March 1 – June 1, 2025
From the sandlots of small midwestern towns to the domed stadiums of large coastal cities, professional football evolved in many ways in the past 130 years. One of the more drastic changes has been in the regalia worn by its players. Originally designed for protection and functionality, football uniforms are now decorative objects as well, being designed, marketed, and sold by the millions to fans across the world.
Upcoming Exhibitions
Visit the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum often to experience what’s new on view, hands-on programs for all ages, and opportunities to interact with and learn from visiting artists.
Gridiron Garments
Kimono: Garment, Canvas, and Artistic Muse
March 1 – June 1, 2025
Worn in Japan for over 1,000 years, the kimono has served as a canvas for remarkable creativity. This exhibition showcases woven, dyed, painted, printed, and embroidered designs by historic Japanese textile artists alongside contemporary sculpture, photography, woodblock prints, and ceramic and glass art from around the world.
Myth & Folly
February 8 – June 8, 2025
This exhibition explores mythical themes through several different animal avatars and mediums and examines how the use of myth and animals in art allows for the blending of imagination and tradition, offering insight into how these timeless stories inflect modern artistic movements.
