Bellevue Arts Museum

510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA

Address:	510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Phone:	+1 425-519-0770
Site:	bellevuearts.org
Rating:	4.3
Working:	Closed Closed 11AM–5PM 11AM–5PM 11AM–5PM 11AM–5PM 11AM–5PM

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Jessica Tupper

The Bellevue Arts Museum used to be housed in the uppermost floor of the Bellevue Square Mall, and it kind of shows. Not in the architecture, which is modern and light - in the topics. Most of the art is very user-friendly, with a focus on crafting. I have nothing against crafting - Im a crafter myself. Its that hand crafts are the true focus of this place. If youre a King County resident and have a KCLS library card, there at least used to be a program where you could get two free tickets a month. (This may change by the time you read this.) I highly recommend taking advantage of this benefit, and donating the money youd save to KCLS and the BAM later. The art is lovely, from antique quilts to beadwork to wooden polygons. Its nicely curated, and you can usually expect to find something delightful if you havent been in in a while. Its a fairly small museum if youre one of those people that generally breezes through exhibits, but you can still spend a half hour in here then be happy to continue shopping. Its not the SAM, but its lovely in its own right.

A Private User

As an Activities Director for a senior community I have been to many museums both small and large. I personally was able to see everything in the Bellevue Arts Museum in less than 15 minutes. The museum includes a lack of exhibits, and the few it does have on hand, they are really nothing special. There is no variety, and for a city that is close to Seattles ambiance I would expect a little more. Even the "Microsoft gallery" had one sculpture in it. Shame on the City of Bellevue and shame on you if you go and spend your hard earned money! Save it and go across the street to Bellevue Square. You would see better art in one of the art shops located throughout the mall.

surbhee agrawal

I wanted to thank the Museum Staff for the wonderful Halloween event . It was very creative , we did so many art work and I was so impressed that we could do so much with a simple stick or a lollipop , or sandwich bag .... And all the volunteers , cute little gals and handsome boys , thank you .... That is so impressive that your parents taught you to give back to your community .... and you sacrificed your weekend and helped little children make a pretty wand or a mask or a finger puppet .... and many more crafts .. I had lot of fun .... Thank you again and hope BAM organize more events like this one ...

Celinda Labrousse

Excellent array of traveling exhibits. Fun collection. Free to the public on the first Friday of every month. Fun little gift shop full of things if youre looking for a reasonable gift to take home if youre in the area for a conference or something. excellent way to spend an afternoon with or without the kids. They also have a great little area for children that is fun educational and art Centric I love how in each of the moving Collections and in the standard collection they have a Hands-On area for the kids so that they can enjoy and participate in the art too.

A Private User

From the newer basket art on their second floor to the third floor full of a just-opened, large, quilt collection, The Bellevue Art Museum is full of good color and craft right now. As a quilter myself, I really enjoyed seeing the variety on display. Absolutely worth the admission price. Notice the tall scrolls in their main floor are by the same artist in their glass gallery. No cafe, but tons of food all around. And while I did not take advantage of them, there are often nice docents to get more info from in the mid-day.

Alyssa J

The Annual Bellevue Arts Fair is the most enjoyable event Ive attended that Bellevue Arts Museum puts on every summer. I also enjoy the BAM Ignite events they put on quarterly. The entertainment and artists are fantastic. Tanja Baumann has always been especially nice to speak with at their events. Their exhibits are great too.

Jayesh Amin

This place has very good Art if you really love it. For people like me who dont know what it is still can enjoy as you will learn something about Art! I would say go for it if you have some time to spend. Most of the Art is good for everyone but there are few of them which is only for Adults (Only if you look closely!)

A Private User

Price is $10 (not $7) - which was even more irritating to find out after reading an article saying that every third thursday is free (and it isnt). Then AFTER I pay my $10 to see the museum, they tell me that the top floor is closed, and so all that is there is is one floor and an entry hall with some art in it.

Bryna Dunnells

The details in this place are well attended to, lights are set and wall paint contrasts and offsets the art to its best effect. The rotation is provocative and always a pleasure to walk through, even if I dont always enjoy the pieces.

A Private User

All types of materials to create interesting artwork: furniture pieces, yarn or textiles - murals, paintings, photography, mixed media etc. all contribute in order to convey the artists messages for the general public.

Chris Huish

The BAM art fair in Bellevue was fantastic. So many great artists including my favorite pastelist, Marla Baggetta. Food stalls were great too. An afternoon stroll through so many brilliant pieces - a wonderful day.

Natalie Marrujo

Every time you come there, any exhibit was at random yet there was some potential quality of deeper thought provoktion of how beautiful art was uniquely made. If you were in for newer ideas, this is a place to be.

Ancilla Sequeira

If you are a person who love art then you may like this place. Great location, nice friendly staff and volunteers. Some art pieces are really stunning. Overall Its" ok ok" kind of art museum.

Ranee Apple

Enjoy the experience but I feel like this is made for groups of two or more. the individual is not terribly welcomed. Highly overly selective about their volunteers.

Peter Thornton

I was surprised by how small it was and the lack of diversity in the exhibits. The best part was the featured high school artists inthe back of the first floor

Namitha Kumarswamy

Though its a small museum they have some interesting pieces. They also have good musical performances/movie screenings over the weekends and on evenings.

Norene Scott

Wonderful, innovative exhibits. Best museum in Washington or Oregon, and I am a member of several.

Kevin Ge

This is a beautiful place to take your kids for a fun and educational activities in the weekends.

P. Mehta

Small museum showing local history. Friendly staff. 12 dollar entry, first friday free.

Fiona Bracken

Stunning collections of known and lesser known artworks. Very cutting edge and varied.

Jean Reno

I liked this museum. The exhibits were very interesting. I recommend it. Thanks Jean

Brent Colby

Always very welcoming and usually have some sort of craft or activity for the kids.