The ToonSeum, The Museum of Comics and Cartoon Art, was founded in 2007 as one of only three institutions in the United States dedicated to programming focused on the significance and cultural impact of the comic and cartoon arts. Exhibitions during the ToonSeum’s tenure in Downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District covered the expanse of comics and cartoon history, and shone a spotlight on the artistry of regional and national creators. The ToonSeum now operates throughout Pittsburgh’s many communities with an expanded mission: championing comics as a force for social good through education, while cultivating more inclusive audiences. We seek to build a more diverse audience for the comic and cartoon arts through intentionally inclusive programming, outreach, fundraising, and partnerships.