ART RESOURCES + FAQs

Appraisals, Authentications, and Conservation

The Huntsville Museum of Art cannot evaluate, authenticate, appraise, identify, or research works of art for the public.

For assistance in determining the value of a work of art, we recommend contacting a professional appraiser or auction house. Resources for locating an appraiser are available through:

American Society of Appraisers
Appraisers Association of America
International Society of Appraisers

For general information about an artist or work of art, visit: 

Invaluable.com
ArtPrice.com
AskArt.com
MutualArt.com

For inquiries regarding the care or conservation of a work of art, contact the American Institute for Conservation.

Exhibition Submissions

The Huntsville Museum of Art’s exhibition calendar is planned years in advance and is tailored to the interests of our audiences. Our exhibitions align with the museum’s permanent collection and cover a wide range of European, American, and non-western art, leaving limited opportunities for solo or group exhibitions for contemporary artists. 

The museum is unable to consider unsolicited exhibition proposals from individual artists. 

The museum will consider exhibition submissions from partner institutions and galleries that meet the following criteria:

  • Artists should have national recognition consisting of solo gallery and/or museum exhibitions and critical reviews.
  • Emerging artists will be considered for an exhibition if their work is especially innovative in media or in response to social issues.

The Museum regularly works with artists through exhibitions, education programs, and special projects. Opportunities are announced on the Museum’s website and social media channels when available.

Donations of Art

The Huntsville Museum of Art considers donations of significant works of fine art that advance the Museum’s collection. Not all proposed donations can be accepted. The Museum reviews gifts based on relevance to the collection, condition, storage considerations, and long-term stewardship responsibilities.

If you wish to donate a work of art to the Museum, please email the Chief Curator and include the following information:
  • Artist name and birth/death dates
  • Title and date of the artwork
  • Technique or materials used
  •  Dimensions
  • Ownership history (provenance)
  • High-resolution images of the artwork, if possible, from the front and the back. (Images taken with a smartphone are acceptable)
  • Your full contact information
Art donations go through an extensive evaluation process and are considered by the Collections Committee. The review process may take several months, depending on the Museum’s exhibition schedule and Collections Committee calendar. A representative of the Museum will contact you to follow up on the status of your proposed gift.
Acceptance of a work of art does not guarantee that it will be placed on view.
The Museum cannot provide tax advice or appraisals for donated works. Donors are encouraged to consult a qualified tax professional regarding charitable deductions.
The Huntsville Museum of Art does not purchase works of art from the public and cannot assist with the sale or placement of artworks. Individuals interested in selling works of art should consult independent appraisers, galleries, or auction houses.