[Art Bridges Foundation](https://artbridgesfoundation.org)

Rolling

Loans are free of cost to borrowing museums; Art Bridges covers all direct costs (shipping, insurance, conservation, etc.).

Provides U.S. museums with free loans of diverse American artworks, plus strategic and logistical support to expand access and community engagement.

--- ## Description The Art Bridges Collection is an expanding collection of over 200 artworks representing a broad and inclusive vision of American art from the 19th century to today, spanning multiple media and perspectives. The program offers museums across the United States the opportunity to borrow works from this collection at no cost, with the goal of filling gaps in museum collections, increasing diversity, and fostering greater community access and engagement with American art. Art Bridges provides strategic, logistical, and financial support to ensure that the borrowing process is accessible and sustainable for museums of all sizes. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there are no fixed deadlines for requesting loans from the Art Bridges Collection. --- ## Funding Amount - There is no direct monetary award; instead, Art Bridges covers all direct costs associated with the loan, including: - Two-way shipping and logistics - Insurance coverage (works remain under Art Bridges’ policy) - Crating, conservation, courier, and art handler expenses (if required) - Additional security (if required) - There is no financial burden to the borrowing institution. --- ## Eligibility - Open to museums of all sizes located in the United States or its territories. - Borrowing museums should: - Be dedicated to engaging their communities and expanding access to American art. - Have nonprofit status (501(c)(3) or equivalent). - Be open to the public on a regular schedule. - Typically have annual attendance of 25,000 or more (exceptions may apply). - Have the capacity to safely display and care for fine art. - Align with Art Bridges’ mission to broaden access and foster community engagement. - Museums seeking to borrow should review additional requirements and confirm eligibility directly with Art Bridges, as some details may be tailored to specific loan requests. --- ## Application Process - Begin by exploring the available artworks in the [Art Bridges Collection](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/collection). - Contact the Art Bridges Curatorial team to discuss your institution’s interests and potential loan requests. - Once artwork availability is confirmed, submit a formal application through the [Application Portal](https://artbridgesfoundation.my.site.com/ApplicationPortal/). - Upon approval, Art Bridges will coordinate logistics and may offer additional support for Learning & Engagement programming. - For questions or to initiate the process, use the [contact form](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/contact-us) or email [info@artbridgesfoundation.org](mailto:info@artbridgesfoundation.org). --- ## Additional Information - Loans are intended to fill collection gaps, increase diversity, and support new approaches to interpreting American art. - Art Bridges can provide additional resources, including facility report support, artist/estate contacts, and access to research files. - Borrowing museums may be eligible for further support to activate loans through community engagement programs. - There is no requirement for matching funds. --- ## External Links - [Art Bridges Collection Overview](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/art-bridges-collection) - [Art Bridges Collection (Available Artworks)](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/collection) - [Application Portal](https://artbridgesfoundation.my.site.com/ApplicationPortal/) - [Contact Art Bridges](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/contact-us) - [Partner With Art Bridges](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/partner-with-us) - [Art Sharing Programs](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/art-sharing) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [info@artbridgesfoundation.org](mailto:info@artbridgesfoundation.org) | | Contact Form | [https://artbridgesfoundation.org/contact-us](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/contact-us) | | Address | 850 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA | | Social Media | [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/ArtBridgesFoundation/) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/artbridgesfoundation/?hl=en) | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/art-bridges-foundation) |

Art Bridges Collection

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