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Fairfield University Art Museum to host lecture "Florine Stettheimer and Americana"

The Fairfield University Art Museum is set to host a specialized lecture titled "Florine Stettheimer and Americana," focusing on the life and legacy of the influential Jazz Age artist. The presentation will explore Stettheimer’s unique aesthetic, which blended high-society portraiture with a distinctively American folk-art sensibility, and her role within the avant-garde circles of early 20th-century New York.

The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum Puts Connecticut Artists in the Spotlight

The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut, has launched a new initiative dedicated to showcasing the work of artists living and working within the state. This regional focus aims to highlight the creative output of those residing in the shadow of New York City’s dominant art scene, providing a high-profile platform for local talent.

A New Exhibition at New York’s Natural History Museum Honors Fossil Hunters

The American Museum of Natural History in New York has launched a new ongoing exhibition dedicated to the legacy of its most prolific fossil hunters. The display specifically highlights the contributions of Mark Norell and his colleagues, showcasing the significant paleontological discoveries that have shaped the museum's world-renowned collection.

Lehigh University Art Galleries (LUAG) culminates landmark centennial exhibition with “Bye for Now, Here and Now” – a free, public grand finale celebration on Saturday, May 9, 2026

Lehigh University Art Galleries (LUAG) has announced a grand finale celebration titled “Bye for Now, Here and Now” to mark the conclusion of its centennial year. Scheduled for May 9, 2026, the public event serves as both a 100th-anniversary party and a closing reception for the landmark exhibition "Here and Now: 100 Years of LUAG, 100 Local Artists." The evening will feature live music, art-making activities, and opportunities for the public to engage with the 100 regional artists featured in the show.

A new issue of the Pax newsletter on cultural tourism is arriving: Previews to entice those not yet subscribed

In arrivo un nuovo numero della newsletter Pax sul turismo culturale. Le anticipazioni per ingolosire chi non è ancora abbonato

The Italian Ministry of Tourism has partnered with the audio platform Loquis to integrate sound-based storytelling into the country's official tourism portal. This initiative, led by digital entrepreneur Bruno Pellegrini, aims to preserve the memory of Italian territories while promoting future development through an "audio atlas." The project is a central feature of the upcoming issue of Artribune’s Pax newsletter, which focuses on the intersection of cultural tourism, art, and hospitality.

Graduates’ artwork showcased at Tarble during studio art exhibition

The Tarble Arts Center hosted the opening reception for the 2026 Master of Arts in Studio Art Exhibition, featuring thesis projects from 11 graduate students. The exhibition showcased a diverse range of mediums, including an immersive installation by Vitória Kazanovski that recreated her grandmother’s Brazilian kitchen using audio and textured cookbooks, and a ceramic series by Wendy Peters that highlighted the technical mistakes and evolution of her craft.

Eye on Art: Whistler House hosts 200th Anniversary of Lowell Exhibition

The Whistler House Museum of Art is launching a special exhibition to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Lowell, Massachusetts. Running from April 18 to June 20, the show features a diverse array of media—including painting, sculpture, and photography—created by members of the Lowell Art Association, Inc. The works focus on the city’s identity as the cradle of the American Industrial Revolution, capturing its historic textile mills, urban landscapes, and cultural heritage.

New dates, new venue, and a new theme: Here is what the Moncalieri emerging photography festival will look like

Nuove date, nuova sede e nuovo tema. Ecco come sarà il festival di fotografia emergente di Moncalieri

Liquida Photofestival has announced the details for its fifth edition, scheduled to take place from April 17 to 19, 2026. The independent festival dedicated to emerging contemporary photography is moving to a new venue at the Real Collegio Carlo Alberto in Moncalieri, near Turin. Under the artistic direction of Laura Tota, the upcoming edition will center on the theme "Learning and Unlearning – (re)writing the rules," featuring a program of exhibitions, talks, and publishing events built primarily through open calls.

miart 2026 Opens in Milan: First Shots of the Fair Celebrating 30 Years in a Brand New Space

A Milano ha inaugurato miart 2026: i primi scatti della fiera che compie 30 anni e debutta in uno spazio tutto nuovo

The 30th edition of miart, Milan’s modern and contemporary art fair, has opened at its new venue in the South Wing of Allianz MiCo. Under the final year of Nicola Ricciardi’s direction, the fair features 160 galleries from 24 countries organized around the theme "New Directions," inspired by the jazz innovations of John Coltrane. The layout has transitioned from a single-floor format to a three-level experience, incorporating sections such as Emergent for experimental works and the new Established Anthology, which focuses on non-linear art history.

Bob’s Art Blog: Arts Spring To-Do List—Millworks, the AAH and the JNS Gallery and CALC

The Millworks Art Studios in Harrisburg has introduced a new cohort of resident artists dubbed "The New Guard," featuring a diverse range of local talent. This group includes photorealistic racecar painter Annika Koser, found-objects sculptor and former architect Jeff Scorza, and woodworker Kelly Anoka, alongside the recent addition of narrative artist Marina Radanovic. Each artist brings a distinct material focus—from industrial glass and metal to upcycled local timber—strengthening the collaborative creative community within the studio complex.

"Psychedelic Soul: A Journey Through Rhythm and Time" exhibition

The Motown Museum in Detroit has unveiled its latest exhibition, "Psychedelic Soul: A Journey Through Rhythm and Time," hosted at the Esther Gordy Edwards Centre for Excellence. The showcase features a diverse array of artifacts from Motown’s experimental era, including Stevie Wonder’s Minimoog Model D synthesizer, vintage Neumann engineering equipment, and flamboyant stage costumes worn by members of The Miracles.

Primavera will 'draw' talent from every art piece across 3 days

The city of Plymouth is preparing for its annual Primavera festival, a three-day celebration of the arts scheduled for April 24-26 at the Plymouth Community Center. This year’s event features a juried exhibition of 64 selected artworks across various media, including painting, sculpture, and digital art, chosen from over 100 submissions. The festival will also include live artist demonstrations, youth art displays from local high schoolers, and performances by regional dance and music ensembles.

Looking Back to Look Forward

Blick zurück nach vorn

The Museum Rietberg in Zürich is hosting an exhibition that examines the intersection of photography and colonialism. The show highlights how early photographic techniques, introduced to Africa shortly after their invention in 1839, were historically used as tools of power, surveillance, and scientific categorization. By juxtaposing historical archives with contemporary works, the exhibition demonstrates how modern artists are reclaiming and transforming these violent visual legacies.

East Coast painter dives into life, water and legacy in new exhibition

East Coast artist Prudence Davis has unveiled her latest exhibition, "Going with the Flow," at the Matawhero Art Gallery. The collection features a series of paintings deeply inspired by the local landscape and the artist's personal connection to the ocean. Davis, who comes from a significant artistic lineage, uses this body of work to explore her environment through fluid, nature-focused compositions.

New Williamson Art Gallery exhibition celebrates ‘The Garden as Muse’

The Williamson Art Gallery and Museum in Birkenhead has announced a major upcoming exhibition titled 'The Garden as Muse,' scheduled to open in May 2026. The show explores the garden as a profound source of artistic inspiration, featuring a mix of prominent loans and rarely seen works from the gallery’s permanent collection. A centerpiece of the exhibition is E. A. Hornel’s 'The Wounded Butterfly,' which exemplifies the artist's signature style of blending naturalism with decorative, textured surfaces.

A collective lunch is organized in Milan to discuss the problems of the cultural sector. Here is how to participate

A Milano si organizza un pranzo collettivo per discutere dei problemi del settore culturale. Ecco come partecipare

The nomadic assembly "OMTU – Organized Meals for Times of Uprising" is heading to Milan on April 19, 2026, coinciding with the miart art fair. Organized by a coalition of independent spaces including terzospazio, Osservatorio Futura, Parsec, and Arts of the Working Class, the event features a collective lunch followed by a public discussion at the Baséll space. The gathering aims to address the systemic precariousness of the cultural sector, focusing specifically on the scarcity of affordable social and cultural spaces in Milan.

Trees are a model to follow: A festival in Modena confirms it

Gli alberi sono un modello da seguire. A Modena c’è un festival che lo conferma

The Alberi Festival in Modena transforms the Villaggio Artigiano Ovest into an open-air laboratory focused on the intersection of botany, architecture, and urban planning. Inspired by the seminal 1960s research of Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi, the event features exhibitions, installations, and discussion tables centered around the "Officina Botanica," an experimental green regeneration project housed in a former industrial warehouse.

Between Fashion and Design, a New Issue of TAILOR Returns, Artribune's Newsletter on the Culture of Clothing

Tra moda e design torna un nuovo numero di TAILOR, newsletter di Artribune sulla cultura del vestire

Artribune has announced the return of TAILOR, a specialized newsletter exploring the intersections of art, fashion, and design. The upcoming April 19, 2026 edition focuses on the synergy between fashion brands and the Milan Design Week, featuring an interview with Mauro Simionato, founder of the experimental knitwear brand Vitelli, regarding sustainable material processes and community-building.

Atmosphere is the star in new exhibition at James Cope Gallery

James Cope Gallery has unveiled a new exhibition where the primary focus shifts from individual subjects to the evocative power of atmosphere. The presentation prioritizes mood, lighting, and spatial resonance, inviting viewers to engage with the sensory qualities of the environment rather than traditional narrative structures.

The University Art Gallery at Sonoma State University presents 2026 BFA exhibition

Sonoma State University’s University Art Gallery is set to host the 2026 BFA Exhibition from April 23 through May 23. The showcase features the capstone projects of five graduating students—Ellie Bertling, Tess Hernandez, Maxine Grace Jones, Camila Nava Lopez, and Grace Peterson—spanning disciplines such as painting, printmaking, and photography.

ARTISTIC EXPRESSION: Hancock County Arts has full lineup for 2026 - The Daily Reporter

Hancock County Arts has unveiled its comprehensive schedule for 2026, featuring a diverse array of monthly exhibitions and community events at the Twenty North Gallery in Greenfield. The upcoming season includes themed showcases such as the "Black & White" exhibit, the annual "Visions of Hancock County" photography show, and specialized displays focusing on local student work and regional heritage.

Immersive 'Resonant Site' art exhibit brings Baltimore's Curtis Bay to life at the Pikesville Armory

The Pikesville Armory has been transformed into an immersive walk-through installation titled "Resonant Site," featuring the collaborative work of local artists. Utilizing a complex arrangement of video projections, soundscapes, and dozens of screens, the exhibit captures the industrial and natural landscapes of Baltimore’s Curtis Bay, focusing on the delicate intersection of water, industry, and residential life.

Wahlburgers in Fenway marked World Art Day on Wednesday with a one-day community-driven event.

Wahlburgers in Fenway celebrated World Art Day this past Wednesday by hosting a one-day community-driven event. The gathering focused on local engagement and creative expression within the Fenway neighborhood.

Gina Blickenstaff Brings Bold Color Home To Fort Collins

Artist Gina Blickenstaff is set to present her second annual solo exhibition, "The Method and the Madness," at the Center for Creativity in Fort Collins. Spanning all three of the venue's galleries, the five-day event coincides with Fort Collins Art Week and features an artist talk alongside a showcase of her vibrant, color-focused paintings. Blickenstaff, a recipient of the Dame JaCkie Erickson Creative Catalyst Award, is transitioning from a primarily digital presence to deeper local engagement through this immersive physical installation.

Dittmar Gallery presents community art exhibition ‘I was here’

The Dittmar Gallery at Northwestern University is hosting a community art exhibition titled “I was here,” featuring works by 24 local artists. Curated by Jasmine Ametovski and Clare Kirwan, the show highlights diverse mediums ranging from photography of the Berlin Wall to beeswax sculptures and multimedia installations. The exhibition focuses on how personal perspectives can redefine traditional art spaces and reclaim cultural identities through creative practice.

Textile art anchors new exhibition running at Tairāwhiti Museum

Gisborne-based artist Melanie Tangaere Baldwin has unveiled her latest solo exhibition, Ā Mua, at the Tairāwhiti Museum. The showcase features a departure from her previous multi-disciplinary work, focusing heavily on sculptural hand-stitched textile art that depicts powerful female forms, alongside light boxes exploring the symbolism of fire.

Artists In Erbil Turn Canvas Around in Bold Exhibition with No Visible Art

Fourteen Kurdish artists staged a provocative "Non-Art Exhibition" at Media Gallery in Erbil to commemorate World Art Day. In a radical departure from traditional gallery formats, the participants displayed only the reverse sides of their canvases, completely concealing the painted surfaces from the audience. Organized by artist Ahmed Nabaz, the one-day event kept its conceptual twist a secret from the participating artists until the moment of the opening.

Ohio Annual Exhibition showcases best art, crafts from across the state

The Zanesville Museum of Art has opened submissions for its 80th Ohio Annual Exhibition, a juried showcase of fine art and craft from across the state. Open to current and former Ohio residents, the competition accepts entries in categories ranging from painting and sculpture to glass and fiber arts through April 24. Dr. Sarah Spinner, Director of the Kent State University Museum, will serve as this year's juror, with the exhibition set to open on June 18 featuring a $1,000 Best of Show prize.

Port Huron students' art show highlights young talent

The Port Huron Museum is currently hosting an expansive exhibition featuring 280 artworks created by local students ranging from kindergarten through 12th grade. The showcase includes a diverse array of mediums, such as traditional portraiture, landscapes, paintings, and three-dimensional paper-mâché sculptures, all produced by youth within the Port Huron area.

College Night at the Getty collages together creativity, music, art

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