhibits change?
The Anschutz Collection is on permanent display. The paintings and sculptures on display are rarely changed out. The museum only displays the Anschutz Collection and does not have special exhibitions.
How can I learn more about the pieces on display?
Self-Guided Tours come with a complimentary audio guide device. Docent-led Guided Tours are available at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm on open days.
AMWA offers a variety of art enrichment activities and special programs that will help you learn more about the art and artists in the Collection. Learn more about our special art programs.
AMWA also sells a museum catalog, Painters and the American West: Volume II, which can be purchased online or at our museum gift shop.
Accessibility Information
Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
AMWA is wheelchair accessible. There is a ramp on the right side of the building that leads to the front door. Once inside, there is an elevator that goes to all the gallery floors. The museum has one wheelchair available for guest use inside the building.
Are there places to rest throughout the museum?
There are several benches and chairs throughout the museum for our guests to stop and enjoy the artwork, or take a rest.
Does the museum offer low-sensory tours?
Yes. AMWA offers organized low-sensory and accessible group tours. Staff members can customize an experience for your group. Please complete the Outreach Group Tour Form to request low-sensory or accessible group tours.
Does the museum take donations or purchase new artwork?
As the Museum only holds and displays The Anschutz Collection, we are not actively acquiring other works.
Can someone at the museum tell me what my artwork is worth?
AMWA does not appraise artwork. To learn more about appraising artwork, including professional appraisers in your area, please visit the Smithsonian Institution’s website.
