LIGONIER

The museum opened its doors on September 10, 1997. With the visionary planning of Tina and Tom Thoburn and a dedicated steering committee, a donation of historic local lumber was secured to create Ligonier’s log cabin façade. The perfect setting for a relaxing stroll.

Whether outside surrounded by our beautiful flower gardens, or inside amongst our rotating exhibitions of American art, the museum is your tranquil get-away from the busy rush of the city. The Museum offers a full schedule of programs and activities including a variety of educational activities for kids of all ages.

Enjoy enhanced accessibility with a new respite/quiet room supporting neurodivergent visitors with a welcoming, calming space to enjoy art. Becoming accustomed with the floor plan in advance of your visit will help you find your way around the museum. As a member of the Autism Travel Club, the museum is accessible to everybody! Download floor plan here.

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FRIENDS

Founded in 2000, the Friends of SAMA consists of approximately thirty members and serves to provide financial and volunteer support. The Friends are also charged with increasing public attention on the Museum and helping to broaden its membership. Join the Friends today!

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SCULPTURE GARDEN

The Donald M. Robinson Sculpture Park opened in 2018. We are a member of the Westmoreland Pollinator Partners maintaining gardens which serve as shelter to migrating monarch butterflies, a species in peril. Find more information on what's on display inside on the exhibitions tab.

Plein Air Art Festival

September 23-27, 2026

Paint the shadows of the valley and sunshine of the mountain tops in Ligonier Valley! Artists of all levels are invited to register for both our Plein Air Paint Out and Quick Draw events held in picturesque Ligonier, Pennsylvania.

Quick Draw: Wednesday, September 23, 2026

12PM registration and check-in & 1-3PM quick draw competition

Paint Out: Thursday, September 24, 2026

artist check in

Artists Dinner: Friday, September 25, 2026

Wet Sale: September 27 - October 11, 2026

cash prizes will be awarded

Come enjoy the beauty of the valley and mountains of Ligonier Valley Pennsylvania! Use the button below to email Site Coordinator, Heather Konhaus, for more details.

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