UK Art Museum

08/31/2026

The Kentucky Kernel joined us for curator Rachel Hooper's tour of our latest exhibitions on August 27. Thank you to Keyonna Henson and Scout Tarquinio for your article! Check it out here: https://kykernel.com/127148/news/uk-art-museum-showcases-new-exhibitions-through-curator-led-tour/ #

The University of Kentucky Art Museum hosted a curator-led tour on Thursday, Aug. 27, giving visitors an inside look at its newest exhibitions. The tour was held at the Singletary Center in UK’s Art Museum and offered an exclusive preview of two main exhibitions: “The Museum of Natural History a...

08/25/2026

We welcome Museum members, the campus community, and the general public to a reception celebrating our six newly installed exhibitions throughout the Museum. Light hors d'oeuvres will be served. Remarks will begin at 6:30 pm.

Thursday, September 3
Members Preview: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Public Reception: 6:30 - 8:00 PM

08/21/2026

It’s always fun to see so many new students participate in our annual KWeek scavenger hunt!

We hope all new and returning students have a great year! Stop by and see us!

Tuesday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 5 pm
Always Free Admission

08/10/2026

The Art Museum will resume regular hours on Tuesday, August 11, at 10 am. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Regular Hours:
Tuesday - Friday
10-5
Saturday
12-5

08/10/2026

Donations wanted for the UK Art Museum Y'Art Sale!

Clear those closets and garages and donate your items to the UK Art Museum Y’Art Sale! Donations will be accepted until September 11th and may be dropped off during regular office hours (9:00-5:00) at the Museum’s dock on Patterson Dr. off Rose St.

Contact Michaela at 859-257-6218 or Lyndi at 859-257-8164 for donation instructions. All donations are tax-deductible!

SUGGESTED ITEMS INCLUDE:
Ceramics and pottery
Art
Furniture
Jewelry
Handmade goods and crafts
Zines, comics, and books
Instruments
Stickers, pins, patches, and accessories
Textiles, fiber arts, and sewing supplies
Costumes and wearable art
Art supplies (new or gently used)
Craft supplies and materials
Frames and display materials
Tools and creative equipment
Records, CDs, and musical items
Home décor and unique vintage finds
Collectibles and curiosities
Creative reuse materials
Other artist-made, vintage, or gently used goods
*(No clothing please)*

Y’ART SALE
Join us for a two-day sale of donated art, home goods, clothing, books, jewelry, and more! All sales benefit the Museum.

Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2026
11 am – 4 pm
Singletary Center for the Arts Lawn

07/09/2026

Create + Curate Summer Camp: Day 3!

🪲🪲🪲Our campers got up close and personal with some multi-legged creatures from the UK Insect Collection. Thanks to Julian Dupuis for the special presentation! 🪲🪲🪲

07/08/2026

Create + Curate Summer Camp: Day 2!

Campers explored storage and learned about caring for art with Museum registrar Maggie Bond, took a tour of the Student Center exhibition with Jody Stokes-Casey, and spent time drawing.

07/07/2026

Our campers kicked off Create + Curate Summer Camp with a tour of exhibitions courtesy of director Stuart Horodner and curator of education Dan Solberg, drawing, and brainstorming.

We look forward to another great afternoon!