American Sport Art Museum and Archives (ASAMA)

American Sport Art Museum and Archives (ASAMA)
One Academy Drive
Daphne, AL 36526

Phone Number:
(251) 626-3303

About

The American Sport Art Museum and Archives (ASAMA), located on the campus of the United States Sports Academy, is dedicated to the preservation of sports history, art and literature. Founded in 1984, ASAMA has recognized the importance of the cultural connectivity of athletic competition and artistic expression since its inception. The gallery preserves the performance and movement of man by creating an awareness of the role art mediums play in capturing our sports heroes and perpetuating their performances for posterity. Arguably one of the most aesthetically pleasing structures in higher education, the museum is located in an artistic atmosphere in the architecturally acclaimed main campus building.

The ASAMA collection currently contains more than 1,000 pieces in all mediums: paintings, sculpture, prints, posters, photography and assemblages. The collection is believed to be the largest of sport art in North America and perhaps the world. Also featured is the largest public art offering in the state of Alabama: the famed two-story tall mural by Maestro Cristobal Gabarron entitled "A Tribute to the Human Spirit" which graces one wall of the main campus building. It has become a landmark on the Eastern Shore.

In addition to maintaining the art collection, ASAMA conducts the Academy's Sport Artist of the Year Award. The award, which was first presented in 1984, is given to an individual who is perceived to capture the spirit of sport, so that future generations can relive the drama and excitement of today's competitions. The gallery also periodically features showings by renowned sport artists.

ASAMA is funded by general contributions, special fund raising programs and memberships. Memberships in ASAMA are open to everyone, and anyone may purchase a brick in the "Walk of Fame" to join the many sport luminaries represented on the brick walkway. We hope your visit to our online museum is pleasant and informative and we look forward to you visiting the American Sport Art Museum and Archives in person. ASAMA is free and open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Group tours are also available. To schedule a group tour, call (251) 626-3303 or e-mail ASAMA. Don't forget to visit our secure online sport shop and browse the selection of sport art and other merchandise available for purchase.

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