At the Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette we seek to foster an understanding and appreciation of the visual arts throughout the ages and represent cultures from around the world through the organization and presentation of major art exhibitions and related programming, designed to meet the educational and cultural needs of the diverse populations of southwest Louisiana. Through our collections, exhibitions, and educational programs, we seek to integrate art into people's lives.

Founded in 1968, the University Art Museum of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette has established a tradition of excellence in the organization of museum exhibitions and award-winning publications, and has served as a catalyst in the development of cultural tourism in southwest Louisiana. The museum serves a broad and diverse population base of 800,000 citizens in an eleven-parish area. The new University Art Museum is representative of a change in direction for UL Lafayette and Acadiana. This effort, among other compelling initiatives of the University, will support and enrich teaching and research programs.

Through the Museum for a New Century Campaign, UL Lafayette seeks to raise significant gifts to enhance its cultural offerings for Acadiana. This funding will support Phase One construction of the museum complex including the creation of a sculpture garden.

This effort will result in new collaborations and create new ways to build community, provide educational services, enhance collections and emphasize access for everyone.

Private support helped establish the University Art Museum in the 20th century, and private support from generous contributors like you, will complete and sustain this Museum for a New Century.