United States Museums and Culture

Displaying more than 30 authentic Winston Cup race cars, the Winston Cup Museum chronicles RJ Reynolds Tobacco's 33-year sponsorship of the NASCAR Winston Cup Series. The museum also displays a extensive variety of racing artifacts.

This 80,000 square foot Museum opened in August 2003 with main galleries featuring contemporary Western American art. Other galleries feature Civil War art, Presidential portraits and letters, Western movie posters, and Western illustration. Sagebrush Ranch is an interactive gallery where children of all ages can learn about art and Western America. The Museum’s Special Exhibit Gallery hosts three to five temporary exhibits per year.<br> The Museum Store offers books on art and the West, as well as prints and other items featuring Western American art images. The Café offers light lunches to guests and members visiting the Museum. A multimedia theatre, with seating for 60, shows the orientation film “The American West” every 20 minutes.

The Museum is a gathering place, a visitor attraction, a landmark, an anchor, a catalyst for change; we exist to educate and to deliver a message that will encourage people to think differently about their relationship to others and the world; a center of creativity, the Museum collects, displays and interprets all aspects of the visual arts, particularly women artists, in ways that relate to the past, to the present, and to the future. The Brevard Art Museum is a community cultural bridge.

The Rice Museum, known locally as The Town Clock, is located in the Old Market Building and is a prominent symbol of Georgetown County. Through dioramas, maps, artifacts and other exhibits, visitors to the Museum are enlightened to the history of a society dependent on the rice crop. In 1750, George Town became the center of rice production in the colony. By 1840, the Georgetown District (later County) produced nearly one-half of the total rice crop of the United States. The 1850s proved to be the most profitable decade for the rice planters. The Rice Museum chronicles this most important American timeline and its impact on not only South Carolina, but internationally as well.

Since its founding in 1973, Yeshiva University Museum’s changing exhibits have celebrated the culturally diverse intellectual and artistic achievements of 3,000 years of Jewish experience. The Museum provides a window into Jewish culture around the world and throughout history through its acclaimed multi-disciplinary exhibitions and award-winning publications. By educating audiences of all ages with dynamic interpretations of Jewish life, past and present, along with wide-ranging cultural offerings and programs, the Museum attracts young and old, Jewish and non-Jewish audiences.

The Bergen County Historical Society (BCHS), a non-profit volunteer organization, promotes preservation, study and appreciation of local history. Beginning in 1939, our museum collections were displayed at the Steuben House, a State Historic Site. The house is now open for special events. Most of the 4,000 items in the collection are in storage.

Celebrate Philadelphia's Artistic legacy. The legacy of Philadelphia's art can be seen through Woodmere's Permanent Art Collection, our Art Classes, the Edward M. David Art Research Library, and Woodmere's Art Tours & Excursions. Enjoy Philadelphia, its art, and its artists through Woodmere Art Museum.

Owned and operated by The Western Rhode Island Civic Historical Society, 1668 Paine House is a Colonial home, inn & museum restored and furnished in the period-style.

Dive into Wisconsin's maritime legacy at this Lake Michigan waterfront museum, where you'll explore the stories of sailors, shipbuilders, and the submarines built here during World War II. Perfect for curious minds of all ages seeking hands-on learning and unforgettable Great Lakes history.

Explore Michigan's natural wonders through interactive exhibits and hands-on learning experiences. Student guides lead engaging tours designed to inspire curiosity about dinosaurs, fossils, ecosystems, and the world around us.

All aboard at Green Bay's premier railroad museum, where you can explore massive locomotives, vintage passenger cars, and the stories that built America's rail network. Perfect for families and history buffs, hands-on exhibits and guided tours make a century of railroad heritage come alive.

Explore the University of Michigan's incredible collection of animals from around the globe and uncover the evolutionary stories that connect all living things. Get face-to-face with specimens that reveal how wildlife adapts and thrives across Earth's diverse habitats.

Discover the wonders of Texas's natural world through fascinating exhibits and hands-on collections that bring the state's incredible biodiversity to life. This museum combines engaging research and education programs to spark curiosity about nature and inspire a deeper appreciation for the ecosystems that shape our region. Perfect for a winter day of exploration with family and friends.

Explore one of New Orleans' oldest museums, where Confederate-era artifacts and personal stories have been preserved since 1891. This historic collection offers insight into Louisiana's Civil War heritage through authentic memorabilia donated by veterans and their families.

Explore Dallas history in this stunning 1892 courthouse, perfectly positioned near the JFK Memorial, Dealey Plaza, and other iconic downtown landmarks. Perfect for curious minds of all ages seeking authentic stories about Dallas County's past.

Housed in an exquisitely restored 1898 Rapides Bank Building, this elegant museum invites you to experience Southern art and regional talent in a stunning architectural setting. The graceful grand foyer and thoughtfully curated galleries make it an ideal escape from the summer heat while exploring Alexandria's vibrant creative heritage.

The museum occupies a 44,000 square feet facility that includes 3 full-size exbition galleries, a theater gallery, a 14,000 square foot Sculputure Court, a conference center/special events room, an archive and research library, administrative offices, exibit design and artifact storage areas.

Step into the magic of cinema at this iconic destination featuring the world's most legendary Hollywood memorabilia—from Marilyn Monroe's glamorous gowns and Rocky's boxing gloves to props and costumes from blockbuster films and classic TV shows that shaped entertainment history.

Discover vibrant exhibitions exploring Jewish art, culture, and contemporary ideas at this welcoming San Francisco museum. With dynamic programs designed for visitors of all ages, it's a place to experience meaningful conversations and creative connections through engaging displays and shared cultural experiences.

Experience the engineering marvel that built San Francisco's iconic cable cars through restored vehicles, fascinating mechanical displays, and photographs spanning 150 years of history. Browse the gift shop while supporting the nonprofit preserving this vital piece of the city's transportation legacy.

Explore millions of years of natural history and world cultures through captivating exhibits and hands-on experiences. Uncover the stories behind fascinating specimens and artifacts while connecting with active research from the University of Iowa.

Step into South Dakota's farming story at this free museum, where you'll explore the crops, livestock, and innovations that shaped rural communities across generations. Housed on the State University campus, the exhibits reveal how diverse cultures and traditions took root in the land, bringing to life the people and ingenuity behind the state's agricultural past.

Step into a vibrant showcase of American artistic expression, where classic paintings and contemporary works inspire wonder across generations. This Minnesota institution brings art to life through interactive exhibits and creative programs perfect for a summer visit, inviting you to explore everything from traditional sculptures to innovative studio crafts in a welcoming, dynamic space.

Planetarium audiences can now experience immersive high-tech adventures in a true 360 degree theater.

The Alaska Veterans Museum is planned with a focus on honoring our nation's veterans and insuring that because of the sacrifices they made to defend America's freedom, "They Shall Not Be Forgotten." As President Calvin Coolidge said, "A nation which forgets its defenders, will itself be forgotten."

Step inside Alaska's premier hands-on science center where curiosity becomes discovery. Stand inside a giant bubble, explore marine ecosystems in the touch tank, meet exotic reptiles up close, and uncover the physics behind everyday phenomena through interactive exhibits and our immersive planetarium. Perfect for families who learn best by doing.

The Center has 12,000 square feet of exhibition area. Fossils and life forms from earliest geologic time periods are displayed in a chronological perspective. There are over 200 displays throughout the museum. The central hall houses dozens of full-size mounted skeletons, including over 20 dinosaurs.

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of African Americans, with a special focus on their stories in Idaho. Located in the historic St. Paul Baptist Church building within beautiful Julia Davis Park, this museum offers engaging exhibits alongside lectures, films, workshops, and live performances that celebrate community and foster meaningful connections across cultures.