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Summer Solstice Celebration
June 19, 2021, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Free & Open to Public
University of Wyoming Art Museum
We're excited to invite the public to the Art Museum for our annual Summer Solstice event. Due to University of Wyoming protocols and social distance guidelines there will be limited space in our Rotunda to view the solar tube/silver dollar event. Look for more info soon regarding this change on our events webpage and social media channels.
Fun for the whole family activities include:
- Smoothie bike
- Solar Telescopes on the Terrace
- Solar themed art-making activities
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Become a Member!
Summer Solstice Night on the Terrace
June 19, 2021, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Ticketed Event, Limited to 75 people, Members receive premier access
Adults 21 years + only
Art Museum Terrace and Galleries
An after-hours special evening event on the Art Museum's Terrace with a cash bar (wine & cocktails), hors d'oeuvres, and live music. We're offering this opportunity to celebrate summer at an in-person gathering, and to view our Summer exhibitions in this Member's premier access event. If you'd like to become a member and receive info to reserve your early-bird ticket(s) for this event at a discounted price please click below.
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Summer Art Camp
Summer Art Camp I, Ages 6-10, July 12-16, 2021, 1:00-4:45 p.m. daily
$75/student (10% off for current Family Members, applied at payment)
Summer Art Camp II, Ages 11-15, July 19-23, 2021, 1:00-4:45 p.m. daily
$75/student (10% off for current Family Members, applied at payment)
Summer Art Camp is offered for two age groups. Our plan is to host these camps in-person, either inside or outside, or a combination of the two (weather depending). We will be updating our plan as more information regarding UW policies on covid-19 are announced.
July 12-16: Students will explore the Reframing Identity for inspiration and exploring how artists from around the world use art processes to understand concepts of identity and belonging. Students will use different kinds of materials and discover ways to make art in the studio, including painting, sculpture, and printmaking.
July 19-23: Students will explore Something's Off: Paintings by Harold Garde and Ron Kroutel and explore how artists are inspired by place and perspective to create drawings and paintings. Students will explore various methods of drawing and painting both inside and outside of the museum.
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Virtual Family Saturday Workshop
Saturday, May 1
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Zoom Event, Free, Registration Required
The Art Museum will be offering a Virtual Family Saturday Workshop in May via a synchronous Zoom session. This month we will be exploring the 46th Annual Juried UW Student Exhibition. Get inspired by artworks created by students from across the University of Wyoming. There’s something for everyone in this month’s buffet of art making opportunities. Mystery bags of materials based on 4 different pieces of artwork will prompt our inquiry, exploration, and creation.
This event is free, but families will be asked to RSVP to ensure that we have enough art kits prepared in time for pick up. It is first come, first serve, and will be limited to 30 families.
Register at: https://uwyo.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_acasKp8Io4g4WrQ
Kits will be available for pick up Friday- Saturday, April 30th -May 1; first come, first served. Email uwarted@uwyo.edu for further pick-up information.
 Let us know if you're interested or going!
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46th Annual Juried Student Exhibition Award Winners
Gallery Walkthrough
Thursday, May 6
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid event, In-person and Zoom options, Free
UW Art Museum Galleries
The University of Wyoming Art Museum is hosting a free gallery walkthrough featuring student award winners from the 46th Annual Juried UW Student Exhibition, Thursday, May 6, from 5:30 - 7 p.m.
We will offer both in-person and zoom options. For in-person attendees, please follow UW protocols with social distancing and mask-wearing. For Zoom attendees, please email the Art Museum, uwartmus@uwyo.edu for the meeting passcode. Join us on Zoom here: https://uwyo.zoom.us/j/92974435751
The gallery walk-through is an opportunity to hear students discuss their artistic motivations such as what drives the content of their work and why specific artistic media were chosen, and to answer visitors’ questions. This opportunity helps students develop as professional artists and bolster public speaking skills.
Learn more about the student exhibition here.
Let us know if you're interested or going!
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TOAST (Teen Open Art Studio Time)
Friday, May 21
1:30 - 5:00 p.m.
"File Folder" near the LaBonte Skate Park
Come make art with us! Calling all Teens ages 13-18, to join us on Friday, May 21 for a collaborative paint party at the “File Folder,” a public art piece near the LaBonte Skate Park.
This event is free and participants can drop-in anytime between 1:30 - 5 p.m. Be prepared to get messy! Painting supplies will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity for teens to get acquainted with our T.O.A.S.T. Program that will be returning to in-person sessions starting in August 2021, the beginning of the ACSD academic year. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to meet and greet their middle & high school art teachers.
If you have any questions, please email Jennifer Smith, Master Teacher at uwarted@uwyo.edu.
Let us know if you're interested or going!
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Rental Space Available for Your Event!
Still looking for safe space to rent for your graduation party? How about a post-pandemic event for your business? The UW Art Museum's terrace is currently available, along with our lobby, galleries, and resource room.
If interested, please contact Debra Littlesun at dreed4@uwyo.edu or call 307-766-6622. |
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Become a Member and enjoy all the perks!
We've recently updated our membership options with different levels to suit your needs – check them out and become a Museum Member today!
We've also launched a new members-only website, login information is sent to current member's email. Get info about members-only special events, exclusive Zoom backgrounds from works in our collection, a members-only newsletter, plus more.
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