The Dayton Art Institute will open its doors without charge on three weekends this year.
The first is happening this weekend from March 7–8. Other free weekends will be August 29–30, and November 14–15. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
On those days, visitors can access the permanent collection, all current special exhibitions and family activities. A 15% membership discount will also be available for new and renewing members.
Current exhibitions include Engaged: Rings from around the World (through April 19), Exploring Feminism (through January 2027) and Tony Foster, Exploring Time (through May 17).
Later in 2026, the museum will open shows covering William H. Johnson, folk art quilts, Japanese photography and alternative photographic processes, among others.
Regular admission is $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and active military and $5 for students and youth. More information can be found on the Art Institute’s website.
The Dayton Art Institute was founded in 1919. The museum’s collection covers 5,000 years of art history and includes significant American, Ancient American, Asian, and European fine and decorative arts, totaling more than 27,000 objects.