Upon opening to the public in 1954, the McNay’s collection began with a strong emphasis on Modern European and American art, particularly French painting and Post-Impressionism, and now includes over 20,000 objects.
Collection strengths include American art since World War II, Modern European and American prints and drawings, and a collection of over 9,000 Theatre Arts objects focusing on scene and costume designs. More than 150 pieces of French art glass of the late 1800s–early 1900s — the Jeanne and Irving Mathews Collection of Art Glass — are installed in a dedicated gallery.
The museum began in a 24-room Spanish Colonial-Revival home and has expanded to 45,000 square feet and a sculpture gallery and garden.
Please check the museum website for updated exhibition information. Scheduling may have been modified as a result of the temporary museum closure.
A cross section of artwork from the Collection organized by color
70 woman artists' work acquired by the McNay from 2010 to the present
The visual language of the poster and its influence on art
Maquettes present creative visions for stage productions