The Racine Art Museum (RAM) in Wisconsin is preparing to launch its 17th annual PEEPS exhibition on April 1, 2026. This quirky community-driven show invites artists of all ages to create dioramas, sculptures, and paintings using or depicting the iconic marshmallow candies. To accommodate growing interest, the museum is moving the exhibition to its larger first-floor gallery and will feature a special installation by Chicago-based artist Andrea Jablonski.
While lighthearted in theme, the exhibition serves as a significant community engagement tool for RAM, which houses the largest contemporary craft collection in the United States. By blending pop culture with fine art techniques, the show democratizes the museum space and encourages public participation through the "PEEPles Choice Award," demonstrating how regional institutions can use unconventional media to foster local artistic expression and museum attendance.