The Margaret Harwell Art Museum

The Margaret Harwell Art Museum The Margaret Harwell is a public art museum in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Come on in, admission is free! When Mrs. In 1980, the city purchased the J.L.
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Proud member of The Missouri Arts Council, https://www.missouriartscouncil.org/
The Margaret Harwell Art Museum in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, owes its existence to the generosity of its namesake and benefactor, the late Margaret Harwell -- an amateur artist, businesswoman and civic leader. Harwell died in 1977, she left a part of her estate to the City of Poplar Bluff to establish a center for art cl

asses and exhibits. In 1978, an Arts and Museum Advisory Board was formed to take on the task. Dalton home, itself rich in local history and architecture, to house the museum. The Margaret Harwell Art Museum opened to the public in November 1981.

Here are the winners of the 39th Annual Pictures by the People! We had so many excellent entries from so many talented p...
08/27/2026

Here are the winners of the 39th Annual Pictures by the People! We had so many excellent entries from so many talented photographers. They'll be on display until Sunday, August 30th. Don't miss your chance to see them up close!

08/26/2026

It was great visiting with Morgan and Steve from the Poplar Bluff Chamber. Thank you for your support!

08/12/2026

Experience the beauty of local culture at The Margaret Harwell Art Museum! 🎨🏛️

Located in a stunning historic home in Poplar Bluff, this museum features rotating monthly exhibits, a unique gift shop, and a peaceful sculpture garden. It is the perfect afternoon trip for our guests looking to explore the art and history of the area during their stay at Midway.

We are handling awards a little differently this year! All photos will be displayed and ready to enjoy at our ice cream ...
08/07/2026

We are handling awards a little differently this year! All photos will be displayed and ready to enjoy at our ice cream social this Sunday from 5-7, but you'll have to wait until the end of the exhibit to find out the winners! Winning photos will be posted here on Facebook, and winners will be notified by phone.

08/02/2026

Attention photographers! We are extending the deadline to submit for Pictures by the People until Friday at 4!

Please call us at (573)686-8002 or email us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Pictures by the People is quickly approaching! Don't forget to drop off your entries at the museum. We can't wait to see...
07/30/2026

Pictures by the People is quickly approaching! Don't forget to drop off your entries at the museum. We can't wait to see everyone's photographs!

07/24/2026

It's going to be a purr-fect evening 🐈🐾
Appreciate the artwork, enjoy some refreshments, and place your bids to support the animals!

We would like to say a big 'thank you' to John Lichtenegger for generously donating a new painting to the museum! "Colca...
07/23/2026

We would like to say a big 'thank you' to John Lichtenegger for generously donating a new painting to the museum!

"Colca" by the late watercolor artist Victor Martinez now resides in the Friends gallery as part of our permanent collection. Come on in and take a look at this stunning depiction of life in the Andean Valley of Colca in Peru.

Don't worry if you couldn't make it to the Unleashing reception. You can place your bid any time between now and the Tai...
07/13/2026

Don't worry if you couldn't make it to the Unleashing reception. You can place your bid any time between now and the Tail End on Friday the 24th!

Address

421 N Main
Poplar Bluff, MO
63901

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 1pm - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15736868002

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