General Info

The Rourke Art Museum was founded on a remarkably succinct and bold mission statement: to collect the art of our time and place. That mission was interpreted broadly, to create a small but superb encyclopedic museum. The Rourke Art Museum’s permanent collection is primarily built around works from three sources: art from the Midwest; 20th Century art; and global art, including both fine and folk art, from ancient times to present day. The Rourke Art Museum educates and inspires through the collection, presentation and preservation of the region's and the world's artistic heritage. Its programs for all ages focus on creativity, understanding, and a deep respect for all cultural and artistic traditions.