The Minnesota Museum of American Art, affectionately known simply as The M, has an art collection of regional and national significance. AFTI was fortunate to partner with the M during the pandemic to elevate the voices and art of our artists serving time. in addition to collaborating on a powerful public exhibit on the windows of the museum in downtown Saint Paul, we were surprised and overwhelmed when they said they wanted to purchase one of our works to add to their permanent collection. The quality of the collection is strengthened by the thoughtful acquisition of new works that build on meaningful stories that the collection tells. At the M, the artists are valuable alongside their artworks–their stories, goals, and histories create something bigger than the art itself.  Read more in their Community Report 21-22 to learn more and see the power piece, Convict, by Arturo Montaño.

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