After nearly four decades, the DMA is redesigning its building and campus, designed by Edward Larrabee Barnes and opened in January 1984, to better serve the diverse city of Dallas. This presentation is an opportunity for the public to see how the Museum and Dallas have changed in recent decades, follow along with the transformation of our spaces, and join us in looking forward to a new DMA.  

In February 2023, the Museum invited architect-led teams from around the world to reimagine a modernized, sustainable DMA. Their task was to give the campus greater physical visibility and transparency, show visitors what is going on inside, and make the DMA more welcoming and accessible to all. Following site visits, staff working groups, a public symposium, and a period of community feedback, the competition concluded in August 2023 with the selection of Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos (NSA).   

The DMA and NSA are working closely to develop the initial proposal in consultation with stakeholders and the Dallas community. This presentation contains a selection of materials related to this exciting project and will be updated as the plans evolve.   

For more information, visit lookingforward.dma.org.