Weisman Art Museum

Wed, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 10 2024

Show your love, shop adorable finds, and save 20% during the WAM Shop's Sweetheart Sale. Unique accessories made by local artists and a range of sustainably-made gifts—for the special someones in your life. 

It's a sweetheart of a deal: WAM members and UMN faculty, staff, and students save 20% on purchases during the sale period. In-store sales only; discounts may not be combined.

Sat, Feb 8 - Sun, May 18 2025

Weisman Art Museum presents SEEN, an exhibition created as part of a years-long collaboration with We Are All Criminals (WAAC), curated by WAAC director and founder, Emily Baxter. SEEN features currently incarcerated artists in collaboration with artists, activists, and academics in the Twin Cities community.

Sat, Feb 8 2025

Join us for the opening day of the Weisman Art Museum's spring exhibition, SEEN. The event features artist-led programming, various art activations, and activities in Open Studio. Hearty snacks and warm drinks will be provided throughout the day. All events and activities are free.

Wed, Jan 29 2025

Study Night x Collective Visions for the New Year

Step into 2025 with the WAM Collective! This evening's offerings are designed to inspire clarity and focus as you set your intentions for the year ahead. Recharge your mind with quiet study areas, engage in community vision-boarding in the Open Studio, and enjoy a rejuvenating sound bath to clear away stress and ground yourself wtih good vibes for the new year. Tea and snacks will be available in Riverview Gallery. 

Wed, Jan 1 - Tue, Jan 21 2025

During winter break at the University of Minnesota, the Weisman will be closed from January 1 - 21, 2025.

The Weisman will reopen on January 22 to resume regular museum hours for the spring semester.

Wed, Dec 4 2024

Study Night: Finals Edition

Prepare for finals in a warm, inviting space hosted by WAM Collective. Enjoy seasonal drinks from Misfit coffee, relax to the live sounds of a lofi jazz group featuring UMN student musicians, and find focus as you study or read for pleasure with Black Garnet Books and the UMN Library*.

Wed, Dec 4 2024

Pleasure Reading in the Gallery: Black Literature & Storytelling

Join us for a pop-up pleasure reading session at the Weisman, presented in collaboration with Black Garnet Books and in conversation with the exhibition Seeking for the Lost. We invite you to immerse yourself in the richness of Black narratives and the power of literature as a tool for connection and reflection.

Wed, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 29 2024

WAM members and UMN staff, students, and faculty save 20% off their purchases in the WAM Shop during our annual Winter Sale. You’ll find an array of unique gifts at friendly prices, including jewelry, accessories, cards, toys, gifts for the home, and more. Ceramics, candles, and other handmade gifts made by local artists are also featured. You can take care of everyone on your gift-list and feel good about your purchases—all proceeds support museum programs and exhibitions.

Wed, Nov 6 2024

Master the art of studying with the WAM Collective.

Need a break? Come study with us at the Weisman. Study Nights feature seasonal art-making activities and chill vibes for catching up on your work, or just to socialize with friends. As always, the first 100 students who arrive to enjoy a FREE MISFIT COFFEE. 

Free and open to all students

Wed, Oct 23 2024

Come study with us at the Weisman & register to vote!

Join us for a patriotic Study Night on Wednesday, October 23, from 5 - 8 p.m. The WAM Collective is partnering with the Student Organization UVote. Let’s get registered to vote in the 2024 Presidential Election! As always, the first 100 students who arrive will receive a drink voucher for a FREE MISFIT COFFEE.