Tips for Visiting
Make Yourself Comfortable
- Wear comfortable shoes! The Brooks has a total of 86,000 square feet of exhibition space
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Bring your baby to the Brooks; strollers are permitted
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Coat-check services are available free of charge
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Bring a sweater. We keep the museum cool to better preserve the art
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If it’s raining, please check your umbrella at admissions, as we do not want any water to damage the artwork
Don't forget!
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Food and beverages are not permitted in the museum
- Touch with your eyes and not your hands
- Flash photography is not allowed in the museum, however some non-flash photography is allowed in selected galleries
- See Directions and Parking for instructions on the best route to the Brooks
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The Brooks operates a lost-and-found service. Call 901.544.6200
Make a Day Out of It!
Take a lunch break at the Brushmark! On the main level of the museum, enjoy southern gourmet in a bistro atmosphere featuring the cuisine of Executive Chef Wally Joe and Chef de Cuisine Andrew Adams. Also, don't forget to visit the Museum Store where you will find unique gifts and accessories.
Learn more about the Brushmark Restaurant
Learn more about the Museum Store
Learn more about planning a day at the Brooks with Your Family
Whenever you visit the Brooks, you can re-enter any part of the museum building the entire day of purchase. Just show your admission button.
We Speak Spanish!
The audio tours of the permanent collection are provided in Spanish and in English for both children and adults. El audio tour tambien està disponible en Español. Please call 901.544.6200 for more information and availability.