the museum of russian art (tmora), a nonprofit museum in minneapolis, minnesota, united states, is the only major institution in north america devoted entirely to russian art and culture from the entire scope of russia's history. the museum was founded by prominent art collectors raymond and susan johnson, owners of the largest collection of russian realist paintings outside the borders of the former soviet union. tmora was incorporated as a nonprofit in 2002, and opened at its present location in 2005. the museum shows 8-10 exhibitions per year, and hosts over 50 annual events ranging from notable lecturers to classical concerts to theatrical readings. tmora is open daily, located between downtown minneapolis and the minneapolis saint paul airport.