The Cornell Art Museum is located at Old School Square off Atlantic Ave. in downtown Delray Beach. They ask for a $5 donation. There were 2 floors of beautiful crafts & art. The large gift shop had a lot to choose from at different prices. We came for the Wine Down event happening right in front of the Delray Affair in April. Wine, beer & soft drinks were available for purchase & I got to unwind & explore the exhibits. The WineDown will be open Friday & Saturday from 12-6 PM and Sunday from 12-5 PM. Proceeds benefit the Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce & the Cornell Museum. read more

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I have wanted to come here for ages, but the timing never seemed right. We were in Delray too early or too late or on the wrong day. Last week, everything came together and we were finally able to stop by the museum after a nearby lunch. The museum is located on the corner of Atlantic Avenue and Swinton. We've passed by many time going east on the avenue. There is metered parking on the side streets. The museum is in the hundred year old plus Delray School House. We entered and were greeted by the docent/volunteer. She told us a little about the building's history and which classrooms were originally located where before the remodeling was done. She also told us that they have no permanent exhibits, and that all the art work in the building was for sale. If you were interested in buying something, you should inquire about the price of the piece in the museum store. The first floor was occupied with works by the American artist, Dorothy Gillespie. Although she was a painter, she also worked in many different media. She was well known for her creative, colorful metal works of art. One quote compares her level of metal craft and skill as equal to Chihuly and his glassworks. On the second floor -- yes, there is a big staircase, but we took the elevator from inside the gift shop/store -- are works by Chilean-born Gustavo Novoa. Approximately 30 paintings show colorful, luxurious jungle scenes with animals. The volunteer said his art reminded her of the lushness of Gauguin's paintings. On second floor, there is also an exhibit of mosaics from a Mexican school. They are portraits of famous people -- actors, singers, etc. You will recognize most of them. The tiny pieces are put together in intricate patterns to form the faces. In some of them, they incorporate other materials -- like a piece of jewelry as a broach, leather as clothing, etc. They are fascinating to view up close first and then step back to see the overall portrait. The exhibits rotate periodically. The museum entrance is free, but there is a suggested donation of $5 per person which we happily paid. I'm glad we finally got a chance to visit. read more

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Limited availability at this Cornell Art Museum inside the renovated Old School which is free to visit but cash donations are encouraged. Wide open grassy front courtyard with scattered large artsy pieces leading to the front steps of the museum. Open to the public Wed - Sun 12pm - 5pm. Loved the sounds of the creaking original wood floors with every step which further exemplified the originality of the old building. Upon entry, a woman narrated the history of the Old School and provided us with brief direction through the rooms where we did a short self guided tour. The walls were white which allowed the colorful art work to pop. One of the rooms had crafts displayed from local artists. The art was organized and explained in each room of the old house. So much to see we did not get a chance to go upstairs but will return soon to finish our historic tour. read more

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Great location for a small museum with cool exhibits. I saw online that they were going to be having a Pop Culture Art Exhibition- Icons of Art, during the month of July and August 2025 and it looked interesting. The museum is under shortened summer hours so going to this exhibit is best for daytime plans either after lunch or before dinner on Atlantic Avenue. The Pop Culture exhibit has artwork done with Skittles candy and small mosaic tiles and many other mediums. The museum has no entrance free but they do ask for a small donation to participate. There are two floors to the museum and plenty of space to slowly wander and take in the artists works. Parking in the nearby garage is free on the weekends before 4 pm. I thought the two lady docents were very nice and I had a fun time taking in the zany art. Lots of great Instagram backgrounds too. read more

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The Artwalk is an event held here every month. It is free and something to check out. I was told that they feature different artists monthly. This is one beautiful, clean building inside. Art is always something fun to learn. I enjoyed my time here. The museum had some light snacks, a musician playing great music and an artist interaction room. She answered questions and explained her inspirations. Inside the museum was a series of different rooms. Each room showcased artwork from different countries. It was nice and colorful. It had paintings and sculptures. The building has two floors. They have stairs and an elevator. The staff was very knowledgeable and helpful. This was a good experience. The parking is public. There is a garage nearby. This street does get busy. I suggest to park by the side streets and to use the back streets. read more

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I enjoy the museum and all the exhibits. Particularly enjoyed the mosaics of popular artists and other famous people. The desk staff are always pleasant t read more

What a wonderful experience! We went here for the first Friday night - you pay what you wish and you go in and ee the exhibit! So pleasantly surprised - lovely music, wine, cheese, fruit and chatting with the artist! So lucky that we got to see a great exhibit - Jane Aldridge, a multimedia artist who grew up sailing on the coast of Texas now living and sailing on the Treasure Coast of Florida. Jane has had a fascination with water! She was captivated by watching childhood sandcastles fall to the waves and tides. Jane believes that people who do not go out on the ocean and witness its power and beauty may not understand what happens with the rushing water borne on a storm!! Definitely go check out her exhibit- Oceana Phenomena: Sea Stories, Sea Level Chronica, and wisdom of the Waves. It is located in the 1913 Delray Elementary School building, the museum art exhibitions are captivating experiences that continually refresh and change. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. (We did donate). There are other exhibits there as well - Central American Modernism - experience the daily life and histories of Guataela, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. Also the exhibit "Emotional Intelligence" - artist Matthew LaPenta has reimagined emoji's in the enduring medium of bronze,creativing a captivating dialogue between technology and tradition. Also every Wednesday from 3:30 pm-5 pm they have live music here! It is a great addition to our local community! read more

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A small little museum we checked that had about six rooms filled with art. The AC was blasting, which felt great on a hot day and there were bathrooms. Free spot but takes donations so don't be cheap just throw a few bucks in the box. read more

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Docent was a wonderful addition to our visit at the museum ! ai have only ever been there once in 2015 when I first moved here and I never had the pleasure of having an informational background of the building. It was very special! I learned things about the building I never knew! Highly recommend ! read more

What a fab experience! The mosaic collection was magnificent & the video explaining the procedure was fascinating! The woman who greeted us gave us insight into the artwork on the first floor. read more

The Cornell Art Museum is located in the restored 1913 Delray Elementary School building on the Old School Square campus. The architecture of the school is Masonry Vernacular. During the renovation the Dade County Pine floors were preserved. The museum was dedicated in 1990 and named for Delray Beach residents Harriet W. and George D. Cornell. A $1 million interior renovation was completed in November 2017. The first floor of the museum has two large galleries for exhibitions and a Spotlight gallery for month long exhibits of local artists. Also located on the first floor is the Museum Store which sells art, decor, and jewelry created by local artists. The second floor has four exhibition galleries and the atrium that was opened up the the second floor during the renovation. I love how a historic building is now used to showcase art. Parking is available on the street or at the city parking garage a short distance away. Admission to the museum is $8 for adults. When I visited the museum it was hosting the exhibit Tech Effect which is an art exhibit that shows how technology is influencing art. Artists in the exhibit include Speedy Graphito, Henry Ballate, Walter Brown, Miguel Chevalier, Ellen de Meijer, Brian Dettmer, and Daniel Fiorda to name just a few of the 22 artists showcasing their work. Pieces in the exhibit included media, sculpture, and an immersive installation. It's an exhibit custom made for your social media posts. In addition to exhibiting art the museum also host many events, lectures, and classes. A full schedule can be found on the museums website. Although this museum is small it is extremely well done and affordable to visit. A trip to the museum coupled with a meal at one of the areas many restaurants within walking distance makes for a wonderful afternoon. read more

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A very nice surprise of a place to visit while strolling down Atlantic Avenue in Delray. They were open for a special occasion so we decided to stop in and check it out. The former school was repurposed masterfully into this local art museum where they were showcasing local talent and themed exhibits. We found the experience to be very enjoyable. If you are into the arts, you won't be disappointed. A great way to spend an hour or two before you got eat on Atlantic. read more

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This has to be one of the best museums I've ever been to. It might even be the best. I really recommend anybody reading this too has not been to the Cornell aren't museum should go. It did not just impressed me, it wowed me. The exhibits here are amazing. You do not have to be a Techie to adore this place. Prices are great and Veterans and kids under 12 get in free! The staff are warm and welcoming and what you see is incredible. I hope some of the photos I have posted have done this place justice. It is amazing to see the talent on display here and how beautiful and innovative the works are. I also cannot believe the talent on display. I am much in awe. Been to many Museums all over the country. This is one of the best. I give it a well deserved five stars. read more

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Hidden treasure in the heart of Delray Beach! Small, cool art museum at Old School Square. Definitely worth a stroll through the museum. They change exhibits often and they host a number of events which support the local arts and the community. read more

I searched on google and it said it was open so I drove from Fort Lauderdale to this location (in traffic), paid for parking and then come to find out it was closed. Will never come back. read more