§76c Policy to Foster Appreciation of Past and Contemporary Art

Summary

The Regents must keep a high standard when they accept art for display in the Gallery. They must also promote public exhibitions in Washington and elsewhere in the United States to help people appreciate both historical and modern art. The Regents may ask for and accept private gifts of artworks and money. Money they receive must be kept in a special deposit account with the Treasurer of the United States. Those funds may be used to buy art. For contemporary art, they may also buy or sell works or copies, hire artists and staff, give scholarships, run exhibitions, and carry out other activities that support contemporary art. They cannot spend more money than is available in the account.