An absolute gem! I dont know how they have collected this beautiful body of work at this small museum, but dont miss the Minnesota Marine Art Museum! From the reference painting of Washington Crossing the Delaware, to European Masters and traveling exhibitions, there is something for everyone! Docents are fabulous and its a super experience for school groups as well. Bravo!

Maybe a hidden gem. Please dont let the word marine influence you. This is a fine art museum with works by several master artists. Well worth the few hours it takes to wander the galleries.

What an unexpected find in our travels down the Mississippi! The original artwork was amazing of some of the Grand Old Masters of fine art. A gallery you might expect to see in New York. Fabulous!!

A great little museum that I was fortunate enough to stumble across by accident. The Hudson River School gallery was stunning and gave me a much deeper appreciation for the movement. Its a little stuffy for younger kids, but older kids will enjoy it. My only minor complaint is not allowing digital photography at all. I understand not allowing the use of flash but I would have liked to have gotten a picture of one or two of the pieces, especially having travelled so far.

Wonderful museum, beautiful displays of art. Entry prices really affordable and definitely something to do with your family. They have a very nice exhibition with art from the impressionist, I was delighted to see their work, too bad we are not allowed to take pictures in that exhibit. We enjoyed our first time there and will be back again. Highly recommend it. Keep up the good work!

Well done. Fabulous paintings by world renowned artists. I would add photos but not aloud.

Amazing! This is a hidden gem that all Minnesotans should see. Picasso, Seurat, Manet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Turner,Gaugin, Degas, Audubon, astonishing art in this beautiful little museum on the Mississippi. Do not miss this treasure.

Wonderful selection of art from four centuries. Walk right up to a Matisse, Cezanne or Kandinsky; see rotating displays; see the original painting of Washington crossing the Delaware; chat up the staff for good back stories. Just amazing that this is in Winona, Minnesota!

Literally amazing museum. It was like a museum made for me. Every painting has a scene depicting the relationship with water. A favorite of.mine, water anything.

Amazing collection of paintings in a small city. Enjoyed Titanic display.

A magnificent collection of old and contemporary marine-related art.

Fantastic museum worth going lots of quality artwork

My husband and I both give this wonderful museum five stars. How could this delightful place which is only 30 minutes from La Crosse be unknown to us all these years? I am looking forward to a return visit to learn more about SPARK! Cultural Programing for People with Memory Loss.

Actually a fun place to kill some time and wasnt very expensive.

Wow! For just $9 you get to see Monets and works from numerous other famous European and American artists! What a treat!

Awesome place with a variety of works from masters and great exhibits and theming. Students get in for $2 on Tuesdays and nice Saturday events.

The art is incredible. The Titanic exhibit is very interesting. If you want to read first hand accounts and see an actual Titanic deck chair, make a trip. The collection of art is worth multiple trips just to enjoy it all.

This museum always has interesting displays that change throughout the year. We only had a small window to visit this time but saw the new displays.

When people told me Winona Minnesota had an amazing art Museum I was Skeptical.This museum is such a hidden Gem! Absolutely amazing art work by famous artists! It is worth the drive definitely worth visiting for anyone who loves art or not.

An excellent addition to Winonas culture. There are some top notch paintings here that are held long-term and areas that get swapped out now and then. Worth a visit for anyone that appreciates painting.

Great place to spend a few hours.

The art here is beautiful. Definitely visit this museum if you can.

This is an absolute gem! The quality of resident art and the traveling exhibitions are world class. Very reasonable entry and lovely staff. A local favourite.

Really great museum, fantastic collection! I think its a trip exhibit but the oil paintings of ships was particularly enjoyable

An impressive collection, containing works by Monet, Matisse, Van Gough, Seurat, Gaugin, and one of two paintings of Washington Crossing the Delaware by Leutze

Awesome, Incredible and the staff was extremely knowledgeable and very polite! Yes, it is a must to stop and see! Steve and Kathy Buswell

AMAZING art: original Picasso, Monets, OKeefe, and more, original sketch of Washington Crossing the Delaware, what a beautiful hidden gem in Winona. Anyone with an ounce of interest in art will love this place. Set on the riverbank this museum is a true delight.

This place is an absolute gem. The permanent collection includes a spectacular American wing and a gallery of Impressionist pieces that you would expect to see in a metropolitan museum. Not only is it a dont miss if youre in Winona, its a worth the drive if youre not.

I didnt know what to expect. But the historical pieces that were here were amazing. All of the shops in town had already closed. So we decided that we would check it out and even though we arrived 30 minutes before close and the long trip was well worth it.

When I was ready to check out my souvenirs from the gift shop a bunch of people had just entered to pay to get in. They only had one register open, but the employee directed traffic to get us all checked out fairly and efficiently. The mixed media exhibit (Gregory Euclid) was very cool.

I was so surprised to see such a collection here. The facility was a nice size. It was all on 1 level so no stairs . Staff was helpful and informative . The day I went besides the permanent collection there were 2 other collections displayed . Everything was nicely presented, good lighting and name cards. We did not get the audio tour but it was an option.

Great collection.Wide variations of work.

Very interesting. Viewed many paintings, Picasso, Monet many more. Also contains very interesting Titanic information.

Cool place. Second Saturdays are the best! Kids 4 and under are free, and everyone else is $1 admission! Thats a price we can afford. My daughter had so much fun! She went to the puppet show twice, she loved it so much! It was great fun. Well definitely be back!

I still recall the opening.

Beautiful museum with a surprising art.

Best place in Minnesota other than the Minnesota Institute of Art to see some of the best artists of our time as well as the extraordinary works of the Masters.

Love it. You can feel transported to a different planet out of the routine just admiring the best paintings.

Art from many ages, many styles, all have one thing in common, navigable water. Fascinating modern mixed media sculpture, classic artists of the past, and photography from the 40s, 50s, and 60s delight the eye and mind at every turn.

What a gem! Had no idea this place existed. Pleasantly surprised with the amount of artwork on display for such a small town. Wouldve given it 5 stars but was quite disheartened by a staff who monitored the back rooms. Very hawkish behavior from the moment we stepped into the room. While discussing the artwork, after I think the third or fourth painting, she was almost breathing down our necks and snapped at us for having gotten close. Mind you, my friend and I are in our thirties and her mom is in her late 50s. Was completely uncalled for and even after the fact she continued to hover like a bird of prey. Thankfully that wasnt the case for the other staff present as they were very welcoming and did not partake in the same behavior.

This Art Museum is a gem along the Mississippi River. Winona, Minnesota has many historic buildings in the downtown. It is worth cruising downtown to see them. Look up as you drive!

What a little gem!! My new favorite art museum! Volunteer docents were informative and helpful. Great selection of masterworks. Building itself is beautiful, great location, small enough to enjoy it all in am afternoon, but enough youll want to go back and sit with certain works.

Amazing. Famous artists. Seascapes, ships and landscapes too. Washington crosses the Delaware and meets Monet in Giverny. Permanent and traveling pieces. Beautiful Cape Cod design on the Mississippi, a working river. Watch the tugs in action in the barge lot.

Museum is really good to visit for everyone having interest of arts. They have 6 halls/ gallery/ sections and all these are having mostly paintings from famous painters. The 1st Gallery is having Naval achievements and paintings of ships. NO Permission to use camera in all the sections.

Its a calming place. They offer a wide variety of works that a true art connoisseur can admire for hours. Visiting makes you long for a paint brush. The Marine Art Museum has a collection worth seeing.

A lovely way to spend an afternoon. What a fantastic museum!

Wasnt sure what to expect. Im glad our family went because we all enjoyed it. Much to see, very organized, spacious, clean, and comfortable building. Highly recommend stopping in to check it out.

Fantastic! A nice array of paintings (and some photographs) from different movements in Europe, Canada, and the US. Finished the museum in a couple of hours.

Really solid collection. Lovely pieces... beautiful area

A nice little museum with some classic works of art. On a minor critical note, the curation could have been a bit better, as the artwork descriptions were challenging to read given the font size and style (in addition to the gallery lighting).I paid a $1 entrance fee as a result of their Second Saturdays promotion. I would have been significantly more critical had I paid more (ultimately, I dont find it commands a higher price given the limitations of the marine artwork theme).

The Minnesota Marine Art Museum is a real gem. The collections include an impressive representation of various European painting styles - Monet, Manet, van Gogh, Picasso, and much more; the fabulous Hudson River School, and rotating exhibits. Large rooms with seating to sit and savor and so uncrowned. The one unusual thing is the mellow jazz over the PA - the volume is so low it’s hardly perceptible, and probably helps smooth over sounds like footsteps. MMAM is worth making Winona a day destination as 2 hrs. is more than ample time for most visitors.

Although a small museum the quality is amazing. The impressionist are incredible. One of my favorite master pieces was a John Constable piece. The quality of this exhibit is extraordinary. You must see to believe.

Such a gem to have in this area. Wonderful collection! Always interesting.

A gem in a small city on the Mississippi. The museum has some fine paintings by famous artists like Constable & Picasso & Degas as well as river themed paintings. Rotating exhibits feature regional artists. Lovely space for wandering. Gift shop. We have attended a couple of events.. an artists discussion of Mississippi River paintings & concert by a world famous violinist. All part of Winonas intentional focus on being an regional art destination.

Youll always find something that speaks to your heart here. Also, good intellectual nourishment!

Loved the water dogs. Great fun. And the gallery of paintings, astounding

Amazing collection in an unexpected location.

My favorite museum in Minnesota! Always something new combined with old favorites, I always feel refreshed after visiting!

Surprisingly good. Many pictures by famous painters, many good paintings of marine scenes. Building itself is beautiful and overlooks the Mississippi River. We liked the museum gift shop as well.

Unbelievable find in the Midwest!!

I can only describe it as a mini treasure trove..

Lots of famous paintings. Can easily spend a few hours there, and I dont even like art and stuff. Would recommend to anyone.

When I went there were 2 galleries where guests could take photos of the art. The other galleries were no photography allowed. We spent over 3 hours here, probably closer to 4 hours. For $7 a person it was DEFINITELY worth it. There were a lot of paintings that I really enjoyed!! I dont think Ive ever been to an art museum JUST to look at art before, so Im glad it was such a great experience!

Great new exhibit of period photography. Experience the fifties in Kodachrome color.

Amazing, beautiful art work. I would have paid 2-3 times the $7 admission, and if Im ever in Winona again, I will return. Youd expect something like this in Minneapolis or Chicago, not here.

I was so impressed, I have been to the best of East Coast collections and this Mississippi River prize rivals. Impressive Hudson River collection including generational surprises. One gallery oom holds finest of the Masters. I was thrilled. No joke. This average bird is singing its praises to all.

Wonderful ️! We love it every time! Our guests from out of town loved it as well! Little treasure in the Midwest!

An absolute must see for art fans. An incredible permanent collection and wonderful temporary exhibitions as well

Very cool place, hidden gem. Thank you to all the donors and grants to make it financially accessible!

A wonderful place to visit. So many world renowned artists works. Great events with crafts for all ages.

Love underwater dogs. And the rest of the collection is great.

Fantastic art....maritime themed. Lots of great pictures to ponder and study. Staff is truly wonderful. 2nd saturday of month is $1 per person admission. Also activities on those days for all ages. Guided tours available. Was told exhibits change quite often. Building is very user friendly.

Very strong collection for such a small museum in such an out of the way place. Being more than two hours from the nearest sizeable metro area you wouldnt expect such a great collection of important artists and art.

Unbelievable find. I wish they’d allow pictures.

A hidden gem. Picasso, Rembrandt hidden in picturesque Winona.

An unbelievable museum in the most unlikely of places. This is a world class exhibit of paintings from the greatest painters in history: Picasso, Van Gogh, Matisse. Cezanne and a LOT more. The collection is the result of patronage from the founder of the Fastenal corporation. It also has a significant space for modern work as well that is constantly rotating.

Went again today, more amazing exhibits!

Cant believe how close you get to such incredible masterpieces. Its just this side of having your own private collection. Always something new in their rotations. Amazing.

Wonderful exhibits, terrific atmosphere. Everything to love about a museum or gallery. Easy parking, plenty of space to enjoy the exhibits, suitable for families as well as individuals.

Who knew a world class art museum in our back yard! With the beautiful drive a great experience.

Loved the art. Very beautiful pieces. We will definately be back!

This was a totally unexpected delight! We were amazed to find the paintings on display here in such an unassuming location. I found the place to be larger inside than expected with a great variety of art and artists. This is well worth a leisurely afternoon visit.

Such a unexpected art museum. It holds a collection of amazing work from some of the most famous artists ever. Truly a hidden gem in n the world.

Its not the largest museum, but it does have a first-rate collection. Well curated and a decent cycle of special exhibitions.

Awesome place to visit. Allow yourself timr to visit. Many very old famous as well as new art. Beautiful does not even describe the talent on display. Nice, eat to get about layout. Must see for all.

Surprisingly amazing especially for such a small town. Really don’t know how they have so many lovely & impressive paintings.

Its a place everyone should visit! I love every visit. MMAM is the best.

What a pleasant surprise this small museum in a small city was. The number of works by famous artists was unexpected. Monet, Cezanne, Georgua OKeefe to name a very few.

Beautiful artwork. I was very impressed!

Nice place to visit. Collection was smaller than I expected. Still very interesting and worth a return visit.

Fantastic gem hidden off of the beaten path! I was blown away by the exhibit of a local artist’s paintings of the Mississippi. Some incredible and unique pieces with some originals by big names (Seurat, Monet, Picasso, Audubon, and more). Walking around transported me back to visiting the Louvre or Reina Sofia. I plan to return on one of their free days offered.

This museum is a gem! A truly world class art collection, as well as interesting traveling exhibitions.

One of the nicest small town art galleries Ive seen.

$7 admission. Plan on 2 hours. Unbelievable items inside. If you have the slightest appreciation for paintings, go. I prefer sculpture and mixed-media so I generally skip galleries/ museums oriented towards paintings - but I was 100% pleased I went. Two irritating issues:1) If you bring kids, please keep them with you. I would encourage you to require them to stay at least 12 inches from the pieces, and keep their hands in their pockets - not touching the art.2) Please whisper - or at a minimum control your volume and recognize you are not the only ones present. There were several incessant talkers, selfishly vomiting out words at a rate of 200 per minute at 90 decibels. Oh thats pretty. Isnt that pretty? Honey! Honey! HEY! Isnt that pretty? Oh look at this. Look at this one. Honey? Come over here!. Isnt it pretty? ISNT IT PRETTY?...

If you are in the area, go here! It’s a small, but very good art museum mostly dealing with water as the subject, but there are other subjects as well. Some well known artists. Great price, especially for a larger family.

Dont let the name fool you! There is so much more here than boat paintings! I bring my high school students here at least once a year. The Winona Marine Museum is an amazing gem. Fantastic art, cost is affordable ($3 for each student), and the building is much larger than you think. My classes self guide for 1 1/2 hours then have discussion and sack lunch on the patio. The museum has several parts to it- There are two revolving galleries that seem to feature regional artists. The shows I have seen have been very interesting to my students and one of the two seems to always be a photographer. There is another gallery room that houses early Picassos, Degas, Van Gogh, Corot, Matisse, Toulouse-Lautrec and many more. These are real paintings, not copies or prints. How this museum has them I do not know. They are amazing! The back gallery is huge and filled with detailed landscapes and also houses one of the Washington Crossing paintings, a favorite with the museums docents. The middle gallery has a Hudson River school section and a Georgia Okeefe landscape. This description is a fraction of what you will see and are my personal highlights. Oh ya, there are also lots of spectacular boat paintings !

Who knew Winona, MN had such a great collection of art? I guess I know now. The size and depth of the collection on display is incredibly impressive, and probably the best art you can see in the Tri-State area. Definitely worth a stop.

This place is under-rated and taken for granted because Winona is a small town and no one expects to find an epic art museum here. But theyre wrong. Of all the museums Ive been to, this is one of the best of the best. Paintings from classical masters humbly hang in this museum. Impressionists, surrealialist, contemporary, modern, this museum had it all.From Monet to Van Gogh, the quality of the art here is mind-boggling. There is a definitive marine theme to most of the artwork and all of it is amazing.The only unfortunate part is that you are not allowed to take pictures.

The quality of artwork here is amazing! Ive seen works from Picasso, Van Gogh, and Monet here. They rotate through exhibits to keep it fresh. Washington Crossing the Delaware is here too!

It is an ancient Mariner,And he stoppeth one of three.By thy long grey beard and glittering eye,Now wherefore stoppst thou me?Why did I stoppst thou? I stoppst thou to tell you about The Minnesota Marine Art Museum of Winona.I do it as an old man did it for me, compelled, tugging at the sleeve of your coat, with a wild look in my eye as of one cursed or blessed by some riveting vision or come back from the terrible face of truth. For years this old man would come to the library I work at, and, as if under suchlike compulsion, he would ask me if I had been yet to The Minnesota Marine Art Museum.No. I would sadly say over the years. Over and over. And every time I did so his heart would seem to break before my eyes. He got older and older. So did I. And he never stopped asking.Then one summer my wife and I decided to go to The Minnesota Marine Art Museum in Winona.Wed heard good things about it.I for one had heard good things about it 271 times over the course of a decade.Oh they were all of them true! Every last good thing!I knew that one of the two existing versions of Washington Crossing the Delaware was there, and it is a striking painting indeed, full of clarity and moment and little historical details and inaccuracies. I knew they had a Van Gogh. I knew about the Picasso and the Monets. And they were all pretty great. But I knew about them almost as curiosities, like, how could this wee, insignificant museum in the middle of nowhere hold paintings by significant historical artists?I was looking at it all wrong.This would be a museum well worth visiting in any city in the world: Paris, Tokyo, Rome, New York. In a lovely, well-spaced building, echoing elements of rehabbed warehouse, northeastern seaside building of a couple hundred years ago, and an odd, subtle dash of prairie architecture, situated gracefully on the banks of the Mississippi, this museums one rule is that the paintings and art relate to, feature, and are inspired by water. If you think about it this probably still includes a good third of all paintings from art history. So its just about the right sort of restriction, giving focus and a connecting thread through everything without making one miss out on too many hot paintings. Does the Mona Lisa have water for instance? Yep. Starry Night? It might. I think so, but I cant tell for sure about those smeary blue lines in the foreground of the town. Birth of Venus? Yes, totally. Dalis Persistance of Memory? Thats the sea behind all those melting clocks! Girl with a Pearl Earring? No, sorry, no water there even if you could, theoretically stretch the pearl to being a object of the Sea, but you get my point.In fact, to truly impress you I will take a page from The Minnesota Marine Art Museum itself. I will restrict myself to the sea, telling you about artists in the museum whose last names begin withC.The best Courbet I have ever seen in my life, Source of the Lison, is a naturalistic picture of the mouth of a cave without horizon or sky. Cezanne, who sometimes feels too detached and cerebral for me, has a gorgeous riverside painting that is pure impressionist delight. Mary Cassatts picture of a girl reading (with a sliver of river out the window in the background) was a beautiful character study I only noticed in retrospect out of my wifes accolades. Corots landscape was a work of strangely dappled magic, dotted about with leaves, texture and definition as if they were light itself. And then also in the realm of sheer, painterly wizardry was Constables dark, oil smeared creek hollow scene, somehow a quiet wonder among vast dozens of all the other superb, watery landscapes. And finally we get the gloriously romantic and heart-stoppingly colorful Chagall, a dream of love that comes with a fish and flowers.And so I was converted. I too became a Mariner of the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, compelled to wander the world telling everyone I meet, wild-eyed, that you must see it. You must.Its a terrible curse, but it was worth it.