Shape of Sound: The Intersection of Music and Art
January 29, 2027 – August 8, 2027
Composing Color: Paintings by Alma Thomas from the Smithsonian American Art Museum
July 24, 2026 – January 10, 2027
Alma Thomas (1891–1978) is a singular figure in twentieth-century American art. After retiring from a long career as a schoolteacher, she developed a distinctive form of abstraction defined by bold pattern, rhythmic composition, and radiant color. Inspired by nature, the cosmos, and music, Thomas created vibrant paintings that transcended established categories, drawing on elements of gestural abstraction and color field painting while forging a style entirely her own.
Beyond the Floating World: Viewing Japanese Prints with Smith Faculty
October 9, 2026 – April 4, 2027