Wheelchair accessible

Stylized curly typography reading Weisman Art Museum Sweetheart Sale, February 7 - 10, in pinks and blue Sweetheart Sale 2024

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.

Colorful abstract illustration of river and sunset. Merciless: Indigenous Lands Since 1776

Sat, Sep 26 2026 - Sun, May 23 2027

Merciless: Indigenous Lands Since 1776 is a commemoration of Indigenous resistance and a celebration of ongoing relationships to this place known as Bde Óta Othúŋwe (Minneapolis). Featuring new indoor and outdoor installations by Natchez Beaulieu, Marlena Myles, and Missy Whiteman, the exhibition foregrounds Indigenous resilience and sustained connections to Wakpá Tháŋka, the Mississippi River.

A map of the world, with the global spice trade routes represented by stitching Tiffany Chung: indelible traces

Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Dec 6 2026

We cannot make whole again the fragments of 
      the past—
but if after hope comes action, then the future 
depends on what we do in the here and now. 
                                               —Tiffany Chung

One hand cutting paper for collage in a recent WAM workshop Workshop: Wellness + Collage

Sat, Jul 18 2026

Journey to the Cosmic Womb Workshop Series: Wellness + Collage

Join artists Vie Boheme and Nell Pierce for a hands-on workshop inspired by Journey to the Cosmic Womb by JooYoung Choi. Through yoga, reflection, and artmaking, participants will explore themes of self discovery, identity, and personal storytelling found within Choi's work.

Nell Pierce Color Memory / Color Stories Open Studio: Color Memory/Color Stories

Wed, Jul 15 - Mon, Aug 31 2026

Nell Pierce: Color Stories / Color Memory

This activity was designed by local artist Nell Pierce (they/them). Nell is a collage artist, acrylic painter, muralist and teaching artist who sees art as a powerful tool for telling both individual and collective stories. They were raised in California and Maine and fell in love with the artist and organizing community in Minneapolis in 2014.

Open Studio Rest & Repeat Open Studio: Rest & Repeat

Thu, Jun 11 - Sun, Jul 12 2026

Rest & Repeat

How can we use drawing as a tool for rest?

Bright Yellow Image with words: Open Studio Main Character Complex Open Studio: Main Character Complex

Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 31 2026

Main Character Complex 

Librería Donceles brings together hundreds of second-hand books published in recent decades. Each book has a unique title and cover–elements that were carefully created to communicate the books' content to potential readers at a glance.

An Indigenous femme wearing glasses and a light pink jacket stands outdoors against a cloudy sky and a blurred city skyline. Confluence Event: Marlena Myles Studio Visit

Tue, May 19 2026

Marlena Myles Studio Visit 

With the launch of WAM’s new membership program, we are thrilled to announce our first Confluence Event: a studio visit with St. Paul-based artist Marlena Myles on May 19th. Her practice centers on Indigenous history, language, and the inclusion of both within modernity.

Weisman Art Museum Membership Moment Hero Image Member Moment: Spring Sale + Vegan Treats

Sat, May 9 2026

Spring Sale + Vegan Treats

With the launch of WAM’s new membership program, we are thrilled to announce our first Member Moment: a drop-in interactive event on Saturday, May 9 in conjunction with WAM Shop’s Spring Sale. 

Spring Sale in verdent, grass-covered letters with sample shop products WAM Shop Spring Sale 2026

Wed, May 6 - Sun, May 10 2026

We've got your moms, dads, and grads covered!

May 6 - 10, WAM members and UMN staff, students, and faculty save 20% off their purchases in the WAM Shop during our annual Spring Sale. You’ll find an array of unique gifts at friendly prices, including jewelry and accessories, clever cards and journals, toys, as well as ceramics, handmade gifts by local artists, candles and other special somethings to make your space a bit homier.