---
title: Bristol Art Museum
description: >-
  A community art museum in Bristol, RI with galleries, classes, and an artist
  residency.
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/bristol-art-museum'
type: organization
createdAt: '2026-09-27'
updatedAt: '2026-09-29'
organizationType: Museum
location: 'Bristol, RI, United States'
website: 'https://www.bristolartmuseum.org/'
yearFounded: 1963
---

# Bristol Art Museum

*Museum • Bristol, RI, United States*

## About

A community art museum in Bristol, RI with galleries, classes, and an artist residency.

Bristol Art Museum is a museum in Bristol, Rhode Island, presenting rotating exhibitions in its main galleries alongside a community gallery at the Rogers Free Library. The museum runs an artist residency program, hosts juried and themed member exhibitions, and offers classes, workshops, and lectures alongside its exhibits. It also maintains a permanent collection and engages the community through membership, volunteering, and calls for art.

Beyond exhibiting, BAM supports artists through residencies such as its inaugural Harbor Residency and organizes public programming including lectures and events.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1963
- **Address:** 10 Wardwell Street, Bristol, RI 02809
- **Website:** https://www.bristolartmuseum.org/
- **Social Media:** facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BristolArtMuseum/, youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi5svM-QsoYd0Lk_H2TGiJQ/featured

## Programs

View current programs from Bristol Art Museum on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/bristol-art-museum