Discover American art with a new appreciation at the New Britain Museum of American Art. As a top art museum in CT, we focus on American artists and their incredible contributions to the artistic landscape. Founded in 1903, we are proud to be recognized as the first museum in the country dedicated to strictly American art.

With over 8,300 works in our collection, including colonial portraiture, the Hudson River School, American Impressionism, and the Ash Can School, we showcase a wide range of artistic styles and periods. Our permanent collection serves as the backbone of our exhibitions and programming, but we also display borrowed shows and work by emerging artists. Located in New Britain, CT, our museum provides a valuable teaching resource to the local, regional, and national public.

Whether you're a student, an art enthusiast, or just curious about American art, we invite you to explore our museum and immerse yourself in the rich artistic heritage of our nation