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TMA Labs

Technology for TMA’s Future

The Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) is a regional museum with a global presence. Historically, TMA’s worldwide reach has resulted from the quality of its collection and exhibitions; in the future, it will be a function of our embrace of new technologies. Geographic boundaries mean less in a networked world.  TMA Labs is the part of the Museum that conducts experiments across those boundaries.

For TMA Labs, technology is a facilitator for creativity, innovation and change. We accelerate education and understanding by gathering a global network of artists, curators, and technologists to create a dynamic platform for cultural exchange and collaboration. We envision a future where art and technology merge in interesting ways that enhance both visitor experiences and museum processes, in Toledo and beyond.

Digital Artist in Residency

The Digital Artist in Residency (DAIR) Program was one of TMA Labs’ first projects at the museum. DAIR brings global digital artists and local artists together in Toledo for collaboration, mentorship, and creative exchange. Artists connect with each other and the local community through activations, exhibitions, and digital art made available for free to the public. This program has been a local and international success, garnering widespread attention, and setting significant precedents in both the traditional and digital art spaces.

DAIR 2023: Sankofa Carnival:

A project that reclaims the Western notion of carnival, highlighting African contributions to global culture through the integration of digital and physical art.

DAIR 2024: House of Yatreda:

A collaboration that explores the intersection of art and blockchain, using web3 technology to craft immersive experiences that challenge conventional art narratives.

Exhibitions

House of Yatreda

  • Free for members
  • $10 for non-members
  • Green Building, Levis Gallery
  • August 17, 2024 to November 10, 2024
Yatreda family

Sankofa Carnival

  • Free for members
  • Free for non-members
  • Green Building, Libbey Court
  • December 1, 2023 to March 17, 2024

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