About the RMFA
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is an all-volunteer, community art initiative dedicated to the accessibility of contemporary works made by regionally, nationally, and internationally recognized artists. Founded in 2011, the RMFA works to enrich people’s lives through the presentation of fine art.
Notable past exhibits include Susan Kare, pioneering graphic interface designer for Apple's first Macintosh computer; Eric Carle, beloved author and illustrator of The Tiny Seed, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and many more; Wayne White, painter, puppeteer, EMMY Award-winning set designer for Pee Wee’s Playhouse; Robert Indiana, creator of the iconic LOVE sculpture and postage stamp; Bob Gruen, legendary rock ’n roll photographer for John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, Sex Pistols, and many more.
Notable past exhibits include Susan Kare, pioneering graphic interface designer for Apple's first Macintosh computer; Eric Carle, beloved author and illustrator of The Tiny Seed, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and many more; Wayne White, painter, puppeteer, EMMY Award-winning set designer for Pee Wee’s Playhouse; Robert Indiana, creator of the iconic LOVE sculpture and postage stamp; Bob Gruen, legendary rock ’n roll photographer for John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, Sex Pistols, and many more.
Community Center Halls
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Harvey Bernier Room
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Our Permanent Collection contains more than 200 donated, multidisciplinary works that represent an ever-evolving range of visual expression, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, photography, film, and more. The works are on view in Suite 135 and the first and second floor halls of the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center. There are also several murals and sculptures on display around the city.
The Mayor Harvey E. Bernier Room (Suite 135) and Andrew Carnegie Gallery (Rochester Public Library) feature temporary art exhibits, made by emerging and seasoned artists. We also showcase extraordinary and thought-provoking digital works on a 4K UHD LED display, in Suite 135.
The Mayor Harvey E. Bernier Room (Suite 135) and Andrew Carnegie Gallery (Rochester Public Library) feature temporary art exhibits, made by emerging and seasoned artists. We also showcase extraordinary and thought-provoking digital works on a 4K UHD LED display, in Suite 135.