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Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, at the Spurlock Museum of World Cultures, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment.

In Search of Lost Time: The study of Earth history and chronology from the 18th to the 21st century — RBML's Spring Exhibition in collaboration with the Department of Geology, on view from 1/24 - 6/22, 2022. This exhibit explores concepts of time, chronology, and history that form the lens through which Earth scientists view, understand, and interpret a dynamic planet.

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

The School of Music and Spurlock Museum present student ensembles performing an eclectic mix of classical chamber music repertoire in an intimate gallery setting. Concert is free and open to the public. There will be seating available in our Central Core Gallery, or you may enjoy the music as you explore the Spurlock Museum Galleries.

This is the final concert that directors Elizabeth B. Peterson and Stephen G. Peterson will present at the University of Illinois. A reception will follow in the Krannert Center lobby. Features both the University of Illinois Wind Orchestra and the University of Illinois Wind Symphony.

This performance incorporates guest artists including the U of I Concert Jazz Band, narrators, and a community choir in McBride’s The Movement Revisited—A Musical Portrait of Four Icons, which pays tribute to Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, and Martin Luther King Jr. through music and words.

Students in these small jazz combos have the opportunity to hone their technique and work on tight arrangements. World-renowned faculty musicians lead them through classic charts by influential writers, such as Duke Ellington and Count Basie, plus current compositions.

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Strings take the lead when this student jazz ensemble heads into the Studio Theatre.

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

Stay tuned - more details on this new theme meal are coming soon!

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Take a soothing lunch break and join Kim Sheahan Sanford, our assistant director of education and resident storyteller, for family-friendly stories from around the world. Past events from the series (external link) are available for viewing on Facebook.

Professor Mara Wade explains the history and significance of emblem books, while showcasing a splendid recent acquisition to the RBML collection.

This chamber music concert featuring Solideo Quartet, Jupiter String Quartet, and talented graduate students will seek to raise support and funding for orphaned children and displaced families in Ukraine.

The UI Latin Jazz Ensemble performs works with South American, Caribbean, Afro-Cuban, and traditional jazz influences.

The Philharmonia Orchestra performs major literature from the 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. It is comprised of students representing upwards of 35 majors from throughout the university community. The Illini Strings performs music from the classics to music written in the 21st century. Musicians in the orchestra are comprised of non-music majors from across campus

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Take a break before finals week and spend some quiet time in the RBML on reading day, with coloring sheets adapted from our collections. And make sure to pop into our reading room, where a few of our favorite items will be on display!

Speak Café stands for Song, Poetry, Expression, Art, and Knowledge. It is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum organized and moderated by Shaya Robinson. Speak Café is creative space to share your craft, express thoughts, recite poetry, rap, or even show artwork. Bring friends to the former café space in the KAM lobby to listen or share your art.

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

If you or a loved one is living with Parkinson’s, join us to explore gentle movement in a safe and welcoming virtual environment.

Join the Krannert Art Museum Council for this season’s Luncheon + Lecture, featuring a talk by Dede Fairchild Ruggles titled, “Nature and Architecture: Making Medieval Granada.” Tickets will be sold on Eventbrite for this event at the Urbana Country Club.

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Celebrate Opening Night of the 2022 School of Art + Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Exhibition. Join us to explore a wide range of art and design work created by BFA graduates in studio art, new media, art education, graphic design, and industrial design. This event is free and open to the public. Reception in the Link Gallery on the Main Level

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Celebrate Mother’s Day this year at the Spurlock Museum. On May 8 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm, come to the Collaboration and Community Gallery to create a special card, put together a “Make her dayjar,” or make any of the other keepsake crafts that will be available. Join our staff storyteller, Kim Sanford, at 2:00pm for family-related stories.

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Take a soothing lunch break and join Kim Sheahan Sanford, our assistant director of education and resident storyteller, for family-friendly stories from around the world. Past events from the series (external link) are available for viewing on Facebook.

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Spurlock Museum is hosting a concert by local artists Ru Huang and Yarong Guan. The event will be May 28 at 2 PM in the Museum’s Knight Auditorium. The concert will include popular, jazz, and traditional tunes from East Asia, played on the erhu and piano, as well as improvisation of twentieth century Shang

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

The Spurlock Museum presents Blues...Elixir for the Soul! Performances by DJ KamauMau and The Painkillers Blues Band featuring Dawn Clark. Blues…Elixir for the Soul celebrates the closing of Spurlock Museum’s exhibit Blues Dancing and Its African American Roots (on view through May 31). This event is supported by the Urbana Arts Council. The Spurlock Museum acknowl

The Krannert Art Museum Council invites members, friends, and art lovers to come to celebrate the museum’s collection and to help it grow in new and exciting ways. This special event brings you behind the scenes to see how new works of art are selected for the museum. Exciting news for this year: Acquired Taste Celebration will be held at the Siebel Center for Design.

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment

Come explore Blues Dance and African American vernacular dance as it evolved and is practiced today in our local community.

Bodies in Crisis draws from our extensive collection of Ancient Mediterranean artifacts and modern reproductions. This new, temporary exhibit explores how ancient cultures navigated bodily crises through art. By representing the human body at important moments of change, ancient peoples investigated, remembered, mourned, celebrated, and protected themselves from harm.

A new exhibit, Sewn in Memory: AIDS Quilt Panels from Central Illinois, features over a dozen quilt panels originally made in the 1980s and early 1990s for the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, in Washington, DC. Each of the panels commemorates a person who died of AIDS, or of an AIDS-related ailment