Visit LMFA
Longview Museum of Fine Arts is home to nearly 1,200 works of art including paintings, woodcuts, photographs, sculpture, lithographs, serigraphs, collages, and works on paper. The collection is centered around early Texas regional art from the 1930s and 1970s.
Each year, the museum brings in culturally and historically significant works from the 19th century to the present and curates exhibitions featuring Texas-based artists, emerging contemporary artists from across the United States, internationally established artists, and students from the East Texas region.
Hours of Operation
- Tuesday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Sunday - Monday: Closed
- Closed Martin Luther King Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day
Tickets
Walk-ins are encouraged and welcomed for groups of less than 20. Please call ahead if your group is more than 20 to ensure there is not a school tour or private event in session.
Tickets for events such as concerts, classes, galas, tours, etc are required. Please refer to the Events page for information on purchasing tickets for special events.
Directions & Parking
- 215 E Tyler Street, Longview, Texas 75601
- LMFA is located downtown in the Arts! Longview Cultural District.
- The City of Longview is accessible via several major interstates and highways: I-20, Hwy. 80, and Hwy. 259.
- Parking in downtown Longview is free! However, there is a 2 hour limit for Tyler Street parking during the week.
- Guests with special needs may call 903-753-8103 to make arrangements.
- Most galleries are wheelchair accessible. Some areas require additional assistance.
Tours
LMFA offers both guided and self-guided tours of the museum’s galleries. Reservations are required to ensure the best experience for visitors.
Student Tours: The Longview Museum of Fine Arts is dedicated to providing memorable learning experiences for the students in our community. Our tours are designed to expand critical and creative thinking and encourage the next generation of artists and art enthusiasts to develop an appreciation for the visual arts. Using a variety of evidence-based strategies, students explore works of art, make connections with their personal experiences, and apply their visual literacy skills in accordance to TEKS curricular standards. Tours start at $1 per student and $2 per adult with the option of adding on a hands-on art project for an additional fee. For pricing and scheduling, please call 903-753-8103.
Adult Tours: For groups of 10 or more, we offer a 90 minute tour highlighting unique works by early Texas regional artists as well as emerging contemporary talents from across the United States. Docent-led adult tours are $5 per person regardless of membership and we recommend calling 903-753-8103 at least one week in advance to confirm availability.
