The museum's collection includes the 'Jade Mountain Illustrating the Gathering of Poets at the Lan Ting Pavilion,' one of the largest pieces of jade outside of China.
The Mia features a period room gallery, including an authentic 18th-century French drawing room and a Japanese tea house.
The institution has been collecting art for the public since its founding in 1883.
The museum's 'Minneapolis Sculpture Garden' connection is facilitated by its proximity to urban park corridors.
The library at Mia is one of the most comprehensive art research libraries in the Upper Midwest.
It holds a significant collection of photographs by Henri Cartier-Bresson.
The museum underwent a major architectural expansion in 2006 designed by Michael Graves to improve navigation and accessibility.
The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) houses a encyclopedic collection of over 100,000 objects spanning 5,000 years of global history. Its permanent collection includes diverse works ranging from Egyptian mummies to European Impressionist paintings by Claude Monet. The museum occupies a historic building originally designed by McKim, Mead & White, with subsequent modern expansions by Kenzo Tange and Michael Graves. Visitors can explore galleries dedicated to African, Asian, Oceanic, and American art, alongside extensive photography and textiles departments. It remains one of the largest art museums in the United States by collection size. The museum emphasizes community engagement through a robust calendar of public programs and rotating special exhibitions. Its footprint encompasses several city blocks, functioning as a primary cultural anchor for the Minneapolis Whittier neighborhood.
The dramatic, sunlit Target Wing atrium featuring sweeping architectural lines and contemporary glass windows.
Check the online calendar for 'Art Adventure' tours or curator-led talks that occur throughout the week.
Utilize the museum’s free mobile app to access self-guided audio tours while navigating the multi-level wings.
Visit the museum’s rooftop terrace for an elevated view of the surrounding Minneapolis cityscape.
Do not attempt to see the entire collection in one visit, as the museum's scale leads to significant fatigue; focus on 2-3 specific wings per visit.
Closed on Mondays. Open late on Thursday evenings.
Large backpacks and bags are restricted; complimentary coat check is available for bulky items. Flash photography is prohibited in specific galleries marked with signage.
