Open today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Open today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Visit

Admission

The Zimmerli is open to the public and offers FREE admission to all!

Museum Hours

Sunday, Saturday noon–5 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday Closed
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

Summer Hours (May 8 to July 31)

  • The Zimmerli closes at 6 p.m. on Thursdays.
  • The Zimmerli lobby is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Holidays

The museum is closed Juneteenth (Observed third Friday of June), July 4, Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday, and December 22 to January 1.

Gallery Closures / Activity

Event setup throughout museum:

  • May 8 (no gallery closures)

Eisenberg gallery will be closed to visitors:

  • March 10 to March 21

Lower Dodge gallery will be closed to visitors:

  • March 10 to March 21, all day
  • March 26, after 4 p.m.
  • March 28, after 5 p.m.
  • May 9, all day
  • June 7, all day

Health & Safety Protocols

Rutgers COVID-19 Information is available at rutgers.edu/covid19.

Map to show Zimmerli Museum location
Zimmerli Art Museum
71 Hamilton St,
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Public Transportation, Directions, and Parking

Know Before You Go

Visitor Guidelines

Food, beverages, backpacks, umbrellas, bags larger than 11x15 in, pens, and markers are prohibited in galleries. Lockers are available.

Visitors are invited to take photographs for personal, non-commercial use, unless otherwise noted on site. Use of flash, video cameras, tripods, monopods, or camera extension poles is not permitted.

Please step outside the galleries when making or receiving a call.

The Zimmerli is a smoke-free institution. All tobacco products and related electronic devices are prohibited.

Accessibility

We are committed to making our facilities, galleries, and programs accessible for all. If you have a question or wish to request an accommodation, please contact Nicole Simpson, the Zimmerli’s access coordinator: nls104@zimmerli.rutgers.edu. Please make requests at least 2 weeks before your visit, so we can ensure the best possible experience.

Learn more about museum accessibility

Café

TJ's Café is currently closed for the summer. The cafe is located in the museum lobby.

HOURS

TJ's Café is closed for the summer starting May 8.

TJ's Café opens at 11 a.m. the week of December 16th and closes for winter break from December 23 to January 20.

Monday to Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday - Closed

Visiting New Brunswick

Check out New Brunswick City Center for information about dining, theater, shopping, and other attractions to enrich your visit. 

Exterior of Zimmerli with Cherry Blossoms

Zimmerli at Home

Explore online exhibitions, engaging virtual talks, art activities, and more.

Bringing a Group?

The Zimmerli is a great place to visit with your organization or class. 

Learn More About Group Visits