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Barbara and Lee Maimon Teaching Gallery, Level 2 Explore special exhibition America Works through an interdisciplinary gallery conversation with faculty curators and professors Kate Ragon, Carla Lima Aranzaes, and Arthur Matthews from Penn State’s School of Labor and Employment Relations in the College of the Liberal Arts.
Mimi Barash Coppersmith Studio Classroom Join art history professor Sarah K. Rich and staff of the Center for Virtual/Material Studies (CV/MS) and Palmer Museum of Art for a hands-on Watercolor Materials Lab exploring historic watercolor paints. Complementing special exhibition Out of the Shadows: Drawing and Watercolors by American Women mounted by the Palmer’s summer curatorial […]
Wonjung Choi is a Korean-born, Virginia-based artist whose multidisciplinary work delves into the complexities of identity formation in a globalized world. Through labor-intensive installations, sculptures, and research-driven practices, she examines the intricate process of cultural evolution, where migration plays a central role. Her art reflects a continuous exploration of the self, navigating the intersections of […]
Ryan RedCorn (𐓡𐓘𐓬𐓘𐓯𐓶𐓲𐓟) is an Osage photographer, filmmaker, graphic designer, and comedian. He was a writer/story editor and actor on FX’s critically acclaimed Reservation Dogs, and his photographic work is represented in the Palmer Museum’s permanent collection. As he describes himself: Ryan RedCorn (Osage) was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, into a family of preachers, politicians […]
Discover the Palmer’s world-class collections and exhibitions with a friendly and knowledgeable museum guide. Each tour explores a theme, lasts about one hour, and includes close-looking through discussion and experiential learning opportunities. Guided tours start in the Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Lobby. Join us for these free drop-in tours. Sign language interpretation for drop-in tours […]
K-12 educators of all subjects, administrators, and principles are invited to participate in one of these interactive workshops to discover the powerful connections between art and a range of disciplines, including social studies, language arts, science and math. Meet the Palmer’s new curator of American art, Janine Yorimoto Boldt, and provide feedback to enhance teaching opportunities with the upcoming reinstallation of the […]
Free, drop-in Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Lobby and Galleries Creative Studio is moving to the galleries and becoming Creative Encounters! Centered on mindful creativity and relaxation, these gallery sessions invite participants to explore works of art through sketching, journaling, and reflective observation. Connect with fellow creative thinkers, discover new ways to engage with art, and […]
Hop on for an exciting day out in Philly! This adventure is perfect for an individual, friends, or the whole family. The bus will make stops at the Franklin Institute and the 30th Street Station so that you can enjoy the museum or explore Philly’s tasty eats and attractions on your own. Family-friendly movies will […]
Get to know the Palmer Museum of Art along with the Penn State students who help make it a vibrant place for learning, creativity, and community. Explore the museum’s world-class collections and special exhibitions, including Dreaming American Futures: Invitational 250, featuring art by Penn State students, faculty, staff, and the local community. Enjoy hands-on artmaking […]
Curious about the Palmer Museum of Art? Join a Palmer guide for an introduction to the museum’s collections, exhibitions, and spaces. Discover highlights from across the galleries, learn about the stories behind selected artworks, and explore how the museum serves as a center for learning, creativity, and community at Penn State and beyond. Perfect for […]
Join us in the galleries during designated Sensory-Friendly Hours for a more relaxed and comfortable visit. During these times, we adjust the environment by dimming gallery lighting and turning off audio on gallery tablets when no tours are scheduled. While all visitors are welcome, these sessions are especially appropriate for individuals with sensory sensitivities, for […]
Explore special exhibition Dreaming American Futures: Invitational 250 and hear from Penn State faculty and staff artists as they speak about their works featured in the Invitational. Michael J. and Aimee Rusinko Kakos Galleries | Level 1
Register to join us for the Palmer Museum Print Club, a program devoted to the study and appreciation of the many printmaking techniques represented in the museum’s permanent collection. Members will examine objects ranging from woodcuts, engravings, etchings, and lithographs to other works on paper, including drawings, watercolors, and photographs. Participants will enjoy curator-led tours […]
Dare to get spooked at the Palmer with this year’s edition of the Halloween Spooktacular! Bring your own MONSTERpiece to life, immortalize your visit in the Phantom PhotoBOOth, and take a haunting jaunt through the galleries during the Ghost Adventure Tour (6 p.m.). Arrive by 6:30 p.m. to compete for scary good prizes in the […]
Shape-note singing is a participatory, 200-year-old singing tradition with roots in the early American harmony singing-school movement. Singers arrange in a square according to their parts and use the shape-note system as a visual aid to read conventional musical notation. The goal is to learn to sing harmony while building a strong sense of community. […]
