From foundational support in the mid-20th century to significant recent investments in the Museum’s bold reinstallation project, Owens Corning has helped shape TMA’s ability to serve and inspire.
Through its decades of support, Owens Corning has helped TMA grow and evolve, all the while ensuring the Museum remains a welcoming, enriching space for all. Today, Owens Corning continues to support our mission to integrate art into the lives of people with a substantial investment in fundraising efforts for the Museum’s reinstallation. The reinstallation project reimagines the Museum’s galleries for the 21st century in a chronological way, with an emphasis on more inclusive narratives, interactive experiences and improved accessibility. Financial backing from Owens Corning is helping to make those new experiences possible.
“Owens Corning’s support will allow TMA to leverage its historic commitments of quality and community access in a fresh and exciting way,” explains Adam Levine, Edward Drummond and Florence Scott Libbey President, Director and CEO. “TMA’s reinstallation project is more than just refreshing galleries. We’re working to create a Museum that is easier to navigate, more welcoming to all and rich with opportunities for deeper connection. Owens Corning understands that vision and is helping us make it real—not just for today’s visitors, but for generations to come.”
Upon completion of the reinstallation, Museum visitors will journey through 6,000 years of human history across the 125,000 square feet of galleries.
The company’s philanthropic efforts are directed through the Owens Corning Foundation, currently led by President Don Rettig. Since joining the company in 2011, after a tenure as Director of Metroparks Toledo, Rettig has helped expand the company’s philanthropic vision. Under his leadership, the Foundation has supported a broad spectrum of Museum efforts including community outreach programs, educational initiatives, and general operating support that helps keep the Museum free and open to the public.
These contributions reflect a deep understanding of what it means to be a true community partner. Owens Corning doesn’t just support exhibitions or programs; they help build the capacity of institutions like TMA to engage, educate and uplift. Their corporate membership, for example, provides meaningful general operating support that helps fund everything from family art classes to school tours and behind-the-scenes preservation work.
The impact Owens Corning has on the greater Toledo community extends well beyond the Museum. Along with other worthy causes, the company has been a leading supporter of Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity for over 20 years. This long-term commitment to housing equity complements their support for arts and culture. Together, these efforts speak to a holistic vision for strengthening the fabric of community life.
Leadership at the highest levels reinforces this commitment. Brian Chambers, Board Chair, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Owens Corning, also serves on TMA’s Board of Directors. His presence on the board reflects the company’s integrated approach to civic engagement where the roles of corporate leadership, community responsibility and cultural stewardship go hand in hand.
As the Museum looks ahead to the future, the relationship with Owens Corning stands as a model of how business and culture can work together to create a lasting and meaningful impact. It is with deep appreciation that we share yet another extraordinary demonstration of the commitment Owens Corning has made to the Toledo Museum of Art and, through us, our community: a gift of $2 million, the company’s largest-ever contribution. In recognition of this generous gift, the primary hot shop in the Glass Pavilion will now be named the “Owens Corning Hot Shop.”
The Toledo Museum of Art is proud to recognize Owens Corning not only as a donor, but as a trusted collaborator in our shared mission to serve all the people of Toledo.