Part of Colby College, the museum is located in Waterville, Maine, and actively contributes to Colby's educational and research mission, to the region's quality of life, and to the field of American art and museums, nationally and internationally. The museum inspires connections between art and people through distinctive exhibitions, programs, and publications and through an outstanding collection that emphasizes American art and contemporary art within holdings that span cultures and time periods. In keeping with its mission and vision, the Colby Museum actively seeks to build a diverse and inclusive community by advancing equitable access across all of its work. It advocates for the community value of art, artists, and museums in engaging with today’s most vital questions.