Welcome to the MMAC!
The Montana Museum of Art & Culture is one of three state museums in Montana. With a collection of nearly 12,000 objects that spans thousands of years of art history, the MMAC provides a unique experience for all visitors, both local and out-of-town. Visit us at 795 S 5th St E, our new building on the University of Montana's campus.
What to Know Before Your Visit:
The museum is free to visit, and we do not charge an admission fee for our tours. We do encourage a $10.00 donation to help support the museum and uphold our mission and operations.
The MMAC will be closing at 5 pm for a private event on Friday June 19.
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Visiting Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday Griz Home Game Hours: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Docent Tours:
Daily docent tours are Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 2 pm.
No docent tours on Griz Home Game days.
See our Tours page for further info on our special tours schedule.
Current Exhibitions
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"Bateman Weaves” highlights the achievements of scientist and weaver William G. Bateman. From 1912-1947, the prodigious Bateman taught chemistry at UM, during which time he also became a celebrated lecturer, concert pianist, and composer. Until his death in 1966, his greatest contributions were in weaving where he combined scientific exploration with mathematical precision in his designs. This show is co-curated with the Missoula Weavers Guild in time for the Montana Association of Weavers & Spinners conference “A Thread Runs Through It,” held at UM from June 17-21, 2026.
The Missoula Weavers Guild will be holding weekly demonstrations in the Batts Gallery along with the exhibition. See their schedule on our Tours page.
Exhibition closing date TBA.
Artwork: Details of textile samples from William Bateman. Photographs by Eileen Rafferty.
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The “Year of the Horse” exhibition highlights a selection of horse-themed artwork from the Permanent Collection.
Exhibition closing date TBA.
Upcoming Exhibitions
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This exhibition features work by Morton Levin, a 20th century modernist whose artistic journey was impacted by the effects of war, love, family, and teaching. The traveling exhibition presents a selection of works, including drawings, paintings, and prints from the 1930s through 2005. The exhibition is accompanied by “Morton Levin: Graphic Works,” a more intimate show curated by the MMAC in the Michele and Loren Hansen Gallery.
Both exhibitions open with a free public reception from 5-7 PM on June 18 and run through October 17. Curator Nicole Maria Evans will deliver a gallery talk on June 18 at 6 PM.
The museum will host the screening of the short documentary “A Keen Observer” by Apo Bazzidi on Thursday, July 30 at 4:30 followed by MMAC director Rafael Chacón interviewing Alanna Zrimsek, Morton Levin’s widow and partner. The film features Levin in conversation about his work and life as an artist and war veteran.
Morton Levin, Rape of the Luna Moth, 1978, paint on paper mounted on canvas.
MMAC is committed to the University of Montana's guidelines on accessibility. For further resources, visit the UM accessibility page.
The University of Montana is committed to providing a learning and working environment that promotes respect, dignity, and equity for all individuals. See the updated Non-Discrimination Statement from the Office of Conflict, Resolution, & Policy for further info.