Norton Museum of Art

The Mission of the Norton Museum of Art, when founded in 1941, was “to preserve for the future the beautiful things of the past” while providing “education and enjoyment” for the public.

Today, continuing its original mission, the Norton Museum of Art strives to preserve, develop, exhibit and interpret its outstanding permanent collection and to educate the public through special exhibitions, publications and programs. The Norton seeks to strengthen awareness of the arts in our region through encouraging participation, reaching out to improve the quality of life in all communities through appreciation of the visual arts and cultural patrimonies.