The Toledo Museum of Art is refreshing the way you experience art. For the first time in more than 40 years, we’re reimagining our galleries — the spaces where stories of art, culture, and creativity unfold.
This transformation is about more than updating walls or lighting. It’s about creating a Museum experience that reflects the world we live in today: more welcoming, more connected, and more inspiring for every visitor.
| Community Feedback | 2024 – 2025 |
| Design Finalization | 2025 |
| Construction and Reinstallation | 2025 – 2027 |
| Grand Reopening | 2027 |
We’re designing galleries that guide you through a journey from ancient civilizations to today’s creative voices. You’ll see familiar favorites alongside new discoveries with stories that reveal the global connections between artists, ideas, and cultures.
Historic spaces like The Cloister will be carefully preserved and refreshed, honoring the Museum’s architectural heritage while making room for new perspectives and experiences.
We’re expanding the narrative to highlight a wider range of artists, communities, and creative traditions, all while showcasing how the story of art reflects many voices, both global and local. This commitment to inclusivity extends beyond artists themselves to the materials, mediums, and geographic regions represented throughout our collection.
Upgraded lighting, climate control, and restrooms will make the Museum more comfortable and accessible for all visitors, so everyone can enjoy art in a welcoming environment.
Together, these updates ensure that the Toledo Museum of Art remains a place of wonder, reflection, and connection — inspiring generations to come.
You’ll soon be able to explore art history as a journey that flows through the Museum — from ancient civilizations to modern creativity. The new layout will make it easier to see how different cultures and time periods have inspired one another, creating a more meaningful and immersive visit.
One exciting update involves The Cloister, one of TMA’s most beloved architectural spaces. By moving it closer to Classic Court, visitors will be able to experience ancient and medieval art in dialogue with modern works, bridging centuries of creativity in one seamless experience. The Cloister’s next chapter will preserve its beauty while enhancing its accessibility and presence for years to come.
Behind the scenes, TMA’s curators, designers, and educators are working collaboratively to make this transformation possible while rethinking how each gallery can better serve our community and celebrate the depth of our collection.
Continue to check back here for regular updates, photos, and stories as the project unfolds — and get ready to experience the Toledo Museum of Art in a whole new way.
Aerial view of TMA's Campus
A curatorial team group session
Our curators working in a workshop to arrange the collection chronologically
A view from Libbey Court into a skylit Canaday Gallery
Expanded space for contemporary art and a new temporary exhibition space outfitted with restrooms
Toledo Museum of Art, Herrick Lobby Entrance
Outside view of the Monroe Street entrance
We’re reimagining our galleries to create a Museum experience that feels both timeless and forward-thinking while preserving what you love most about TMA while introducing new ways to experience art.
This transformation will make your visits more engaging, accessible, and inspiring. You’ll see spaces that celebrate art’s global story, encourage curiosity, and invite every visitor to explore at their own pace.
Here’s what’s on the way:
A new journey through art history; galleries that flow from ancient civilizations to modern masterpieces.
Interactive and immersive moments that bring art to life and spark connection.
Improved accessibility and comfort with better navigation, lighting, and facilities.
A continued focus on conservation, ensuring that our collection is cared for and protected for future generations.
More inclusive stories, showcasing artists and cultures from around the world, all right here in Toledo.
This process is guided by your voice. Through community conversations, focus groups, and surveys, TMA is listening to what matters most to our visitors. We’ve also formed a Community Council of local leaders and partners who help shape decisions and ensure this project reflects the diversity and creativity of our city.
Together, we’re creating a Museum that tells a fuller story — one that belongs to everyone who walks through our doors.
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