The nationally accredited Museum fills its seven galleries with a variety of exhibitions throughout the year, including prestigious traveling exhibits and the work of nationally and regionally acclaimed artists. The Museum's own 2,300-piece permanent collection also forms the basis for exhibitions.
The Museum is pleased to be one of only eight museums nationwide to host Becoming a Nation: Americana from the Diplomatic Reception Rooms, U.S. Department of state. The Museum has partnered with local attractions to present a summer celebrating our nation's history. Becoming a Nation will be on view May 22 - July 18, 2004. More information on that exhibition is available at www.becominganation.com.
The Huntsville Museum of Art, North Alabama's leading visual arts center, moved to its beautiful facility in Big Spring International Park in 1998. Named as one of the state's "Top 10" destinations by the Alabama Bureau of Tourism and Travel, the Huntsville Museum of Art is gaining a reputation throughout the South for bringing high-caliber touring exhibitions to the region.
The Museum Academy offers a variety of classes for all ages. The education department produces art-enrichment programs, including gallery walks, docent-led tours and film festivals.