Press Room

View press releases and download high-resolution images. Members of the press seeking more information about exhibitions and programs, interviews with Museum staff, or images should contact Director of External Affairs Elizabeth Kanost.

Please note: Appointments are required to take professional photography or video or to use tripods and other equipment in the galleries. Personal photography without equipment is permitted, but do not use flash or selfie sticks. 

Press releases

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Spencer Museum’s annual Backyard Bash features student installations in Marvin Grove

The Spencer Museum of Art at the University of Kansas announces its sixth annual Backyard Bash, which opens Oct. 21 and remains on view in Marvin Grove through Nov. 12. Part exhibition, part festival, the Backyard Bash celebrates the interplay of nature, culture and the character of community in Marvin...

Spencer Museum’s annual Backyard Bash features student installations in Marvin Grove
Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Spencer Museum opens Oct. 15 with never before exhibited works

The Spencer Museum of Art at the University of Kansas will reopen its galleries Oct. 15 with a new exhibition featuring works of art from the collection that have never been displayed. ...

Spencer Museum opens Oct. 15 with never before exhibited works

Media Contacts

Elizabeth Kanost

Director of External Affairs

785-864-0142