Flint Area

Flint Area Art Loans

The Mott-Warsh Collection's mission is to present contemporary fine art to public audiences in non-traditional venues as well as educational and cultural institutions. As part of this mission, MWC loans artworks to community partners for public display and enjoyment.

For more information on a location, click on the venue title.

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Rotating Exhibitions

University of Michigan - Flint
This exhibit is spread across three locations on the University of Michigan - Flint campus.

For hours: click here

Harding Mott University Center (UCEN)
400 Mill St., Flint, MI 48503

Frances Willson Thompson Library, 3rd floor
303 E Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48502

William S. White Building, 4th floor
509 Harrison St., Flint, MI 48503

The Fine Art of Printmaking: Selections from the Mott-Warsh Collection
October 15, 2025 - March 25, 2026

Installation view of the exhibition "The Fine Art of Printmaking: Selections from the MWC" at the Frances Willson Thompson Library (3rd floor) on the University of Michigan-Flint campus.

Gloria Coles Flint Public Library
1020 E Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503

Hours of operation:
Tuesday-Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday and Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Africa’s Enduring Legacy: Selections from the Mott-Warsh Collection
November 13, 2025 – March 12, 2026

Installation view of the exhibition “Africa’s Enduring Legacy: Selections from the Mott-Warsh Collection” on view on the 2nd fl. of the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library.

Ruth Mott Foundation
111 E Court St. # 3C, Flint, MI 48502

Works from the Mott-Warsh Collection are on view in the offices of the Ruth Mott Foundation. These offices are accessible by appointment only.

“Global Connections: Art as Cultural Exchange”
April 3, 2025 - March 9, 2026

Installation view of the exhibition “Global Connections: Art as Cultural Exchange” at the Ruth Mott Foundation.

Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church
424 Kennelworth Ave., Flint, MI 48503

For hours: (810) 234-8168

Music as Muse in Art: Selections from the MWC
December 3, 2025 - April 1, 2026

Installation View, Music as Muse in Art: Selections from the MWC at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church

Triumph Church - Ebenezer Ministries Campus
2130 Center Rd., Burton, MI 48519

For hours: (810) 744-4484

Family Matters
October 1, 2025 – March 4, 2026

Installation shot of the exhibition "Family Matters" on view at Triumph Church - Ebenezer Ministries Campus.

Vernon Chapel AME Church
5802 Dupont St., Flint, MI 48505

For hours: (810) 785-5721

The Jalani and The Lock Series
by Lorenzo Pace
November 19, 2025 – March 19, 2026

Installation view of the exhibition "The Jalani and The Lock Series by Lorenzo Pace” on view November 19, 2025 – March 19, 2026, At Vernon Chapel AME Church.

Flint Institute of Music
1025 E Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503

Hours of operation:
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

“Sign of the Times: Social & Political Themes in Art”
October 7, 2025 – March 11, 2026

Installation view of current exhibition "Sign of the Times: Social & Political Themes in Art" at The Flint Institute of Music.

Long-Term Loans

Gloria Coles Flint Public Library
1020 E Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503

Hours of operation:
Tuesday-Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday and Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

El Anatsui, "Sacred Moon"
2007, Metal assemblage, 103 in. x 141 in. © El Anatsui

Located in the Great Room.

Installation shot of "Sacred Moon" - on view in the Great Room at the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library.

Applewood Estate
1400 E Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503

Artworks on loan to Applewood can be viewed on the grounds of the estate during open business hours.

Hours of operation:
Thursday - Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
May through October

For more information about Applewood Estate, visit:
www.ruthmottfoundation.org/applewood/

Chakaia Booker, "Risky Intentions"
2007, Rubber on Steel, 82 in. x 20 1/2 in. x 32 in. © Chakaia Booker