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The Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields (IMA) is an accredited art museum located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The museum is located in the city's downtown Circle Centre Mall and its campus includes the Lilly House, a historic mansion, and the Miller House and Garden, designed by Eero Saarinen and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The IMA's collection contains over 54,000 works of art from around the world, including European paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, and photographs; African, Asian, and American art; and contemporary art. The museum also has a significant collection of textiles, glass, and design objects. The IMA is a member of the American Alliance of Museums and the International Council of Museums.

The IMA was founded in 1883 as the Art Association of Indianapolis. The museum's first home was in the Tomlinson Hall building on North Pennsylvania Street. In 1906, the museum moved to the John Herron Art Institute building on Pennsylvania Street. In 1970, the museum moved to its current location in the Circle Centre Mall. In 2005, the museum's name was changed to the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields to reflect its expanded campus.

The IMA's collection has grown significantly over the years through donations, purchases, and bequests. The museum's collection includes works by such artists as Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Andy Warhol. The IMA also has a strong collection of American art, including works by Thomas Eakins, Winslow Homer, and Edward Hopper.

The IMA is a major cultural attraction in Indianapolis and attracts over 500,000 visitors each year. The museum offers a variety of exhibitions, programs, and educational opportunities for visitors of all ages. The IMA is also home to a number of restaurants, cafes, and shops.

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