Masur Museum of Art, Monroe LA
By Mila Arias, Meet Monroe
The largest visual arts museum in Northeast Louisiana is free, almost never crowded, and housed in a building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Most people in Monroe have driven past it on South Grand without stopping.
About Masur Museum of Art
The Masur Museum of Art operates as a partnership between the City of Monroe and the Twin City Art Foundation, in what was originally the Masur family home. The house is historic and the collection is real. Exhibits rotate every two to three months, covering local and regional artists, sculptural and textile work, and occasional shows featuring nationally recognized names. A past collection of Blue Dog paintings by George Rodrigue drew steady attendance. The museum is not enormous, but it surprises people who walk in expecting nothing.
Current Exhibitions (Summer 2026)
As of summer 2026, the museum is showing two concurrent exhibitions. "Trismegistus: In the Garden" runs May 21 through August 8. "5000 More Years" runs May 7 through July 18. Both are part of an active programming period. Upcoming exhibitions include a Bernard Mattox retrospective opening in November 2026.
Exhibitions change enough that local visitors can return every few months and find something new. The museum actively promotes visiting multiple times per year.
Art Events and Programs at Masur Museum
The museum runs a consistent calendar of programming beyond the gallery exhibitions. pARTy 318 is a monthly social for young professionals held at the museum. Studio 318 is a patron member program with exclusive events. The annual Off the Wall gala is a fundraiser and social event that regularly sells pieces directly from featured artists. Drop-in activity days for kids happen throughout the year and are free with admission.
The Crawl, an upcoming evening event on August 6, 2026 from 6 to 9 PM, is worth checking if you want to see the museum in a social setting rather than a quiet gallery one.
Plan Your Visit to Masur Museum
The ground floor is fully wheelchair accessible. There is no elevator to upper floors, which means some exhibitions may only be viewable on the ground level depending on where they are installed. If accessibility matters for your visit, call ahead to ask about the current layout.
Parking is free in the on-site lot. The museum is not crowded on weekday mornings. Saturdays tend to draw more visitors.
WhenTue-Fri 9 AM to 5 PM, Sat 12 to 5 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday.
CostFree, always
Where1400 S Grand St, Monroe · (318) 329-2237 · masurmuseum.org
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Masur Museum of Art in Monroe, Louisiana?
Masur Museum of Art is the largest visual arts museum in Northeast Louisiana. It is housed in the former Masur family home at 1400 S Grand St in Monroe, a building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is operated as a partnership between the City of Monroe and the Twin City Art Foundation. Admission is always free. Exhibitions rotate every two to three months, covering regional artists, sculptural and textile work, and occasional nationally recognized collections.
Is Masur Museum of Art free?
Yes. Admission is always free, including all rotating exhibitions, drop-in activity days for kids, and the gift shop browsing. Some special events like Off the Wall and pARTy 318 may have separate ticketing. The museum is open Tuesday through Friday 9 AM to 5 PM, Saturday 12 to 5 PM, closed Sunday and Monday. Free parking on site.
Is Masur Museum wheelchair accessible?
The entrance, ground floor, parking lot, and restroom are fully wheelchair accessible. There is no elevator to upper floors. Depending on which exhibitions are installed upstairs, some shows may only be viewable on the ground level. If accessibility is important for your visit, call (318) 329-2237 before going to ask which floors the current exhibitions are on.
Does Masur Museum have kids programs or art classes?
Yes. The museum runs summer art camps for kids in July, drop-in activity days throughout the year (free with admission), and workshops and artist talks open to all ages. For adults, pARTy 318 is a monthly social for young professionals held at the museum. The annual Off the Wall gala features art available for purchase directly from artists.
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