Vitality Arts at Mia

Mia is a part of the Vitality Arts Project for Art Museums, a national cohort of 25 museums supporting the creation of programs aimed at participants who are 55 years of age and older, funded by E. A. Michelson Philanthropy. Mia has worked with six community partners to create unique art making workshops where, for eight weeks, participants come together to learn new skills led by professional teaching artists. These workshops encourage older adults to tap into their creativity while also connecting with others and the museum’s collection.

An exhibition honoring the artists and their art is open in Mia’s Community Commons gallery now through November 12, 2023.

As Mia collaborates with communities of older adults through these workshops, staff are also working together to better understand how we can make museum experiences for older adults even better. Through focus groups, staff and volunteer training, visitor evaluations, and advocacy work, Mia aims to create a more age-friendly museum.