The Dallas Museum of Art's history begens with the Dallas Art Association which is established in 1903.Dallas Art Association initially exhibited paintings in the Dallas Public Library.A Texas artist,Frank Reaugh saw in the new library the opportunity to display works of art.This idea was championed by the first president of the Dallas Public Library,May Dickson Exall .“To offer art interest and education through exhibitions and lectures, to form a permanent collection, to sponsor the work of local artists, to solicit support of the arts from individuals and businesses"above was Her main intention.
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