New Haven / Connecticut
Yale University Art Gallery
Art from different cultures and periods fills a connected group of buildings on Chapel Street.
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A reason to wander.
Art from different cultures and periods fills a connected group of buildings on Chapel Street. The Yale University Art Gallery makes it possible to follow one collection closely or move between very different artistic traditions, then continue exploring downtown New Haven on foot.
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- Art across cultures
- Historic and modern gallery architecture
- Downtown New Haven
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Guide reviewed September 8, 2026. Hours, access and programs can change. Use the official sources below for the latest details.
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