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The Dayton Art Institute

The Dayton Art Institute

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+1 937 223 42 78456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, Ohio 45405 · Grafton Hill

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456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, Ohio 45405

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About

As one of the Miami Valley’s premier fine art museums, the Dayton Art Institute offers a full range of programming in addition to exhibiting its collection and special exhibitions. The Dayton Art Institute is committed to enriching the community by creating meaningful experiences with art that are available to all.

Amenities

Service options

  • Onsite services

Highlights

  • Active military discounts
  • Live performances

Accessibility

  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Offers tours
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safespace

Hours

Wednesday
11 AM to 5 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 8 PM
Friday
11 AM to 5 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 5 PM
Sunday
12 to 5 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed

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