September 7, 2024 – February 23, 2025
In 2001, Midwest artist Nancy Hild (1948–2017) exhibited three larger-than-life canvases at the Chicago Cultural Center. Their installation was unusual. Rather than the typical museum or gallery wall, the three paintings instead hung in a structure-within-a-structure, a small-scale mausoleum and temple custom built for them. The Bird Room Redux redisplays the three original paintings, now in the Woodson’s collection, and reproduces their historic display.
Current Exhibitions
Diverse exhibitions change more often than the seasons as do themes of programs and events developed to enhance visitors’ experiences.
In addition to the flagship exhibition, Birds in Art, and new exhibitions drawn from its collection, the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum brings diverse artwork from all over the world in temporary exhibitions, enlivened by visiting artists during artist residencies and programs for all ages.
Also, drop in to experience the sculpture garden, and Art Park – the Museum’s interactive family gallery in the lower level.
Visit often to experience what’s new to see and do.
Now on View from the Museum’s Collection
The Bird Room Redux
BEYOND MEASURE: the art of scale
June 15, 2024 – January 26, 2025
