Our Mission
The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg engages, educates, and excites diverse communities by collecting, exhibiting, and preserving works of art for the enrichment and enjoyment of all.
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Our Vision
The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, Florida is the cultural leader of our community. Our comprehensive collection, exhibitions, and programs celebrate art and engage the diverse cultures and communities we serve.
Our Core Values
We believe in the power of proactive collaboration, embracing opportunities and challenges with openness and adaptability, cultivating a culture of respect, achieving peak operational efficiency, and maximizing our positive impact on the community.
We champion fearless creativity to fuel experimentation and imaginative approaches, challenging conventions and awakening curiosity, to make the experience of art accessible, engaging, and memorable.
We embrace our role as a vital place for our diverse communities, fostering a sense of belonging and connection by breaking down barriers and providing a supportive and welcoming space where all individuals feel valued and empowered to connect with art and each other.
We cultivate a global perspective through our broad collection, dynamic programming, and exemplary scholarship. As storytellers, we share narratives that resonate across time, place, and cultures, honoring our founding legacy while building toward a shared, complex future.
We believe our commitment to transparency, accountability, and integrity, combined with our dedication to exceeding professional standards in the pursuit of excellence, drives the trust we build in all our relationships.