Really nice museum, albeit not very big. College students get in for free as well as a number of other people (ie senior citizens) and the reception staff was very polite. They had a really cool Disney princess installment when I went where an artist reimagined Disney princesses as modern day activists.
I like this place in part for what offers, the rotating shows, and for where it is: smack in the middle of the warehouse district in downtown Raleigh. We routinely bundle a quick stop to CAM to see their latest thing in conjunction with catching a show somewhere else and grabbing a meal. Take advantage of their military discount- bring your military idea and save a boatload of money If you do, consider donating some of it keep this place alive and thriving.
Another nice place to go on a weekend or weekday afternoon. Usually has a kids center with arts and crafts. Art rotates through like most galleries but is always beautiful and fun to see. However, it is a little small but is sure to grow and become another great arts center
Very small. Interesting and definitely should go but it's not a long visit.
An amazing experience. The space is great fun to explore.
This place is beautiful. I was here for an event and this place had an atmosphere like no other. It has big open spaces and little nooks to go into if you want some privacy. An all around awesome experience
My biggest pet peeve with art museums is a lot of space and few exhibits. The CAM Museum takes that to an extreme. Big building and less than a dozen exhibits when I was there. They used up a huge room for one exhibit a basketball court with a bunch of squares as people on the walls. Not only a waste of space but why reduce people to squares? Another exhibit was they gave cameras to homeless people. Only 20 pictures and the results were predictible. Maybe they were trying for social commentary instead of art, but failed there too. Just bad. We were in and out in under ten minutes. CAM get new management that knows how to do an exhibit.
One of the best art gallery downtown. Would highly suggest coming here when open to see their frequently rotated pieces.
Visiting is always a memorable experience. The installations are thoughtfully developed and they always have events. Very friendly and educational staff and involved in community enrichment. Great place to walk around when you have free time or bring people from out of town.
Limited exhibits, would take 15 minutes to see them all
The exhibit was interesting. Staff greeted us and asked us how we enjoyed the experience. Its nice for something to do.
The installations used to be hit or miss, but the last 3 times I've been here, I left feeling inspired and proud that Raleigh has such a prolific and accessible art experience downtown.
A great place to go to experience nouveau art in a peaceful, calming atmosphere.
CAM is great! I love that they rotate out the exhibits, so there is always something new to see. It s a beautiful building and very interesting!
Culture, art, family friendly, rare for this state outside of Raleigh...
I've come here for Hopscotch Music Festival performances, and am really amazed at the art exhibits they have on display. A very nice, modern art experience, even when there is live music going on...
Love coming here for Creative Morning talks on the last Friday of every month!
Attended the 8th annual tattoo fest @ CAM Raleigh. It was interesting.
A lot of construction in the area when I went so hard to find parking. Museum itself was OK. Only 2 exhibit at the time which were good. There is a small fee if not a student or a young child.
Was not impressed. A friend and I visited on a Sunday. Not too busy, but soon to figure out why. They charged a $5 entry fee. The ONLY art on file was the main room that had been decorated by black and white masking tape. The rest of the museum was "under renovations." It would have been better to have just closed the museum for the day.
Nice small modern art museum. It was in the middle of changing exhibits but the things we did get see were great! The lady at the front desk said they change exhibits every 3 months so I would definitely go back to see the different artwork.
Edgy exhibits... Fantasy guns made of assemblages of found objects, a series of liberated studies of female Disney characters/heroines, and a fantastic series of drawings/paintings about Obama's famous mike drop. Interesting and contemporary. I'll be going back!
Quite the event on first Friday, but I enjoy drumline and art.
Only three large exhibits were being shown when I visited. Nothing really good either - definitely not worth the admission price.
Very Interesting displays. Somewhat one sided politically.
Really neat museum, a tad small but really good content, really cool and friendly staff too
Great museum and friendly staff. A great asset for Raleigh!
Heard Chris Sacca speak and the museum was clean. Interesting works of art. Really small compared to the MoMa but unique to RDU for sure.
This place and space is pretty chill. It is small, though with 1 or 2 contemporary shows passing through. You may wish to check online to see if what they're showing interests you before visiting.
A great location to view contemporary art in Downtown Raleigh.
Family Day at CAM, this was our first visit, my grandson loved it!! He sat on a Harley and said "awesome". The DJ, arts & crafts, and ice cream was a big hit. We're definitely coming back.
Nice art work and I like the interactive space for the kids.
Great events for kids. The gallery is small but is always changing.
Pretty cool place with activities for children and families!
Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The exhibits are professionally done and the art is world-class. Fabulous place for art to bring on a sophisticated romantic date or an activity for family. It is now free admission, so that makes it even better.
Love this museum! It is in the heart of the warehouse district. Across the street from Urban Outfitters. The current exhibit "Above The Rim" will only be there about 2 more weeks & it is a must see! Friendly staff, clean, easy to navigate.
Outstanding exhibits and art shows. Stop in when you are in the Raleigh, NC area.
Interesting architecture and beautiful art line the walls, though it's a very small museum overall. We went for a free family event and it was awesome. We wandered around after the event and were impressed with the art pieces, but found that there's not much here among the three levels. This is similar to other modern art museums in comparable sized cities, so I guess it's just a function of population. The staff were amazing and friendly!
The facility is beautiful, but the collection of art did not feel as impactful as I would have liked.
Love the artist gatherings. I get so much more from the art when I get to hear the story behind it from the artist.. A beautiful space with fun events.
Great visit, first time, will definitely visit again!!!
Visited yesterday evening, but it was closed. Called the number listed and no answer.
There are always very interesting exhibitions and activities.
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