Containing three different galleries, the Ellen Noel Art Museum, which is an affiliate of the Smithsonian, brings art to the people in Odessa. With a total space of almost 20,000 square feet (6096 square meters), each room has a different atmosphere to highlight and show off different and unique types of art. With both permanent and ever-changing exhibits, the quality of art is sure to be high. The museum first opened in 1985 and has been providing access to art to visitors and residents alike ever since. Classes and camps for adults and children are available through the non-profit museum.
Website: noelartmuseum.org
Phone: (432) 550-9696
Cross Streets: Between Oakwood Dr/UTPB Main Rd and Hanover Dr
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4909 E University Blvd Odessa, TX 79762-8144 ·1363.66 mi
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- Accessible
- Family friendly
Reviews
tripadvisorWe actually came here after an amazing recommendation from the team at Por Ali Spa! We had just finished an incredible spa package there (masssge, facial, and pedicure) and since the museum is only steps away, it was the Perrrfect follow-up!We attended the grand opening of the remodeled museum, and we’re thoroughly impressed- it is super, cool, and a true gem for the City.If you’re visiting the museum, definitely make it a full “Mee Day” and stop by the spa after!
MoreThe Ellen Noel Museum is currently being renovated, but it’s temporarily housed in the next door Presidential Archive Museum building, which is also being renovated.The only significant exhibit is “Gastronomy,” a collection of 30 food-related quilts. This is a pretty light exhibit, but several of the quilts are quite good, and it’s a fun exhibit overall. There are some sculptures in the atrium, including an early Chihuly bowl. The Presidential Archive collection on display is very small - just a handful of paintings and campaign buttons and knickknacks. There is also a collection of annual White House Christmas ornaments on display in the atrium as I visited during the Christmas season. Also of note is the small house where GW Bush, Barbara and George Bush briefly lived in Odessa, which is located behind the Museum (it appeared to have been moved here from another location). While there isn’t a lot here and it only took 30 minutes to see everything, it’s free and I liked what I saw. There will presumably be a lot more when the renovations are finished.
MoreIt was nice and interesting visiting this museum and seeing the various exhibits from photos from famous photographers and various generational displays. It was definitely worth seeing.
MoreStopped by on a Saturday afternoon to see the exhibit of costumes from the Gene London Cinema Collection. It was a real treat to see some attire from many of the famous movies of the 'golden age.'
MoreThe museum is compact, having three indoor rooms and the lovely, quiet outside sculpture garden accessible through one of the rooms. It isn't an extensive collection, but there are some nice pieces to savor.
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