Museum of the Southwest
The Museum of the Southwest inspires discovery, interaction and exploration of art, science, culture and history, enriching the lives of people of all ages.
Description
The Museum of the Southwest is a multidisciplinary cultural campus comprised of the Turner Memorial Art Gallery, Durham Children's Museum, Blakemore Planetarium and a public sculpture collection. Opened in 1966, the Museum of the Southwest is an independent non-profit institution and has been accredited by the American Association of Museums since 1992.
The Museum of the Southwest is a non-profit cultural and educational resource for the citizens of Midland and the Permian Basin. Use of the facilities and grounds is a privilege extended at the Museum management's discretion.
MISSION/WORK
The Museum of the Southwest inspires discovery, interaction and exploration of art, science, culture and history, enriching the lives of people of all ages. We believe in the power of these disciplines to ignite the imagination, stimulate thought and provide enjoyment through our collections, exhibitions, programs and events.
Founded in 1965, opened in 1966 and in the historic Turner Mansion since 1968, the Museum of the Southwest has spent almost fifty years serving the Midland and West Texas communities by producing exhibitions, programs and events about science, art, astronomy, archaeology, history and culture. Accredited by the American Association of Museum since 1992, the Museum of the Southwest is also a member of the Mountain-Plains Museums Association, the Texas Association of Museums, the West Texas Triangle, the Arts Council of Midland and the Midland Chamber of Commerce.
RENTAL OPPORTUNITIES
The properties of the Museum of the Southwest are available for small-scale facility rentals of 50 people or less. Please contact Robin Pruett for information or to make a reservation.
Facility Rental Agreements:
- Marian Blakemore Planetarium
- Juliette and Fred Turner, Jr. Memorial Gallery
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