Guided by the personal vision of its founders, Emily and Mitch Rales, Glenstone assembles post-World War II artworks of the highest quality that trace the greatest historical shifts in the way we experience and understand art of the 20th and 21st centuries. These works are presented in a series of refined indoor and outdoor spaces designed to facilitate meaningful encounters for our visitors.

At Glenstone, we believe that art is essential to life, fostering profound experiences through direct engagement. We honor diverse perspectives and strive for inclusivity in all we do. Our actions are guided by honesty and intellectual integrity, with a focus on long-term thinking. Excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork drive our efforts, ensuring that we create a space where meaningful encounters with art are not just possible, but central to the human experience.

We envision Glenstone not only as a place, but a state of mind created by the energy of architecture, the power of art, and the restorative qualities of nature. At the core of the museum is a collection of post-World War II art, a very personal project driven by the pursuit of iconic works that have changed the way we think about the art of our time.

The name “Glenstone” derives from two local sources: Glen Road, where the property line begins, and a type of carderock stone indigenous to the area, which is still extracted from several nearby quarries. We hope that Glenstone will always be a destination for all who seek meaningful encounters with art, architecture, and nature—for many years to come.

–Emily & Mitch Rales, Founders

At the core of our museum experience is a collection of post-World War II art, driven by its Founders' pursuit of iconic works that have changed the way we think about the art of our time. But Glenstone is more than just its art collection—it's the feeling of slowing down. 

 “Since Glenstone’s inception, we have maintained a distinctive approach to the visitor experience that is based on the notion that lower crowd density enables prolonged and meaningful encounters with art.”  –Emily Rales, Director and Co-Founder