The Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) celebrates its 110th birthday on June 6 with a weekend of freebies and special events. Founded in 1916 with the mission to serve 'for the benefit of all the people forever,' the museum offers free general admission daily. For the anniversary, it provides free ticketed entry to two major exhibitions: 'Martin Puryear: Nexus,' a retrospective of the American sculptor's six-decade career, and 'Manet & Morisot,' exploring the artistic relationship between Édouard Manet and Berthe Morisot. Additional perks include free parking for members, a complimentary cookie at Provenance Café, and an extra 10% discount at the Museum Store for members.
This milestone matters because it underscores the CMA's enduring commitment to accessibility and community engagement. As one of the nation's most important art institutions, the museum houses over 66,500 works spanning 6,000 years and continues to innovate through programs like Open Access and the award-winning ArtLens experience. By offering free admission and special birthday incentives, the CMA reinforces its founding vision of making world-class art available to all, setting a standard for public art institutions nationwide.