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Norman Rockwell Museum Norman Rockwell Museum Norman Rockwell Museum is the preeminent museum of American illustration art.
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Dedicated to art education and art appreciation inspired by the enduring legacy of Norman Rockwell, the Museum stewards the world’s largest and most significant collection of Rockwell art, and presents the works of contemporary and past masters of illustration. The Museum’s holdings include Rockwell's last studio, moved from its original location to the Museum grounds, and the Norman Rockwell Archives, a 200,000-object collection undergoing digital preservation through ProjectNORMAN, “A Save America’s Treasures Project.” The Museum is also home to the new Rockwell Center for American Visual Studies, the nation’s first research institute devoted to the art of illustration. In 2008, Norman Rockwell Museum became the first-ever museum recipient of the National Humanities Medal, America’s highest honor in the field.

How well do YOU know Norman Rockwell's art? Comment below if you recognize the details from this painting.Let's see how ...
10/20/2026

How well do YOU know Norman Rockwell's art? Comment below if you recognize the details from this painting.

Let's see how many people know which Rockwell painting this is from! 👀

There’s still time, but not much! Wander through sprawling galleries, discover iconic works, and experience the stories ...
10/19/2026

There’s still time, but not much! Wander through sprawling galleries, discover iconic works, and experience the stories that shaped a nation in our exhibition, "American Stories: Revolution to Rockwell."

This once-in-a-generation exhibition transforms the entire Museum into a journey through American art and history– Don’t miss out! On view through October 26

Thank you to our exhibition media sponsor, Berkshire Magazine

First published for the October 20, 1934 cover of The Saturday Evening Post, Norman Rockwell’s On Top of the World evoke...
10/18/2026

First published for the October 20, 1934 cover of The Saturday Evening Post, Norman Rockwell’s On Top of the World evokes adventure and serenity from the perfect vantage point of a weathervane overlooking a busy harbor full of potential.

Did you know our Museum Store has the largest collection of signed Rockwell prints? This rare limited edition hand signed artist proof is available in store and online at store.nrm.org/products/on-top-of-the-world-boy-on-weathercock-2475-x-19-artist-proof with archival quality custom prints made to order on paper or canvas, framed or unframed at prints.nrm.org

Go beyond the gallery and follow in Norman Rockwell’s footsteps through the heart of Stockbridge this fall! Discover the...
10/17/2026

Go beyond the gallery and follow in Norman Rockwell’s footsteps through the heart of Stockbridge this fall! Discover the people, places, and stories behind some of his most iconic works as you explore the village that inspired the artist for decades.

Guided tours are offered every Saturday at 1 pm through November 7. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today

Learn more + RSVP here: https://www.nrm.org/events/

This November, revisit an exhibition that celebrates what made Norman Rockwell one of America's most beloved storyteller...
10/16/2026

This November, revisit an exhibition that celebrates what made Norman Rockwell one of America's most beloved storytellers.

"Norman Rockwell: The Human Touch" explores the artist's enduring commitment to portraying people with empathy, humor, and humanity. Rich in emotion and observation, these works encourage us to look beyond first impressions and recognize our shared experiences.

Image credit: Norman Rockwell, Checkers, 1928. Illustration for Ladies’ Home Journal, July 1928. Norman Rockwell Museum Collection. Originally published in Ladies’ Home Journal®, July 1928.

Step inside the place where Norman Rockwell brought some of America’s most iconic images to life. A tour of Rockwell’s h...
10/15/2026

Step inside the place where Norman Rockwell brought some of America’s most iconic images to life. A tour of Rockwell’s historic studio offers a unique glimpse into his creative process, complete with original tools, reference materials, and the space where he worked for the last 25 years of his life.

Rockwell's Studio closes for the season on November 8, so don't miss your chance to experience this special part of the Museum experience. Book your tour today before the season comes to an end!

Few artists captured the American experience as vividly as Norman Rockwell. In our current exhibition, "Norman Rockwell ...
10/14/2026

Few artists captured the American experience as vividly as Norman Rockwell.

In our current exhibition, "Norman Rockwell Paints the Presidents," discover how Rockwell's work intersected with the nation's highest office, revealing moments of history through the eyes of one of America's most beloved storytellers.

First published for the October 13, 1945 cover of The Saturday Evening Post is Norman Rockwell's "Homecoming Marine."I...
10/13/2026

First published for the October 13, 1945 cover of The Saturday Evening Post is Norman Rockwell's "Homecoming Marine."

In this painting, Rockwell includes his eldest son Jarvis as the boy in the red sweater among the Marine's admiring audience.

Our American Stories Curator Talk series continues on Friday, October 23 with Black Excellence and Everyday Life, led by...
10/12/2026

Our American Stories Curator Talk series continues on Friday, October 23 with Black Excellence and Everyday Life, led by Chief of Curatorial Affairs, Russell Lord.

Explore how artists including Kadir Nelson, Charles Lilly, James Van Der Zee, Bryan Collier, Melvin Edwards, and others have documented the dignity, resilience, creativity, and contributions of Black Americans while using art as a catalyst for social change.

Held before public hours, this special morning experience offers a unique opportunity to engage deeply with American Stories: Revolution to Rockwell. Space is limited, so reservations are recommended.

Learn more + RSVP here: https://www.nrm.org/events/american-stories-curator-talk-black-excellence-and-everyday-life/

First published for the October 11, 1952 cover of The Saturday Evening Post, Norman Rockwell's Portrait of Dwight D. E...
10/11/2026

First published for the October 11, 1952 cover of The Saturday Evening Post, Norman Rockwell's Portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower appeared just weeks before the presidential election. Post editor Ben Hibbs later wrote “If Ike is elected… no small share of the credit should go to Norman Rockwell.”

Find an original magazine tearsheet now on view in the current exhibition Norman Rockwell Paints the Presidents, with custom prints of this and other presidential portraits available to order on paper or canvas, framed or unframed, with several frame options from our Museum Store at prints.nrm.org/search/subject/historical+figures

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9 Glendale Road/Route 183
Stockbridge, MA
01262

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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