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SAT, May 30: The Jim Rouse Visionary Center (JRVC) closes at 4 pm for a PRIVATE Event
Sun, May 3: AVAM IS OPEN 11 AM to 5 PM
Sun, May 3: AVAM IS OPEN 11 AM to 5 PM
Parking restrictions will be in effect on both sides of Key Highway from 12 PM to 5 PM. Additionally, Key Highway and Lawrence Street will be closed to traffic from 12:30 PM until the conclusion of the 5K race.
THU, NOV 27: AVAM is Closed for Thanksgiving 
SAT, May 2: Road Closures for Kinetic Sculpture race
Sun, May 3: AVAM IS OPEN 11 AM to 5 PM
BOOK A BASH WITH SPECIAL RENTAL RATES
Sat, Jan 24: The Jim Rouse Visionary Center (JRVC) will close at 3 PM.
“One of the most fantastic museums anywhere in America.”  –CNN  ​

AVAM specializes in original thematic exhibitions that seamlessly combine art, science, philosophy, humor and especially social justice and betterment.

The Strength to Be Joyful
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On View
The Strength to Be Joyful
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Fantastic Realities
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On View
Fantastic Realities
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Esther and the Dream of One Loving Human Family
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On View
Esther and the Dream of One Loving Human Family
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ONGOING
Permanent Collection
America’s official
national museum,
education center,
and repository
for self-taught and intuitive artistry
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farmer/artist  VOLLIS SIMPSON

 “I had a lotta junk and I had 

to do something with it.”

Upcoming events
BAZAART Vendor Applications Open Now!
Wednesday
6/17/26, 9:00 PM
BAZAART Vendor Applications Open Now!
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Volunteer Opportunity! AVAM is Seeking New Docents 🎨
Sunday
7/12/26, 11:00 PM
Volunteer Opportunity! AVAM is Seeking New Docents 🎨
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Flicks From the Hill: Men in Black
Thursday
7/23/26, 9:00 PM
Flicks From the Hill: Men in Black
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Shiny Happy Things Workshop
Saturday
8/8/26, 5:30 PM
Shiny Happy Things Workshop
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Flicks From the Hill: The Wiz
Thursday
7/9/26, 9:00 PM
Flicks From the Hill: The Wiz
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Behind the Work: The Art and Story of Matt Sesow
Sunday
7/12/26, 11:00 PM
Behind the Work: The Art and Story of Matt Sesow
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Flicks From the Hill: Labyrinth
Thursday
7/30/26, 9:00 PM
Flicks From the Hill: Labyrinth
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Reaching for Hope - Maryland Domino Topplers 2026
Saturday
7/11/26, 6:00 PM
Reaching for Hope - Maryland Domino Topplers 2026
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Flicks From the Hill: A Wrinkle in Time
Thursday
7/16/26, 9:00 PM
Flicks From the Hill: A Wrinkle in Time
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Fan Club Summer Social
Thursday
7/30/26, 10:00 PM
Fan Club Summer Social
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“Adults are obligated to have fun, so kids will want to grow older.”  –Hobart Brown
FiFi the Pink Poodle kinetic sculpture entering the mud pit at Patterson Park
Hobart posing with bubbles.jpg

Kinetic Sculpture Race founder

HOBART BROWN

Special Rental Offers
AVAM's "Book-a-Bash"
Get Baltimore's Visionary Venue at a Legendary Price
2025 DATES:  OCT 30 • DEC 5  •  DEC 18

SPECIAL RATE: $3500 • Savings of $4500-$5500
9-hour Time Block: 3 hours set up, 5 hours event time, 1 hour breakdown
Tables, chairs and a/v equipment included*


*Only for JRVC 3rd Floor Space

Book-a-Bash Logo - AVAM Rentals

To Inquire or Book a Visit

rentals@avam.org 
(410) 244-1900 x228

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