The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection

This free and open to the public museum offers an introduction to the fascinating world of the samurai while presenting an intimate viewing experience of their spectacular armor and accoutrements. One section within the exhibition highlights helmets from around the world. Admission is free.

The traveling exhibitions of The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection have showcased a variety of works from the family’s collection, which has been built over a span of twenty five years.

One hundred and forty pieces from the collection, including suits of armor, helmets, masks, and weaponry are currently on display at the Phoenix Art Museum through July 16, 2017.