Hollyhocks. Ogata Kenzan. 2015.79.83.1

About

About

Inspiring wonder through the power of art. The Minneapolis Institute of Art enriches the community by collecting, preserving, and making accessible outstanding works of art from the world’s diverse cultures.

What We Do

Managing the Collection

Mia holds its collection in public trust. As stewards of these artworks, we follow core standards set by the larger museum community to responsibly preserve, document, and exhibit them, ensuring they remain in good condition and are accessible to the public for generations to come.

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Programs

From tours to classes, films to Family Days, you won’t run out of ways to engage with the art at Mia. Get inspired, get involved, get out there.

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Impact Stories

Stories and stats illustrate Mia’s impact on visitors and communities. Work made possible by your generosity. Here are some of the ways your financial contributions are helping Mia inspire wonder through the power of art

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Conservation

Mia’s collection is held in public trust, for the benefit of all. Through the conservation of works of art in the collection, Mia ensures that it remains accessible for generations to come.

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Research

As a learning institution, Mia is committed to advancing research, sharing discoveries through presentations, publications, and partnerships with our community and across the museum field.

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How We Work

Opportunities

Mia has many ways for you to become involved. Come work with us: full-time, part-time, or on your own time as a volunteer.

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Mia Staff, Board, and Culture

Meet the museum’s leadership team, staff, and trustees, or read about our workplace culture, strategic plans, and reports.

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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Policy

Mia is committed to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster equity, and empower an accessible and inclusive environment.

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Accreditation at Mia

Museum accreditation is a rigorous process that examines all aspects of a museum’s operations. Mia was awarded reaccreditation by the by The American Alliance of Museums on November 11, 2023.

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Curatorial Departments

Mia’s curators are charged with caring for the collection and expanding our knowledge of the world’s artistic traditions.

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Support

We rely on the generous financial support of individuals and organizations to keep Mia free and accessible to all. Your contributions allow Mia to support our staff, maintain our collection and facility.

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Venue Rental

Weddings to work parties, board meetings to brainstorms—there are many reasons to hold an event at Mia, and many one-of-a-kind spaces to choose from.

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Sustainability at Mia

Preserving the planet for future generations is part of Mia’s mission. Here’s how we’re greening the museum.

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History + What’s Next

In 1883, twenty-five citizens of Minneapolis founded the Minneapolis Society of Fine Arts, committing them to bringing the arts into the life of their community.

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In the News

Press Room

Contacts, press releases, and images for media professionals covering the museum. Browse Mia’s latest news.

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Hollyhocks. Ogata Kenzan. 2015.79.83.1