San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts to Offer Free Admission

SAN ANGELO, TX - The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts has announced that beginning January 2, admission will be free to all gallery visitors.

"Moving to free admission will positively reflect the museum's dedication to keeping art accessible and community-focused," information stated. 

SAMFA’s new Executive Director, Seth Hopkins, says he is pleased the board has taken this action, noting, “SAMFA’s tagline is 'Art is for everyone.' I think being free and open to the public is an important way to live up to that motto.” 

The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts will continue to offer a membership program that will allow visitors an enhanced museum-going experience. Membership benefits include invitations to panel discussions, discounts on Clay Studio classes and workshops, and discounts on tickets to Chamber Music Series concerts.

All visitors are encouraged to take full advantage of free museum admission to enjoy world-class rotating art exhibits, as well as attend other free events at SAMFA such as a monthly Family Day. 

SAMFA is open Tuesday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursdays from noon to 7 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays.

The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The museum is supported by generous contributions from both individuals and businesses. For more information about SAMFA, go to www.samfa.org.