The Ava Gardner Museum is home to an incredible collection including
original scripts, photos, costumes, and personal effects of screen
legend Ava Gardner—a true Hollywood “Cinderella” story. Experience
her rise from a local country girl to one of Hollywood’s film goddesses.
Born near Smithfield, Ava’s friends and co-stars included Mickey
Rooney, Clark Gable, Frank Sinatra, and Gregory Peck. Her grave site
is located in nearby Sunset Memorial Gardens, approximately two
miles from the museum. Merchandise is available for purchase.
325 E. Market St., Smithfield
(919) 934-5830
www.avagardner.org
The museum is open daily, Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. Wheelchair accessible, public
restrooms. Free parking along street
and rear lots. Admission: $6 adults;
$5 seniors; $4 children ages 3-12.
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