2013–14 Exhibitions

  • The University Museum presents several exhibits annually. It is a multi-discipline museum, including art, history, and other exhibits.

    Exhibits are also presented by Kipp Gallery.

    View the Events Calendar for Lively Arts.

  • Lively Arts logo

    The Lively Arts is the umbrella for all performing and visual arts events presented by the College of Fine Arts.

    Find an event to attend on our calendar:

  • Layers: Places in Peril

    September 17-November 9; University Museum, Sutton Hall

    Artist Judith Waller and earth scientist Jim Brey collaborate to illustrate environmental threats confronting many of the world's most beautiful cities and natural landscapes.

    Layers: Places of Peril

     

  • University Museum Gala: Masks, Music, A Night in Venice

    September 21, 6:00–10:00 p.m.; University Museum, Sutton Hall

    This annual benefit event is always a festive evening. This year’s gala recreates a carnevale night in contemporary Venice with fine art, music, dinner, and dancing. Reservations are required.

    Festive black and gold mask
     

  • Capturing the Moment

    November 16–December 7; University Museum, Sutton Hall

    Photography by students in the Communications Media Department at IUP presents a lively variety of portraits, landscapes, and aesthetic special effects.

    Woman with animal print face paint
     

  • Emerging Artists: Annual Graduate Exhibit

    February 4–March 22; University Museum, Sutton Hall

    This showcase of individual exhibitions by Master of Fine Arts candidates in the Art Department at IUP fills the University Museum and the galleries of Sprowls Hall with cutting-edge artworks in a variety of media.

    Black bird art exhibit piece
     

  • Roots and Wings: Keeney and Tomb

    April 5–May 17; University Museum, Sutton Hall

    Nature’s color and intricate details are highlights of Maura Keeney’s floral and plant form paintings and David Tomb’s paintings and drawings of tropical birds.

    Painting of brown bird in nest
     

  • The University Museum Goes Downtown

    April 4–May 3; Artists Hand Gallery, 732 Philadelphia St.

    Selections from the museum’s permanent collection are on display at the Artists Hand Gallery in Downtown Indiana.

    Painting of woman in blue clothing
     

  • Pencil Paint Pixel: 29 Years of Visual Communication

    June 7–July 26; University Museum, Sutton Hall

    Illustrator and IUP alumnus Mark Bender (1983) creates award-winning art for a variety of corporations with this exhibit titled “Pencil Paint Pixel: 29 Years of Visual Communication.” Admission is free, and an opening reception will be held on Thursday, June 12, from 5:00–8:00 p.m.

    Pencil Paint Pixel: 29 Years of Visual Communication
     

  • Other Upcoming Events

    Broadway Extravaganza

    Broadway Extravaganza

    Thursday, December 5, Sound Choices

    Photo of a Mountain for 60s, 70s, 80s: Artist Legacy of IUP

    60’s 70’s 80’s: Artist Legacy of IUP

    September 10–November 6, University Museum

    Spring 177 x 133

    The Awakening of Spring

    October 25 - November 2, Theater-by-the-Grove

     
  • The University Museum
  • Sutton Hall, Room 111
    1011 South Drive
    Indiana, PA 15705
  • Phone: 724-357-2530
  • Museum Hours
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 2:00–6:30 p.m.
  • Thursday: noon–7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: noon–4:00 p.m.
  • Closed Sunday, Monday, and University Holidays