Opening Night at the Museum! Fall 2026 | Krannert Art Museum

Join us for the exciting opening of "Centering Clay: Connection and Innovation in American Studio Ceramics"! Meet our new Director, Stephanie Smith, and enjoy the first late night of the semester.

✨ Event Highlights:

• 5:00 PM – Art on view and live music by Ther’Up.Y
• 6:00 PM – Director and curator remarks in the Link Gallery
• 6:30 PM – Dance party with DJ KamauMau
• 8:00 PM – Museum stays open until 8 PM

Exhibition Features:
Explore art from the museum’s collection, including works by renowned artists such as Katherine Choy, Richard DeVore, Donald Frith, and many more.
Learn more about the exhibition: Centering Clay

Accessibility:
Krannert Art Museum is committed to accessibility for all. For any questions or accommodation requests, please email us at [email protected].

Parking:
Free parking is available nearby after 5 PM and on weekends.

Location:
500 Peabody Dr, Champaign, IL 61820-6913, United States

For updates: Visit our events page

Note: The museum is free and open to everyone! 🎊