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CREATING A STRONGHOLD FOR

CONTEMPORARY REALIST ART

REALIST ART

WELCOME TO NSMA

Join us to immerse yourself in the harmony between the exceptional artistry on display and the stunning surrounding natural environment.

OPEN

Wednesday through Sunday, 10AM - 5PM

CLOSED

Monday and Tuesday

Winter break: January 1st – February 15th

Major holidays

Creating a stronghold for contemporary realist art with uncompromising levels of quality and craftsmanship, the New Salem Museum and Academy of Fine Art:

VISION

Draws inspiration from old masterworks while paying close attention to what is happening with the art of our time

Offers the public the opportunity to view works of art that would otherwise remain in private hands

Fosters a community of artists, patrons, collectors, and dealers, encouraging them to learn from one another

Provides students with a rare opportunity to study with world renowned artists in class and workshop settings

ACADEMY

NSMA’s third floor academy offers a stunning environment for artists to study in class and workshop settings with world-renowned artists. Open studio figure drawing groups are offered regularly.

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WELCOME TO NSMA

Join us to immerse yourself in the harmony between the exceptional artistry on display and the stunning surrounding natural environment.

OPEN

Wednesday through Sunday, 10AM-5PM

CLOSED

Monday and Tuesday

Winter break: January 1st – February 15th

Major holidays

VISION

Creating a stronghold for contemporary realist art with uncompromising levels of quality and craftsmanship, the New Salem Museum and Academy of Fine Art:

Draws inspiration from old masterworks while paying close attention to what is happening with the art of our time

Offers the public the opportunity to view works of art that would otherwise remain in private hands

Fosters a community 
of artists, patrons, collectors, and dealers, encouraging them to learn from one another

Provides students with a rare opportunity to study with world renowned artists in class and workshop settings

ACADEMY

NSMA’s third floor academy offers a stunning environment for artists to study in class and workshop settings with world-renowned artists. Open studio figure drawing groups are offered weekly

CREATING A STRONGHOLD FOR

CONTEMPORARY

REALIST ART

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

The Director’s Exhibition will present a collection of artwork curated by Michael Klein consisting of various influences connected to his work. The display of art will exemplify NSMA’s vision to create a stronghold for realism, selected to showcase several generations of living masters. 

EXHIBITION

EVENT

Director's Exhibition

Oct 2nd - Dec 29th, 2024

Oct 2nd - Dec 29th, 2024

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Coming February 2025 just in time to cure the winter doldrums, a special exhibit of fanciful, cheeky works guaranteed to make you smile!

EXHIBITION

EVENT

On The Lighter Side

Feb 16th - Apr 27th, 2025

Feb 16th - Apr 27th, 2025

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The Finalists from NSMA’s International Painting Competition will be on exhibit at the museum for a two month long exhibition!

EXHIBITION

EVENT

Competition Finalists Exhibition

May 7th - June 29th, 2025

May 7th - June 29th, 2025

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The Director’s Exhibition will present a collection of artwork curated by Michael Klein consisting of various influences connected to his work. The display of art will exemplify NSMA’s vision to create a stronghold for realism, selected to showcase several generations of living masters. 

EXHIBITION

EVENT

Director's Exhibition

Oct 2nd - Dec 29th, 2024

Oct 2nd - Dec 29th, 2024

|

Coming February 2025 just in time to cure the winter doldrums, a special exhibit of fanciful, cheeky works guaranteed to make you smile!

EXHIBITION

EVENT

On The Lighter Side

Feb 16th - Apr 27th, 2025

Feb 16th - Apr 27th, 2025

|

The Finalists from NSMA’s International Painting Competition will be on exhibit at the museum for a two month long exhibition!

EXHIBITION

EVENT

Competition Finalists Exhibition

May 7th - June 29th, 2025

May 7th - June 29th, 2025

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