March 26, 2020
While WAM is now open to the general public, our staff and partnering artists continue to develop programming to engage audiences and build community online. WAM events, programs, workshops, and tours will mostly be online until further notice. Wherever we are, at home or in a fabulous building by the river, WAM is committed to shining a…
September 13, 2018
Lisa and E. Gerald O’Brien in front of Douglas Argue’s oil canvas work, Untitled, affectionately known as the “chicken painting.” Jerry O’Brien was an undergraduate art history major at the University of Michigan when he got some thrilling news from Sotheby’s in New York City. The venerable auction house had awarded him one of its…
August 10, 2018
The Art Mob is a group of supporters who enjoy special invitations to meet artists and attend unique events throughout the year. For members and donors at the Collector level and above, the Art Mob meets for studio and collection tours, artist receptions, and other exclusive activities for themselves and a guest. The 2018–19…
May 2, 2018
Congratulations Director Lyndel King! 2018 Recipient of the President’s Award for Outstanding Service We are proud to announce that Lyndel King was awarded the President’s Award for Outstanding Service, joining an elite group of staff and faculty who have provided exceptional service to the University of Minnesota. The President’s Award for Outstanding Service is presented each year in the spring…
July 20, 2017
Support WAM and see behind the scenes! The Art Mob is a group of supporters who enjoy special invitations to meet artists and attend unique events throughout the year. Starting at the Collector level, the Art Mob meets for studio and collection tours, artist receptions, and other exclusive activities for themselves and a guest. …
November 27, 2016
Name: Elise Armani Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Hometown: Madison, WI College: College of Liberal Arts Major: BFA Major Studio Art, BA Major Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies, Minor: Art History Campus Involvement: I’m a WAM Collective officer and work at WAM as the Projects & Programs Assistant! What’s your favorite piece in WAMs collection? I have so many favorite pieces…
October 10, 2016
Thanks to our members’ commitment and generosity, the Weisman continues to invest in visual art. By becoming a member, you make the strong statement that creative innovation is vital, and you allow WAM to continue to highlight cross-departmental collaborations through exhibitions in the Target Studio for Creative Collaboration and continuing to support local and women artists. Plus, members…