Partner Loan Network
The Art Bridges Partner Loan Network supports US museums in sharing American art through fully funded, multi-year artwork loans, with all logistics and costs covered to increase public access and community engagement.
Funder: Art Bridges Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling
Funding Amounts: Direct costs for 1–2 year artwork loans covered; lenders receive $5,000–$15,000 (curatorial development) + $500/object; no cost to borrowers.
Summary: Supports museums in sharing and exhibiting American art by providing logistical support and funding for multi-year loans of artworks between institutions.
Key Information: Both lenders and borrowers must be museums in the US or territories; loans are free for borrowing venues.
Description
The Partner Loan Network is an initiative of the Art Bridges Foundation designed to facilitate the sharing of American artworks among museums across the United States and its territories. The program enables lending institutions to make underutilized works available for two-year loans, organized in groupings of 2–5 objects. Art Bridges provides comprehensive logistical support—including crating, shipping, insurance, and installation—and covers all direct costs for both lenders and borrowers. The aim is to expand access to American art, foster community engagement, and fill gaps in museum collections, especially for institutions with limited resources.
