Memphis Art Museum | Herzog & de Meuron

Memphis Art Museum will open its new cultural campus in the heart of Downtown Memphis along the Mississippi River in December 2026. The 123,500-square-foot building—designed by Pritzker Prize winners Herzog & de Meuron in collaboration with architect of record archimania—will offer 50 percent more gallery space and six times more art-filled free and public spaces, including a 10,000-square-foot community courtyard, a 50,000-square-foot rooftop “art park in the sky,” an outdoor amphitheater with stunning views of the Mississippi River, and an expansive pedestrian plaza that will be shared by the museum and Cossitt Library. With its dynamic form, light-filled galleries, and thoughtfully designed public spaces, the building reimagines what an art museum can be: a vibrant hub where art and community converge. As the oldest and largest art museum in Tennessee, Memphis Art Museum holds a collection of more than 10,000 works representing the city’s artistic legacy and welcoming global perspectives. By expanding access, deepening community engagement, and offering year-round cultural programming, the museum’s new campus will inspire creativity, drive economic growth, and reinforce Memphis’ position as a cultural destination for generations to come.

Opening Date December 2026

Design Architect Herzog & de Meuron

Architect of Record archimania

Landscape Design OLIN

Site Area 91,500 square feet