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Montana Museum of Art and Culture The Montana Museum of Art and Culture fosters the breadth of human creativity and relationships in the visual arts.

A welcoming university and state museum, it supports and celebrates artistic expression among the many cultures of Montana and beyond. Mission
The Montana Museum of Art and Culture fosters the breadth of human creativity and relationships in the visual arts. Vision Statement
It is the vision of the Montana Museum of Art and Culture to serve as:
a celebrated fine arts and cultural museum;
a national model for university museums;
a bridge between the students, faculty, and staff of the University of Montana and the wider community;
a significant contributor to the University of Montana's academic research and scholarly activities;
the best possible stewards of its noteworthy Permanent Collection, increasing its public value, integrity, and accessibility using the highest professional standards; and
creators of a legacy for future generations by honoring, preserving, and developing our shared artistic heritage. History
Located on the University of Montana campus in Missoula, MT, the MMAC is the state's oldest, deepest, and most comprehensive collection of art with a Permanent Collection begun in 1894. Formerly known as the "Museum of Fine Arts," it was administered by the School of Fine Arts until 2001 when it was recognized as the state's third museum and became a unit of the University's President's Office. In 2018, it became an affiliate unit of the College of the Arts and Media and in 2023, it opened a state-of-the-art facility, its first permanent home in its history.

This quiet little show on landscapes in the Permanent Collection reveals the depth of our holdings. On view in the third...
10/14/2026

This quiet little show on landscapes in the Permanent Collection reveals the depth of our holdings. On view in the third floor of the University Center. Captions forthcoming.

This is your last chance to see two exquisite exhibitions of the work of Morton Levin.
10/14/2026

This is your last chance to see two exquisite exhibitions of the work of Morton Levin.

We hosted our very first MUM Hour at the MMAC last week, inspired by Downtown Missoula's Hush Hour. The event featured a...
10/12/2026

We hosted our very first MUM Hour at the MMAC last week, inspired by Downtown Missoula's Hush Hour. The event featured an hour of silent reading with sound bowl accompaniment by Gregory Matarazzo followed by mingling and book discussion. Thanks to our community for joining us!

Proud to celebrate Indigenous People’s Day in America.Michael Horse (Mescalero Zuni, Apache, Yaqui, b. 1949) “Honor the ...
10/12/2026

Proud to celebrate Indigenous People’s Day in America.
Michael Horse (Mescalero Zuni, Apache, Yaqui, b. 1949) “Honor the Earth,” 2003, Mixed media
MMAC: Museum Purchase.

Cecily Brown at the MMAC: she is arguably one of the best painters in the world today. Don’t miss this Visiting Masterwo...
10/12/2026

Cecily Brown at the MMAC: she is arguably one of the best painters in the world today. Don’t miss this Visiting Masterwork.

Last week we welcomed over 150 College and Life Success (COLS) students to the MMAC, for tours and vision boarding sessi...
10/06/2026

Last week we welcomed over 150 College and Life Success (COLS) students to the MMAC, for tours and vision boarding sessions. Many thanks to the instructors and students who showed up to engage with our exhibitions.

The first image features the exhibition, "Il Maestro! Works by Morton Levin, a Centennial Celebration," sponsored by The Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art and traveled statewide by the Montana Art Gallery Directors Association (MAGDA). Courtesy of the Morton Levin and Alanna Zrimsek Estate.

RSVP now! This show is going to fill up fast! All patrons must RSVP ahead of time. Join the UM Dance Program in collabor...
10/01/2026

RSVP now! This show is going to fill up fast! All patrons must RSVP ahead of time. Join the UM Dance Program in collaboration with the Montana Museum of Art and Culture for Dance on Location!

Experience an evening where dance and visual art intersect. Join us for original choreography from the UM Dance Program inspired by the collection, featuring works created in conversation with the art of Morton Levin.

Please RSVP at umt.edu/montanamuseum.
Suggested $10 cash donation at the door.

Thursday October 15 and Friday October 16, 2026, at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 7 p.m.

Photo by Kerrigan Edwards Photography

Join us on Friday October 2nd from 4-7 pm for the latest First Friday offerings on campus and follow our Instagram for ...
09/29/2026

Join us on Friday October 2nd from 4-7 pm for the latest First Friday offerings on campus and follow our Instagram for monthly updates.

More pics of “A River Runs through Us”. Photos: Eileen Rafferty.
09/26/2026

More pics of “A River Runs through Us”. Photos: Eileen Rafferty.

Heads up! Starting in October, our regular docent tours will move to 1-1:50 PM Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. No tour...
09/24/2026

Heads up! Starting in October, our regular docent tours will move to 1-1:50 PM Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. No tours on Griz Home Game Saturdays.

Address

795 South 5th Street East
Missoula, MT
59812

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm

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+14062432019

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