The Indianapolis Museum of Art serves the creative interests of its communities by fostering exploration of art, design, and the natural environment. The IMA promotes these interests through the collection, presentation, interpretation, and conservation of its artistic, historic, and environmental assets.

On May 14, 2013, Dr. Charles L. Venable, the Melvin and Bren Simon Director & CEO, gave the following remarks at the IMA's 129^th Annual Meeting.

The State of the Museum - A Financial Look