Midwest Museum of American Art

Midwest Museum of American Art Celebrating 47 years of art and culture in 2026! The museum's 25,000-square-foot space houses a collection focusing on 19th and 20th century American art.

The Midwest Museum of American Art is a non-profit public art museum located in downtown Elkhart, Indiana, United States. Its collection includes selections of Abstract expressionism, American Impressionism, the Chicago Imagists, Overbeck art pottery, Pop art, Regionalism, the Ashcan School, and Western art (art from the American West). Artworks in the collection include works by Norman Rockwell,

Hans Hofmann, Edward Moran, Roger Brown, Grant Wood, Arthur Bowen Davies, Ralph Albert Blakelock and many others. Each fall the museum hosts the Elkhart Juried Regional competition. The museum provides docent led student tours, publishes a quarterly newsletter for members and published its first Catalogue of the Permanent Collection in 2004.

06/24/2026

The Midwest Museum of American Art is hosting a new exhibition exploring American identity through July 31. See link below ⬇️

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For our June Elkhart ArtWalk, the MMAA is featuring a double showcase!Experience the impressionistic landscapes of paint...
06/23/2026

For our June Elkhart ArtWalk, the MMAA is featuring a double showcase!

Experience the impressionistic landscapes of painter Brian Tilbury, whose work captures iconic Midwestern scenes. We'll also be hosting , featuring her handcrafted leather goods and unique accessories created from upcycled leather.

Meet them both and peruse their wares tomorrow from 5–8 PM during the

Join harpist Anna Hagen for an engaging program on Thursday, June 25, where she will share the story of the harp in conj...
06/22/2026

Join harpist Anna Hagen for an engaging program on Thursday, June 25, where she will share the story of the harp in conjunction with our current exhibits. She will share her personal experiences with the instrument and delight the audience with a selection of live performances, highlighting the beauty and versatility of this timeless art form.

Free to MMAA Members. Regular Admission Fees apply for Non-Members. The program begins at 12:15. No admittance after the program begins until its conclusion at 1:15 pm.

Noontime Talks are sponsored in part by the Community Foundation of Elkhart County.

Downtown Elkhart

The ArtVault is in full bloom with unique treasures by our creative artists!dawson.art Downtown Elkhart Elkhart Jazz...
06/19/2026

The ArtVault is in full bloom with unique treasures by our creative artists!
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Downtown Elkhart Elkhart Jazz Festival

Balance Body & Mind at Yoga in the Gallery this Friday with Pura Vida Popup Yoga! Downtown Elkhart
06/17/2026

Balance Body & Mind at Yoga in the Gallery this Friday with Pura Vida Popup Yoga!

Downtown Elkhart

Join us for our Noontime Talk on Thursday, June 18 at 12:15 PM.Ron Monsma will discuss the process behind his work and t...
06/15/2026

Join us for our Noontime Talk on Thursday, June 18 at 12:15 PM.

Ron Monsma will discuss the process behind his work and the techniques he uses to bring his paintings to life. Drawing from the Baroque masters, Monsma incorporates dynamic composition, rich symbolism and metaphor into his art. He will also discuss the new direction his art has taken since retiring from Indiana University-South Bend, where he taught drawing and painting since 1997.

Free to MMAA Members. Regular Admission Fees apply for Non-Members. The program begins at 12:15. No admittance after the program begins until its conclusion at 1:15 pm.

Noontime Talks are sponsored in part by the Community Foundation of Elkhart County.

🌈Pride Month is a celebration of authenticity, resilience, and community. As a non-profit dedicated to serving others, w...
06/11/2026

🌈Pride Month is a celebration of authenticity, resilience, and community. As a non-profit dedicated to serving others, we believe every person deserves respect, opportunity, and a place where they can thrive.🌈

From the MMAA Permanent Collection:
"Steam Train, Match, Fire," 1971, screen print, by William Crutchfield (1932-2015),
Gift of Dr. Steven Conant, Indianapolis, IN.

🗣🚨 New Exhibit on view now through July 5!Immerse yourself in this vibrant exhibit celebrating the spirit of jazz, coinc...
06/10/2026

🗣🚨 New Exhibit on view now through July 5!

Immerse yourself in this vibrant exhibit celebrating the spirit of jazz, coinciding with the Elkhart Jazz Fest. This exhibit features dynamic artworks that capture the rhythm, emotion, and improvisational energy of jazz music, showcasing how visual art and sound intertwine to create a rich cultural experience.🎷🎶🎉

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429 S Main Street
Elkhart, IN
46516

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

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+15742936660

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