To prevent the spread of COVID-19 and reduce the potential risk of exposure, we ask that you perform a self-screening for COVID-19 symptoms before you leave home. Your participation and honesty are essential to help us take measures to protect you and everyone at the Hunter.

If you answer “yes” to any of the following questions, we kindly ask that you do NOT visit us at this time.

IN THE LAST 14 DAYS HAVE YOU:

• Been diagnosed with COVID-19 by a health care professional?
• Experienced cold or flu-like symptoms which may include cough, shortness of breath or chest tightness, sore throat, nasal congestion and runny nose, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, a fever over 104 degrees, chills, or sweats?
• Had close contact with an individual who was diagnosed with COVID-19 or cared for someone diagnosed with COVID-19?

WHEN YOU ARRIVE:

Masks – All museum staff and visitors over the age of 5 are required to wear masks that cover their nose and mouth.

Physical Distancing – Maintain 6 feet between yourself and other guests throughout the museum. Note the capacity limits in certain galleries, museum elevators, and in the museum store.

Cleaning protocols – Hand sanitizer stations are available throughout the museum and all frequently touched surfaces will be cleaned with increased frequency.

No-touch – We are offering a hands-free experience whenever possible. All of our maps and exhibition guides are available online. You can access these materials at HunterMuseum.org/mobile. The Hunter Museum provides free wifi access; no password required.

I’m a member. Do I need to reserve a ticket online?

Members do not need to reserve a ticket online.

Why should I have to buy an online ticket?

In order to provide the safest experience possible for all guests, volunteers, and staff we are asking not-yet-members to purchase tickets online.

I haven’t purchased a ticket online before. What are my options?

Tickets will be available for puchase HERE. Tickets are listed on a weekly basis, to buy online tickets at a more advance date please purchase a week before your requested visit or purchase on site at the museum.
Come on in! We are setting aside a limited number of tickets for walk-up guests.
Call us at 423.267.0968 between 10am -4pm, we would be happy to assist you.

Why are some discounted rates unavailable online?

We will continue to honor all of our discounted rates, but only the Senior rate will be available online. Guests may redeem other discounted rates by purchasing a ticket at the front desk of the museum at the beginning of their visit. Please plan to bring the applicable ID for the rate you’d like to redeem.

Cleaning and disinfecting procedures will be expanded throughout the museum according to CDC guidelines.

• Common seating areas and frequently touched surfaces will be sanitized throughout the day, including elevator buttons, handrails, furniture armrests, and restroom fixtures at least every two hours. If it makes you more comfortable we also have sanitized portable gallery stools available if you’d like to borrow one from Visitor Services.
• The museum has closed or modified any exhibit which either cannot be disinfected or in which physical distancing is not possible. Only one area in the museum, the Landscape Lounge, is completely closed at this time. Other interactive areas have been modified to provide the safest experience possible for our guests.
• Hand sanitizer stations are placed throughout the museum, including in the East Wing Art Lounge, West Wing second floor, East Wing, and on each floor of the Mansion.

Thank you for doing your part to help us maintain a clean environment. If you see any areas that need additional attention, please let one of our staff members know.

Will you still be having educational programs and events?

For now, all of our education programs are online. We will continue to add content to Virtual Hunter, as well as hosting Facebook Live staff-led art activities. Small group tours are available, and we look forward to announcing on-site public programs in smaller groups very soon. Sign-up for the Hunter e-newsletter or follow us on social media for updates.

What exhibitions will be on view this year?

The F Word: We Mean Female! exhibition will be on view through January 10, 2021. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in the U.S., the Hunter celebrates many of the incredible works in its collection by female artists. Highlighting larger installation pieces, many of which are rarely on view, the exhibition will include a range of artworks with a mix of subjects, styles and media.

Because of shipping and artist travel restrictions due to Covid-19, both the Mediterranea and Lalla Essaydi exhibitions have been moved to fall 2021. 

Will you be hosting weddings and other big events?

Please contact our Special Events department if you are interested in booking an event. They will be happy to answer specific questions about museum rentals and scheduling.