Public Viewing Hours3 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays
1 to 5 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays The museum will also open by special appointment on Wednesdays between 1 and 5 p.m. Please call (218) 236-8861 at least 48 hours in advance to request an appointment time. |
AdmissionThe Rourke remains admission free thanks to new and sustaining members who join in support of the RourkeArt4All campaign and the FM Free Arts Initiative.
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The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum | 521 Main Avenue in Moorhead, Minnesota
Guided Tours
Groups of 10 or more are welcome to schedule a guided tour of The Rourke and our exhibits. Tour rates are $5 per adult, $2 per student or child. We require one chaperone or teacher per 10 students or children (chaperones and teachers pay at the $5 adult tour rate.) In the absence of enough chaperones for your group, museum staff may be available to assist at the rate of $10 per chaperone needed.
We ask that reservations for tours be made at least two weeks in advance; however, less notice can be accommodated if our schedule permits.
Accessibility Services and Accommodations
The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum is dedicated to the words of our founder James O’Rourke: “A museum must be for everyone.” We strive to ensure that our building, grounds, exhibitions, and events are accessible to every member of our community. We are committed to improving the museum experience for visitors of all abilities and to removing barriers that might impede access. The Rourke welcomes feedback on how to improve our accessibility services.
For any questions or to request accommodations, please contact our public programs coordinator, Cady Rutter, at [email protected]
Public Transportation
Public transportation to and from The Rourke is available via the Metro Area Transit (MATbus). The museum is serviced by Route 1 every half hour, every 18 and 48 minutes after the hour. The MATbus runs Monday thru Saturday, and paratransit runs throughout the week.
For more information on fares and paratransit options, please visit the MATBUS website.
Mobility / Wheelchair Access
The museum's wheelchair accessible entrance is located on 6th Street South, the east side of the building. Accessible parking is available in the shared parking lot with the Moorhead Public Library as well as immediately adjacent to the accessible entrance on 6th Street.
All three floors of the museum building are accessible by stairs and elevator; there is one restroom able to be accessed by wheelchair on the lower level of the building. All galleries, our gift shop, micro-theatre, and art education areas are wheelchair accessible.
The Rourke has one manual wheelchair (size extra-large) available for use by visitors. Please see museum reception on Floor 1 or call the museum at 218-236-8861 just in advance of arrival to request use.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Accommodations
ASL interpretation is available at The Rourke for private tours, artist talks, and lecture events.
A courtesy notepad is available at our reception desk for our patrons who prefer to communicate with the museum staff by writing.
Please contact our public programs coordinator, Cady Rutter - [email protected], at least two weeks in advance of your visit for ASL interpretation services.
Autism and Neurodiversity Accommodations
The Rourke currently offers low-sensory visits by private appointment on Wednesdays, during which the gallery sound system is left off and exhibit lighting is dimmed.
Please contact our public programs coordinator, Cady Rutter, [email protected], for any questions about accommodations or to reserve a private appointment.
Blindness and Low Vision Accommodations
Signage and print materials, including brochures and programs, are available in large format print. Please allow two (2) weeks for the accommodation.
Please contact our public programs coordinator, Cady Rutter, [email protected], to request large format materials.
For any questions or to request accommodations, please contact our public programs coordinator, Cady Rutter, at [email protected]
Public Transportation
Public transportation to and from The Rourke is available via the Metro Area Transit (MATbus). The museum is serviced by Route 1 every half hour, every 18 and 48 minutes after the hour. The MATbus runs Monday thru Saturday, and paratransit runs throughout the week.
For more information on fares and paratransit options, please visit the MATBUS website.
Mobility / Wheelchair Access
The museum's wheelchair accessible entrance is located on 6th Street South, the east side of the building. Accessible parking is available in the shared parking lot with the Moorhead Public Library as well as immediately adjacent to the accessible entrance on 6th Street.
All three floors of the museum building are accessible by stairs and elevator; there is one restroom able to be accessed by wheelchair on the lower level of the building. All galleries, our gift shop, micro-theatre, and art education areas are wheelchair accessible.
The Rourke has one manual wheelchair (size extra-large) available for use by visitors. Please see museum reception on Floor 1 or call the museum at 218-236-8861 just in advance of arrival to request use.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Accommodations
ASL interpretation is available at The Rourke for private tours, artist talks, and lecture events.
A courtesy notepad is available at our reception desk for our patrons who prefer to communicate with the museum staff by writing.
Please contact our public programs coordinator, Cady Rutter - [email protected], at least two weeks in advance of your visit for ASL interpretation services.
Autism and Neurodiversity Accommodations
The Rourke currently offers low-sensory visits by private appointment on Wednesdays, during which the gallery sound system is left off and exhibit lighting is dimmed.
Please contact our public programs coordinator, Cady Rutter, [email protected], for any questions about accommodations or to reserve a private appointment.
Blindness and Low Vision Accommodations
Signage and print materials, including brochures and programs, are available in large format print. Please allow two (2) weeks for the accommodation.
Please contact our public programs coordinator, Cady Rutter, [email protected], to request large format materials.
Tips for an Enjoyable Visit
Check Your Belongings
The Rourke requires visitors to check all backpacks, briefcases, umbrellas, and other parcels larger than 11" x 14" with the gallery attendant.
Look, But Don't Touch
While we encourage you to engage with the art presented in The Rourke, please avoid touching any artwork. Paintings and other works of art are fragile and natural oils on your skin could damage them.
Photography
Visitors to The Rourke’s permanent collection galleries are welcome to take photographs or video for personal, noncommercial use without the use of flash. Photography may not be permitted in some special exhibitions and may be restricted for loaned works of art, as indicated by a “No Camera” symbol on the gallery wall. Tripods, monopods, and flash lighting are prohibited at all times.
Large group photography is not permitted at the museum or on museum grounds.
The Rourke reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to withhold and/or withdraw permission to photograph on its premises or to reproduce photographs of objects in its collection.
Food & Drinks
Food and drinks are not permitted in the galleries.
The Rourke requires visitors to check all backpacks, briefcases, umbrellas, and other parcels larger than 11" x 14" with the gallery attendant.
Look, But Don't Touch
While we encourage you to engage with the art presented in The Rourke, please avoid touching any artwork. Paintings and other works of art are fragile and natural oils on your skin could damage them.
Photography
Visitors to The Rourke’s permanent collection galleries are welcome to take photographs or video for personal, noncommercial use without the use of flash. Photography may not be permitted in some special exhibitions and may be restricted for loaned works of art, as indicated by a “No Camera” symbol on the gallery wall. Tripods, monopods, and flash lighting are prohibited at all times.
Large group photography is not permitted at the museum or on museum grounds.
The Rourke reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to withhold and/or withdraw permission to photograph on its premises or to reproduce photographs of objects in its collection.
Food & Drinks
Food and drinks are not permitted in the galleries.
