So what did some of our Sassies (and their kids) think of the Utah Museum of Fine Arts? Is it a place where they can bring their families and have fun? Read on to find out!

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QUESTION

What was your first impression?
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THE SCOOP

Allison: The museum was way bigger and had a way more amazing collection than I was prepared for.
Angela & Seth: These people really care about the art and the people coming to look at it. The building was beautiful and to be met by a tour guide sealed the deal – well worth any time and money. We felt welcome and comfortable right away.  We were impressed!
Evonne: Fantastic atmosphere for learning, and a new fun place to add to our family outings.
Kalli: I loved the tall ceilings, clean lines and modern feel of the museum, also the large stairway is really cool looking. Plus it smelled good (the cafe is on your right when you come in the front doors).
Michelle & Jared: The collection was larger and more interesting than I thought it may be.
Madison (age 12) & Lauren (age 9): M: It was cool ’cause I love art!; L: kinda cool.
Vanessa & Tyler: Such a beautiful museum, every time I come I wish my kids were a little older so they could love it even more. But I feel like if I want them to appreciate it I need to start them off young!

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What did you like the most?

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THE SCOOP

Allison: The feel of the museum, it was on par with some of the bigger and more famous museums I’ve been to.
Angela & Seth: The art project was so well organized and engaging. We were able to look through the museum before beginning the project – well paced and organized. It made us feel comfortable and welcome.
Evonne: How friendly the staff was, and the knowledge they were able to share with us.
Kalli: I loved the artwork the most, but it was also very fun to participate in the museum’s 3rd Saturday family activity. Even though I am no artist, it was fun to make cards and print them out as a souvenir of our visit.
Michelle & Jared: I loved the printing activity! It was really fun for the kids and adults alike to draw their self portrait on the foam sheet and then see it printed on to cards to share. I think my husband liked it best of all!
Madison & Lauren: M: That we got to make postcards; L: taking pics
Vanessa & Tyler: I learned that the Museum of was actually Family Friendly which if I have been honest the past times I have been it has NOT been at all. I learned about the 3rd Saturday Art Projects for kids and also the family friendly exhibits with the fun interactive backpacks you can bring along!

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What didn’t you like?

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Allison: My kids got bored easily.
Angela & Seth: For a family outing, we didn’t appreciate having our small sons exposed to some of the nude art that was next to the art our hostess was showing as an example for the art project.
Evonne: Since I am not familiar with the area it was kind of hard to find.
Kalli: Not stroller friendly, that I saw, which makes it hard to schlep little ones around and keep them from destroying all the beautiful things.  Also, for the activity it seemed like the room where they hosted the ink printing was a bit too small and crowded.
Michelle & Jared: Struggling with my 2 year old boy trying to run away. He doesn’t do well in places where he can’t touch anything.
Madison & Lauren: M: That we didn’t get to stay longer; L: waiting for the stamps to dry
Vanessa & Tyler: I think a lot more of the employees (not that ones we worked with that day, they were fabulous) need to become more family friends and appreciate parents trying to bring their children in. We try to keep them quiet, out of harms way, we try!

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Would you visit again?

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Allison: In a heartbeat!  Can’t wait.
Angela & Seth: Absolutely!
Evonne: Most definitely!
Kalli: Definitely, I plan on it.  I want more time to look around!
Michelle & Jared: I would take my son back once he is a little older and can appreciate the art activities for himself.
Madison & Lauren: M: Yesss!!!!; L: totally!!!!! {Emily’s girls love their exclamation points!}
Vanessa & Tyler: Yes Yes Yes. I want my girls to love the arts, to learn from them, appreciate them and they already are starting too. The Utah Museum of Fine Arts IS the place to do this.

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If you could only send out one tweet about the business, what would you say?

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Allison: Go give your family some culture at the museum of fine arts, you won’t regret it!
Angela & Seth: 3rd Sat at UMFA permanently on our calendar! SO much 2 SEE & Do!
Evonne: Wanna go with us to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts 4 their 3rd Sat. Art Project?  We went last time, and had a ball!
Kalli: UMFA is awesome!  3rd Saturday show up for a fun and interactive activity for families!
Michelle & Jared: Treat your kids to art more creative than a coloring book and crayons. Visit UMFA for free and let them be in charge of the art projects!
Madison & Lauren: M: AWESOME!!!!!!; L: you’ve got to see the blue man, and that self-statue looks like Bro. Jensen!!!! {Um, let’s not tell Bro. Jensen}
Vanessa & Tyler: The @UMFA IS Family Friendly, take your kids to the 3rd Sat Art Project and a Family Friendly Exhibit where you can make it interactive with a backpack full of fun things provided by the museum!
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Here is the official SassyScoops.com rating for the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. If you have been to the museum we would love to know what you think!
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Return to SassyScoops.com on Friday for our follow-up post on the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. With kids in tow you know there will be great photos and a great follow-up!