LGBTQ+ Artists

This collection celebrates the contributions of 126 works by LGBTQ+ artists to the story of American art. Spanning painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media from the nineteenth century to the present, these works reflect the diverse experiences, perspectives, and creative visions of artists across the full spectrum of gender identity and sexual orientation. From trailblazing modernists who challenged social conventions to contemporary artists exploring identity, community, and visibility, this collection affirms the vital presence of LGBTQ+ voices in the American artistic tradition.