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Williams College Museum of Art, Williamstown, MA

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Williams College Museum of Art

A college-affiliated art museum on the Williams College campus in Williamstown, known for contemporary art, photography, prints, and Indian painting.

Williamstown, MA

About Williams College Museum of Art

The museum sits on the campus of Williams College and is affiliated with the school. Its holdings have grown past 14,000 works. Contemporary art, photography, prints, and Indian painting are its particular strengths. Its mission ties art closely to liberal arts learning and encourages people to keep learning throughout their lives. It stands near the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and the Clark Art Institute, so visitors can see several art spots in one area. Admission costs nothing.

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