Since its inception, the OMA’s purpose has been to enrich the cultural life of Florida by providing excellence in the visual arts. To meet this objective, the OMA has dedicated itself to collecting, preserving and interpreting notable works of art; to presenting exhibitions of local, regional, national and international significance; to developing first-rate educational programs; and to presenting creative and inclusive programs to reach every segment of a diverse community. Most visitors spend one to two hours viewing the exhibitions, but individual exhibitions can be viewed in less time.