Contemporary Art Society
The Contemporary Art Society (CAS) is an affinity group for Modern and Contemporary Art at the Tucson Museum of Art. Established in 1999, CAS’s mission is to foster a greater community awareness of the role contemporary art plays in the region’s cultural identity. Our objectives include furthering the goals of the Tucson Museum of Art by actively acquiring contemporary art for the permanent collection, supporting exhibitions of modern and contemporary art at the Museum, and sponsoring lectures by contemporary artists, curators, and critics. CAS organizes studio visits, salons, tours, workshops, and events that promote the study, discussion, and appreciation of Modern and Contemporary Art.
Tucson Museum of Art League
Formed 1963, the League’s main goal was to support and raise funds for the Museum; a mission it continues today. A volunteer group of over 120 men and women, we share a passion and interest in the arts. League meetings are held on the second Monday of the month from September to May.
Latin American Art Patrons
Latin American Art Patrons (LAAP) is dedicated to the support and expansion of the Museum’s Latin American Art programming of exhibits, publications, and educational presentations. It also provides acquisition funds to expand the permanent collection which encompasses the pre-Columbian, Spanish Colonial, and contemporary periods, as well as a strong representation of folk and indigenous art.
Western Art Patrons
Founded in 2007, the Western Art Patrons (WAP) support the acquisition, conservation, and exhibition programs of the Western Art curatorial department. The group celebrates and explores the themes, experiences, and environments unique to the art produced in, or about, the western United States – encompassing historical and contemporary western expressions, as well as the important aesthetic contributions of our Native American cultures.
Tucson Museum of Art Docents
Docents bring art education to school-children, museum visitors, and the local community through many different programs. In fact the word “docent” is derived from the Latin word docere meaning “to teach.”
All that’s required to join this group of fun, interesting, like-minded people is an interest in art and people, a commitment to volunteering, and a desire to learn. The Docent training program spans a 9 month training period and focuses on three main areas: a knowledge of the collections and historic properties; a cultivation of touring skills; and an understanding of art history including major periods and important artists.
