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Since its founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of its collections, innovative and extensive education programs and architecturally significant campus. Thanks to the benevolence of its founders, as well as the continued support of its members, TMA remains a privately endowed, non-profit institution and opens its collection to the public, free of charge. The Museum seeks to become the model art museum in the country, leading the way in genuinely and creatively engaging its communities and fostering a sense of belonging for all its audiences.

TMA provides a comprehensive summary of all of its activities to the public every year.
TMA is led by an executive management team overseen by the Museum's Board of Directors.
The Toledo Museum of Art’s member magazine is published two times per year.

Toledo Museum of Art Mission, Vision, and Values

Through our collection and programs, we strive to integrate art into the lives of people.

The Toledo Museum of Art will become the model art museum in the United States for its commitment to quality and its culture of belonging.

Diversity: Diverse ideas emerge from a diverse team and engage diverse audiences.

Community: We exist to serve our community with and through the highest quality art.

Innovation: We seek to innovate for our community and for our field.

Trust: We steward our collection in the public trust and must guard the confidence placed in us.

Transition to Active Community Outreach and Engagement

Broaden the Narrative of History

Become an Employer of Choice

Create a Platform for Operational Excellence

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Guest artist draws inspiration from the museums ancient and contemporary art collections

Nov. 1, 2023

“My work explores the intersection between multimedia, art, technology and African cosmologies. It’s about how we can tie ancient perspectives and ancient ideas with the contemporary to an emancipatory vision of possibilities for humanity,” explains Mikael Owunna, the 56th Guest Artist Pavi…

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Toledo Museum of Art Partners with Mercy Health to Bring Enriching Art Activities to the Community

Oct. 26, 2023

The longstanding partnership provides opportunities for youth and adults
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Sara Jane DeHoff named next chair of Toledo Museum of Art board of directors

Oct. 4, 2023

Longstanding board member, arts advocate and patron Sara Jane DeHoff was elected the next board chair of the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA). DeHoff was most recently the vice chair of the board of directors and will serve up to four one-year terms. 

DeHoff’s work with TMA dates to 1990 when she jo…