The Permanent Collection is estimated to contain 6,300 objects, including paintings, sculptures, textiles, decorative arts, drawings, photographs, prints, and other works on paper.

The core of the general permanent collection is contemporary art created by local and regional artists or artists with strong ties to the region.  Much of the artwork is greatly influenced by traditional western art while other works are more rooted in contemporary styles.  The permanent collection highlights the wide variety found in contemporary art of the Rocky Mountain Region.  Additionally, the collection also includes a number of works created in the early to mid-twentieth century and artists of national and international significance.

Thank you to Robyn Morrison and Greg Aitkenhead for their generous donations from the collection of Mary Lou Morrison.