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The Norton’s permanent collection is quite extensive, including the works of over 100 artists... from Renaissance Old Masters, to modernist iconoclasts and contemporary neo-realists.
In addition, our museum possesses hundreds of sculptures ranging from miniatures and maquettes to life-size pieces in media including bronze, silver, marble, and wood.
Among the oldest works in the Norton are pieces from ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Persia and six tapestries dating from the 16th century which once graced the palace of a King of France.
Decorative arts are also featured throughout the museum, including works in porcelain, pressed and blown glass, and 18th - 19th century silver.
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and Enjoy the Fusion of Art and Nature
Botanical Gardens Hours: Wednesday - Sunday from sunrise to sunset
No photography or videography, private or commercial, is allowed inside the museum or on the grounds.
Weddings and private events are NOT allowed on the property.
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Events & Exhibitions
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December 4, 2025 - January 11, 2026
A Storybook Christmas & Yuletide: Holiday Favorites from the Norton Holiday Exhibitions
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✨ On the 24th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… ✨
“A Storybook Christmas” Artist Highlight
“The Christmas Story” by Mary Jean Davis
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From the Artist: The Christmas Story is what Christmas is all about: The Star that the Wise men and the Kings followed; a heavenly host of angels in the sky, a beautiful glow in the sky and the baby Jesus in the manger.
The colors of purple royalty in the trees; a new dawn reflected in the `blood` colors of a rising sun while the stars are brightly shining. The trees represent Northwest Louisiana and North East Texas as I see them on my walks on nature trails. There are even a couple of deer looking in awe.
Tonight is the big night!🎄
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To celebrate, here is a special look at "Christmas Eve Party" (1935) by artist Harold Denison.
Born in Richmond, Michigan, on September 17, 1887, Denison was a fine artist and illustrator who studied at the Art Students League in New York and the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts. In the 1930s, he made prints for the American Artists Group, and in the 1920s and `30s, he illustrated for popular publications like Life Magazine, The New Yorker, and Liberty. Denison passed away in Boston Corners, New York, on July 17, 1940. His work can also be found in the collections of the National Gallery of Art, the Amon Carter Museum, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Check out "Christmas Eve Party" on display now in our Holiday Exhibition!
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Museum Holiday Hours:
Wednesday, Dec. 24th (Christmas Eve) - CLOSED
Thursday, Dec. 25th (Christmas Day) - CLOSED
Friday, Dec. 26th - OPEN (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Saturday, Dec. 27th - OPEN (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Sunday, Dec. 28th - OPEN (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
🎄Holiday Hours🎄
Christmas Eve - CLOSED
Christmas Day - CLOSED
New Year’s Day - CLOSED
🐁🎄 On the 23rd day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… 🎄🐁
“A Storybook Christmas” Artist Highlight
“Not a Creature was Stirring” by Eric Sanders
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How does a ballet dancer visit an art museum? 🎨🩰
With grace in every gallery.
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Watch as our stunning dancer, Aubrey Kempen, glides through the Norton’s permanent collection—where music, movement, and visual art come together in perfect harmony. Experience the magic of the arts colliding at the Norton this holiday season.
🎄🐮 On the 22nd day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… 🎄🐮
“A Storybook Christmas” Artist Highlight
“Mooy Christmas” by Dixie Richards
Holiday Garden Hours:
Christmas Eve • Sunrise to Sunset
Christmas Day • Sunrise to Sunset
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Come enjoy a walk. ❤️🎄💚
❄ On the 21st day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… ❄
“A Storybook Christmas” Artist Highlight
“Iowa Memories” by Deanne Arrowsmith
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From the Artist: The inspiration to my painting is the farm where I grew up and spent many snowy winters. Christmas vacations were days spent at home playing with toys we got from Santa. New sleds for my brothers are there in my memories.
The 50’s and 60’s were simpler times with entertainment made up by our imagination. A great way to grow up. Picking up a brush and trying to put what’s in your minds eye brings you back to relive those times. The best part of art.
Collection Highlights
The R.W. Norton Art Gallery boasts an extensive permanent collection that includes more than 400 paintings and a plethora of sculptures representing over 100 artists. Our collection represents a wide variety of styles, time periods, and historical importance.
Schedule a Tour
Group tours are available on Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 - 3:30 pm.
To request a guided tour for an adult group, please complete our form…