LUX Center for the Arts

06/11/2026

LUX Center for the Arts + Constellation Studios presents Nine Nebraska Artists Wheat Paste Murals – a public art project in conjunction with the summer-long “Surface Impressions: Coloratura” international juried print exhibition. ✨
Nine Nebraska Artists – Shawn Ballarin, Margaret Bohls, Madeline Cass, Eddie Dominquez, Dominique Ellis, David Gracie, Maddie Hinrichs, Madison Svendgard, Lindsey Weber – were invited to design and carve their own woodblock at Constellation Studios. The resulting 9 large 24" x 36" black and white prints come together as a composite mural now being wheat-pasted across Lincoln. Multiple sites are underway, with installations continuing throughout this and next week.

Stay tuned for artist introductions, mural locations, and mural reveals!
www.luxcenter.org/2026-nine-nebraska-artists

06/10/2026

Mark your calendars, Who What Wednesday is next week June 17 at LUX Center from 6-7:30pm!!

An exciting monthly event designed to bring together diverse voices from across the Lincoln community to inspire, connect, and create. This month, we are excited to hear from Gretchen Larsen and Michael Larsen (Siblings, Visual Artists), Lindsey Weber and Keith Buswell (Visual Artists, Curators), Out Nebraska Representative (LGBTQ+ Advocacy Organization).

Come connect, discover new ideas, and be part of a growing community of innovators!

06/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our June First Friday Reception ✨
Special thanks to artists Matthew Sontheimer, Bill Opp, and Camille Rotermund for their exhibition openings, and to author Geri True—joined by illustrator Karissa Bettendorf—for a book signing of Grownups Say the Strangest Things, including a display of original artwork from the book.
If you didn't get a chance to join us don't worry, you can still see all exhibits in our galleries through June 27.

We are open Tuesday to Saturday 10AM-5PM
Learn more about our current and upcoming exhibitions: www.luxcenter.org/exhibitions

06/09/2026

Join our 8-week Porcelain Jewelry class and discover how to turn clay into wearable art. This course focuses on porcelain as a unique material for jewelry, guiding you through both construction and surface design techniques to create refined, durable pieces.
Over the session, you’ll design and make your own:
✨ Beads
✨ Earrings
✨ Pendants
While exploring techniques like stamping, carving, slip decoration, underglaze, decals, luster, and glaze applications, you’ll build a small collection of beautifully finished porcelain jewelry.
✔️ All firings included (bisque, glaze & luster)
✔️ Materials provided, including glazes, decals & lusters
✔️ No prior experience required
✔️ Ages 16+
Perfect for anyone who loves ceramics, jewelry, or learning something new—reserve your spot today 💫
Register online: www.luxcenter.org/programs/porcelain-jewelry-1

06/08/2026

See us at Star City Pride this weekend!! LUX will be a vendor at the Pride Festival happening Friday, June 12 from 4-8 pm at Woods Park (33rd & O Street) and Saturday, June 13 from 12-11pm outside Das Haus (17th& O Street). Come by our table, grab swag, make art, and celebrate pride with us!

06/05/2026

June is here 🌻 Check out some of the art and culture events happening around Lincoln this month! 🎨🎤✨

06/04/2026

Tonight's KZUM Stransky Park concert has been postponed due to rain. Our LUX table will be postponed as well. 🌧️💜

Welp, the rain has got us waiting another week to party in Stransky Park! We are working with and our partners on a rainout date. Stay tuned and we'll see you in the park NEXT WEEK!

06/04/2026

We’re in install mode this week with 76 into 1 by Matthew Sontheimer in the East Gallery, Imaginary Places by Bill Opp in the Community Gallery, and Binding Time by Camille Rotermund in the Wake Gallery—getting a first look as each artist brings their space to life.

Join us tomorrow for the Opening Reception during First Friday, 5–8 PM.
Learn more and RSVP online: www.facebook.com/share/1BKb4McWmz/

06/03/2026

Sgraffito is a technique of carving designs through a surface of colored material to reveal the contrasting clay underneath. Try it out in this upcoming workshop with our Artist in Residence David Kruk on Friday, June 19. No experience required.

Learn more and register online:
www.luxcenter.org/programs/scratching-surface-sgraffito-workshop-2

06/03/2026

We're excited to join KZUM's Stransky Park Concert Series kickoff tomorrow evening! 🎨🎶
Stop by the Lux Center for the Arts table to create art with us, and learn about upcoming classes and programs.
We'll see you tomorrow at Stransky Park starting at 7 PM for an evening of great music, local food, and art for all. Be sure to catch Womanish Girl and support this wonderful free community event!