The Collection
While most of the GVSU collection is on public view, and can be found throughout university buildings on all seven GVSU campuses or in one of five dedicated exhibition locations, much of the collection is stored behind the scenes.
Our online database, powered by Collective Access, allows GVSU faculty, staff, students, and researchers from around the world to access information about all the artwork and artists in our collection.
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Art Museum student assistant preparing a shipping container for a framed work of art.
Browse the Collection by Theme
Browse the Collection by Medium
The Print and Drawing Cabinet
Catalogues Raisonnés
Museum Blog
Digital Publications
Deborah Butterfield, Char, cast bronze with patina, 2021, 2021.70.1.
We are actively collecting works of art that support our mission and vision.
- Donation offers are reviewed by GVSU Art Museum Collection Committee. Please note- we are not able to accept every donation that is offered.
- Grand Valley State University is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and therefore accepted donations are tax deductible. Donors are responsible for establishing the value of their donation for tax purposes; GVSU cannot provide appraisals or recommend specific appraisers.
- Always make arrangements with GVSU Art Museum staff before bringing your donation to the university. We follow nationally accepted standards for the handling and care of artwork, and we often need time to prepare space and paperwork to safely and legally accept donations.
- Find more details on accepted donations as part of our Art Museum Processes.
- To offer artwork to the GVSU Art Museum Collection, please begin the process by completing the "Gifting Artwork Contact Form."
Faculty and staff members, contractors, students, and other people with duties/responsibilities requiring them to come into contact with the University art collection are subject to the following policies and procedures to ensure that the University’s legal, ethical, and fiduciary responsibilities for the safekeeping of these assets are maintained.
Interested in connecting with us?
The GVSU Art Museum has many different ways to connect, engage, and to learn more.
- Join our our membership group for exclusive events.
- Browse our entire art collection online.
- Set up your visit to one of our locations.
- Support us to ensure every student has access to art in their everyday.