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- ThelocaltripperJanuary 1, 2017It is a very small museum with great pieces. The 4th floor is the golden ticket here. Was able to get discount on tickets through groupon. Gift shop is full of stuff you'd want to take home!
- MillyJune 26, 2012Have someone give you a guided tour - it is a fantastic way to get to know the museum. And, in case you are wondering, Patterson Pope supplied the movable shelving and art rack in the storage room.
- Creative Loafing CharlotteOctober 2, 2013At the gift shop, we've found an ink pen disguised as a tube of paint. Folks may also browse books on art, prints of museum works, T-shirts of the "Firebird" and other cool stuff. Read more
- Paula MadeiraOctober 1, 2017The architecture is cool but it is a very small museum, you can't even compare to Mint. Still, it is nice to walk around and see the art.
- Creative Loafing CharlotteOctober 7, 2013Although it isn't crammed with cocktail tables, the Bechtler lobby does sport a bar, some club seating and surprisingly fine acoustics. Read more
- Rachel WhinneryOctober 6, 2014The museum was at the top of my list when visiting Charlotte. Spent about an hour there. Great place.
- The special exhibitions are a nice way of seeing the 'hidden' parts of the museum's extensive collection.
- Kari HessMarch 28, 2019Pose for an iconic Charlotte photo in front of The Firebird. Purchase the Levine Center for the Arts pass to also visit The Mint & Gantt Center.
- Kari HessJuly 11, 2018pose for an iconic Charlotte photo in front of The Firebird; purchase the Levine Center for the Arts pass to also visit The Mint & Gantt Center
- Gabriel HayesAugust 28, 2015If you pay for admission here, you get a discount at the Mint Museum Uptown across the street.
- DoubleTree by Hilton - CharlotteNovember 7, 2011This new exhibition focuses on letters, prints and found objects related to renowned kinetic artist Jean Tinguely’s Cascade sculpture in uptown Charlotte’s Carillon building. Very interesting exhibit. Read more
- Scott WeaverMarch 19, 2012Great Modern collection, and worth a trip for the photo op with Niki De Saint Phalle's mirrored "Phoenix" sculpture out front!
- ToryBurchApril 15, 2011A new museum featuring the Bechtler family's private collection. Works by artists such as Giacometti and Miro are on public display for the first time.
- Come hear some great jazz on the first friday of each month. Get there early or buy your tickets online the day before or you might miss out.
- DoubleTree by Hilton - CharlotteOctober 31, 2011The first Full weekend every month. Show your Bank of America card & get free general admission Why not make it a weekend event stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton only about 1 mile away.
- ULI Rose CenterSeptember 28, 2012City-contributed funds to build this facility were raised through an increase on the rental-car tax, supported by the hospitality industry, would be a key source for the city’s contribution. Read more
- Tammy OfsanikAugust 20, 2011When on the 4th floor, ask the security person to turn on the motorized Tinguely pieces. Pretty cool, especially the Santana piece.
- Clara AusDecember 26, 2011The Alexander Calder and Andy Warhol works are AMAZING!!! The museum even has some Picasso pieces!
- Scott BrechmacherMay 21, 2012If you can get for free or just feel like donating to the arts, check it out. Otherwise, it's not worth the admission.
- DoubleTree by Hilton - CharlotteJanuary 31, 2012Jazz for Lovers on 2/3 at 6pm: The Ziad Jazz quartet will set the scene for romance while guest vocalist Toni Tupponce croons ballads to get you in the mood for love. Read more
- HISTORYApril 23, 2010The museum was designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta who also designed the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
- You feel like you're not in Charlotte...the gift shop is the ultimate and the food in the cafe is from Porcupine. YUM
- EnergySmartCharlotteJanuary 23, 2010The place is beautiful, it was super crowded opening day but I can't wait to go again! Read more
- If you're a Marilyn Monroe or Andy Warhol fan, head up to the 4th floor...
- kamran popkinOctober 22, 2011Just try to get past the gift shop without buying anything. Go on then,i dare ya. I couldn't.