Free Exhibition Admission & VMFA Shop Discount
Sat & Sun, Dec 30 & 31
Altria and NewMarket Galleries, Lower Level & VMFA Shop
Because of you, our visitors and friends, we’ve had a spectacular year at VMFA, but it’s not over yet. As an end-of-year thank-you gift, on Sat & Sun, Dec 30 & 31, all museum visitors will enjoy free admission to Dawoud Bey: Elegy and a 10% discount at the VMFA Shop.
Experience the exhibition visitors are calling, “beautiful,” “powerful,” and “moving” by claiming your free tickets online or onsite at the Visitor Services Desk. And after experiencing Dawoud Bey: Elegy, redeem your ticket for a 10% discount at the VMFA Shop. This special offer cannot be combined with any other Shop discounts.
We hope you and yours will join us as we wrap up the holiday season and get ready for the new year!
Get Your Tickets
Purchase your ticket online for Dec 30 or Dec 31 and the free cost will be automatically applied at checkout. Visitors may also get free tickets in-person at the museum.
Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller
Apr 20–Aug 4, 2024
Altria and NewMarket Galleries, Lower Level
Travel back in time for an awe-inspiring look at Japan’s exquisitely crafted samurai armor from one of the largest and finest collections in the world. The assembled works offer a glimpse of samurai history with a focus on the flourishing culture of the Edo period and a rare personal encounter with the artistry and craftsmanship of its famed armor.
$15 Adults
$12 Seniors 65+ and groups of 10 or more
$10 Youth (age 7–17) and Students with ID
Free for VMFA members and children 6 & under
This exhibition is organized by The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum, Dallas.
Children See Samurai Armor for Free on Sun, May 5, 2024
In honor of the Japanese holiday Children’s Day, or Kodomo no hi, VMFA is pleased to offer exhibition tickets for children aged 17 and under for free on Sun, May 5, 2024. Use Promo Code CD2024 at checkout. Learn more here.
Member Appreciation Nights | Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller
Wednesdays, Apr 24–Jul 31, 2024 | 5–9 pm
Bring a friend(s)* when you join us for members-only access to the exhibition Wednesday evenings. Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller will be open exclusively to members and their guests.
*Single-cardholder members may reserve one free guest ticket each week and dual-cardholder members may reserve two free guest tickets.
Free for VMFA members and guests only. Advance reservations strongly recommended.
This exhibition is organized by The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum, Dallas.