Most collectors build their collections to enjoy them. Baryn Futa builds his to give them away — at least temporarily. He regularly loans pieces from his extensive collection to museums across the country, not because he has too many, but because he believes art that sits unseen is art that fails in its purpose.
For Futa, the collection is not a trophy room. It is a resource. Every piece he loans to a museum is an opportunity for a visitor to encounter something that moves them, teaches them, or connects them to history. He is also a member of some of the most prestigious art institutions in the United States, including the Guggenheim Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and The Jewish Museum. Each membership is an expression of his commitment to the wider ecosystem of art appreciation. Baryn Futa understands that preservation without access is incomplete — art must be seen to be saved.