Krannert Art Museum Events
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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Opening day for the new exhibition "In Search of a Future." On view through May 15.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
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Join Kathryn Koca Polite for a special tour of "In Search of a Future." Explore the exhibition through the curator's perspective and gain insight into the themes, selected works, and ideas that shaped the presentation. This guided conversation offers a unique opportunity to engage more deeply with the exhibition and ask questions along the way.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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Join Krannert Art Museum and Family Service of Champaign County for a Creative Aging Art Tour and Memory Café, a guided tour of the museum’s collection for seniors, those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, and care partners, followed by refreshments, artmaking activities, and conversation.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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Join us for a chance to meet artist Anida Yoeu Ali! She is returning to campus to receive a 2026 FAA Distinguished Legacy Award. Anida Yoeu Ali (BFA '96 Graphic Design) is an interdisciplinary artist whose works span performance, installation, new media, public encounters, and political agitation. She is currently exhibiting at the Vincent Price Art Museum in Los Angeles
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Hands-on art activities for children ages 3+ and their caregivers! Throughout the galleries, enjoy arts activities, family tours, and demonstrations, celebrating the new exhibitions on display. Kid visitors can complete a scavenger hunt for a prize! This event is free and open to all.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
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Join us for a talk by Dr. Tyson E. Lewis, Professor Art Education at the University of North Texas: "Research-Creation and the Alchemical Studio: An Experiment in Studious Drift."
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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Stop by and share your thoughts about Krannert Art Museum with our new director! Stephanie Smith will talk with visitors on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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Stop by and share your thoughts about Krannert Art Museum with our new director! Stephanie Smith will talk with visitors on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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Join us for a reception and conversation with Yao Jui-Chung and Kao Chien-Hui, "Landscape as Storytelling: The Journey of 'Yao’s Black Divine Comedy'." Presented in conjunction with the "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition" exhibition at Krannert Art Museum (on view Nov 5, 2026–Feb 27, 2027).
Thursday, November 5, 2026
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Opening day for the new exhibition "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition," curated by Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. On view through February 27.
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Celebrate the opening of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition" at this free public reception. Enjoy live music and remarks from curators Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. Spend the evening exploring the exhibition, connecting with fellow visitors, and celebrating this exciting new presentation at Krannert Art Museum.
Friday, November 6, 2026
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Join exhibiting artists and curators of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition" to to gain an understanding of historical ink painting traditions and artmaking today in Taiwan. Panelists will include Taipei-based Yao Jui-Chung, who will be an artist-in-residence on campus (November 3–7).
Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Join curators Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warrenu for a special tour of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition" (on view Nov 5, 2026–Feb 27, 2027). Gain insights about the history of ink wash painting and how contemporary artists are reimagining those traditions.
Thursday, November 12, 2026
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SPEAK stands for Song, Poetry, Art, and Knowledge. It is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum curated by local artist, Shaya Robinson, featuring guest performers and welcoming all to the mic.
Friday, November 13, 2026
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Stop by on Fridays for our monthly Talk & Tour! Gain insights about the artwork on view in both special exhibitions and the collection galleries.
Friday, December 4, 2026
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Stop by on Fridays for our monthly Talk & Tour! Gain insights about the artwork on view in both special exhibitions and the collection galleries.
Tuesday, December 15, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Wednesday, December 16, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Thursday, December 17, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Friday, December 18, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Saturday, December 19, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Sunday, December 20, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Monday, December 21, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Wednesday, December 23, 2026
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Don't miss the final week of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through December 23.
Thursday, February 11, 2027
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SPEAK stands for Song, Poetry, Art, and Knowledge. It is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum curated by local artist, Shaya Robinson, featuring guest performers and welcoming all to the mic.
Tuesday, February 23, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition," curated by Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. On view through February 27.
Wednesday, February 24, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition," curated by Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. On view through February 27.
Thursday, February 25, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition," curated by Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. On view through February 27.
Friday, February 26, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition," curated by Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. On view through February 27.
Saturday, February 27, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "Ink Shower: Contemporary Taiwanese Artists Reimagine Tradition," curated by Kai-Ching Hsiao and Maureen Warren. On view through February 27.
Thursday, March 4, 2027
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SPEAK stands for Song, Poetry, Art, and Knowledge. It is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum curated by local artist, Shaya Robinson, featuring guest performers and welcoming all to the mic.
Thursday, April 1, 2027
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SPEAK stands for Song, Poetry, Art, and Knowledge. It is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum curated by local artist, Shaya Robinson, featuring guest performers and welcoming all to the mic.
Tuesday, May 11, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "In Search of a Future," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through May 15.
Wednesday, May 12, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "In Search of a Future," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through May 15.
Thursday, May 13, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "In Search of a Future," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through May 15.
Friday, May 14, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "In Search of a Future," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through May 15.
Saturday, May 15, 2027
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Don't miss the final week of "In Search of a Future," curated by Kathryn Koca Polite. On view through May 15.