A young woman with dark hair carries a child on her back; both are looking at a blue glass sculpture in a gallery space

Exhibitions & Events

We offer a variety of engaging art experiences through our exhibitions and events, which are free for everyone, always.

Exhibitions

We have three main types of exhibitions: long-term installations of the Museum's collection, short-term special exhibitions that include works of art on loan, and artwork that rotates monthly in our learning and study centers. All our exhibitions are free and open to the public.

Purple quilt with a large 8-point star that radiates out from the center in different shades of purple, blue, and green

Current Exhibitions

See what's on view now.

A Black female mannequin stands with outstretched arms, she wears a purple, blue, and white maid outfit with a large ballgown skirt

Upcoming Exhibitions

Learn what we have planned.

A pregnant Black woman reclines on a blanket in the grass; she covers her face with a book titled “Parable of the Sower” and a statue of a god-like figure balances on her hip

Past Exhibitions

Browse exhibitions that have recently closed.

A blue globular container with a flat silver ring around the middle; an opening in the top center shows a multi-colored flower inside

Virtual Exhibitions

Immerse yourself in exhibitions designed for an online experience.

Events

We offer a variety of programs and events for all ages and interests, including art-making activities, gallery talks with curators and artists, performances, films, and more. All our events are free, unless otherwise noted.

May 3

Activity

Kite Festival: Wind, Art, and Science

1:00–4:00PM

Kansas Union, The Jay, 1301 Jayhawk Blvd, Spencer Museum of Art

May 4

Activity

CANCELED: Storytelling through Quilts with Marla A. Jackson

1:00–3:00PM

Spencer Museum of Art

May 9

Activity