Established in 1901
The Toledo Museum of Art is a beloved cultural institution in Toledo, Ohio and a global leader in the museum field. We believe that art transforms people’s lives and invites them to see differently.
We have one of the great collections in the world in an unrivaled setting, but our people are our best asset.
We proudly employ over 250 talented professionals who are devoted to our values, understand our history in our community, and are aligned around a strategy to blend a dual commitment to quality and Belonging in pathbreaking ways. Our team and our volunteers, including and especially our Board, share a passion for our work.
At TMA, we live our values so that we can authentically execute our vision and achieve our mission.
Mission
Through our collection and programs, we strive to integrate art into the lives of people.
Vision
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.
Values
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.
At TMA, we believe It is important for organizations to proactively create and maintain a strong culture and cultivate a positive environment that values open communication, transparency, fairness, and employee well-being. We do not only seek to be the model museum, we seek to inspire industries everywhere to embark on this journey of creating strong cultures that promote belonging.
The Toledo Museum of Art was established in 1901 to share the transformative power of art with the community. More than 30,000 artworks are housed in architecturally significant buildings on our 37-acre campus. Innovative and extensive education programs offer a variety of multi-sensory experiences for every visitor. Thanks to the generous spirit of the museum’s founders and the continued support of members, we remain a privately endowed, non-profit institution. Our collection is open to the public, free of charge.
At TMA, our strategic plan does not sit on a shelf—it’s our roadmap, laying out the exciting work of the next several years. We structure around it, we deliver against it, and we do so in the service of fulfilling our mission: To become the model art museum in the United States for our commitment to quality and our culture of belonging.
Read our Strategy (PDF)The Toledo Museum believes in Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion. TMA's Belonging Plan is a transparent, living document that conveys the values, goals, strategies, and guiding principles our institution will use to nurture an authentic culture of belonging among staff, visitors, and volunteers.
Read the Belonging PlanTMA is growing! We have opportunities at every level of the organization for exceptional people interested in working with exceptional colleagues at an institution that cares for its employees and its community.
Job OpeningsHost your special event in the distinctive atmosphere of the Toledo Museum of Art. Our experienced staff is dedicated to helping you through every step of the planning process. Let us work with you to create a first-class and affordable event.
Learn More About Hosting an EventThe annual report summarizes the collective impact of our efforts at TMA. The Museum's fiscal year runs from July to June annually.
View Annual ReportArt Matters is a twice annual publication that connects you with artists, ideas, communities, and people that make the Toledo Museum of Art come to life.
Read Art MattersOver nearly a century, the Toledo Museum of Art campus has grown from a single building to an architecturally significant campus that is a highlight of the city. With six buildings on nearly 40 acres, our campus offers Neoclassical, Art Deco, and contemporary architecture, as well as green space and a sculpture garden.
Learn More About TMA's Campus and ArchitectureMedia and photography inquiries are coordinated through our Marketing and Communications Office. We appreciate your interest in the Toledo Museum of Art.
Learn More About Media at TMAThe Toledo Museum of Art is committed to making art accessible to anyone. This means extending the efforts beyond the Museum and bringing art into the community. TMA's community outreach programs encourage learning and creativity for art enthusiasts of all ages.
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COVE offers innovative training solutions grounded in the principles of Visual Literacy, an approach originally developed by the Toledo Museum of Art. COVE leverages this unique concept to enhance safety and operational excellence in workplaces by helping individuals and organizations "see" more clearly.
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The complicated history of colonialism in the space we now occupy, the peoples who were here before us, and the enduring presence and diversity of Indigenous peoples in our region deserve our attention and respect. It is our responsibility as a cultural institution to do our best to understand and continually share new knowledge as we learn it.
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Using energy efficiently and protecting the environment is a priority. The Museum continually explores and implements green solutions to be good stewards of the planet and to preserve financial resources.
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