The Philbrook Museum of Art sits in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at 2727 South Rockford Road. It occupies a 1920s mansion, and the building itself is part of the visit: its rooms give the collections a domestic, human scale that many larger museums lack.
The collections span American art, European art, and contemporary work, so a single visit can move from older painting and decorative works to more recent pieces. Visitors who prefer to pace themselves can focus on one wing and return another day.
The gardens
The museum is also known for its grounds, which are described as beautiful and which invite a slow walk before or after the galleries. For many people the gardens are as much a reason to come as the art, especially in mild weather, when time outdoors pairs easily with time indoors.
Planning a visit
- Location: South Rockford Road, Tulsa, OK 74114
- Contact: +1-918-748-5300
- Best suited to: visitors interested in American, European, and contemporary art, and those who enjoy historic houses and gardens
Because the museum is set apart from the city centre, plan for it as a destination in its own right. Check with the museum by phone before your trip for current hours, admission, and any changes to exhibitions.
