Grantee Database

MUSEUM OF NEON ART

Application ID

AE-EXP-22-18934

Application Type

Arts Education – Exposure

Approved Grant Amount

60000

Project Description

The Museum of Neon Art (MONA) encourages learning, curiosity and expression through the preservation, collection and interpretation of neon, electric and kinetic art. Neon is a gateway between scientific principles and artistic expression, integrating electrical technology, creative design, and fundamental concepts of physics and chemistry. The Museum of Neon Art is the only museum in the world devoted exclusively to art in electric media, exhibiting electric and kinetic fine art, and outstanding examples of historic neon signs, for four decades. MONA is dedicated to highlighting works by diverse artists, illuminating history through local tours, teaching neon craft in hands-on classes, and fostering an inclusive dialogue through community outreach.

Organization Summary

The Museum of Neon Art (MONA) encourages learning, curiosity and expression through the preservation, collection and interpretation of neon, electric and kinetic art. Neon is a gateway between scientific principles and artistic expression, integrating electrical technology, creative design, and fundamental concepts of physics and chemistry. The Museum of Neon Art is the only museum in the world devoted exclusively to art in electric media, exhibiting electric and kinetic fine art, and outstanding examples of historic neon signs, for four decades. MONA is dedicated to highlighting works by diverse artists, illuminating history through local tours, teaching neon craft in hands-on classes, and fostering an inclusive dialogue through community outreach.

Organization

MUSEUM OF NEON ART

Address

216 S. Brand Blvd.

GLENDALE

Phone

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