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Learn MoreTake a deep dive into the visual arts with a variety of public programs, from casual gallery talks to guest lectures by renowned scholars and artists.
Take a deep dive into the visual arts with a variety of public programs, from casual gallery talks to guest lectures by renowned scholars and artists.
The Shared Art Block Party introduced incoming students to the museum. Photo by Megan Harding Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Natasha Dracobly (OC 2027) leads an informal discussion on Marc Chagall's In the Mountain. This event is part of our Object Talk ... Learn More
Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Weltzheimer/Johnson House is the first Usonian house in Ohio, and one of the few in the nation... Learn More
Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
In the last decade, the Allen has positioned itself as a leader in the representation of work by historical women artists. This ta... Learn More
Friday, April 11, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lucy Parker (OC 2026) leads an informal discussion on Louise Nevelson's Sky Gate IV. This event is part of our Object Talk series... Learn More
Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sereena Sperry (OC 2027) leads an informal discussion on Jusepe de Ribera's Blind Old Beggar. This event is part of our Object Ta... Learn More
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Allen has long served as a point of inquiry and growth for Oberlin College students. Join us for a series of presentations sho... Learn More
Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Looking for greater balance and relaxation in your life? Join us for Mindful Meditation sessions with art from the Allen’s c... Learn More
Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Cate Barry (OC 2026) leads an informal discussion on Michiel Coxcie's Portrait of Christina of Denmark. This event is part of our... Learn More
Monday, April 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Meg McManus (OC 2028) leads an informal discussion on Zao Wou-Ki's Landscape. This event is part of our Object Talk series, duri... Learn More
Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Kate Boney (OC 2026) leads an informal discussion on Pierre-Nolasque Bergeret's Honors Rendered to Raphael on His Deathbed. This... Learn More
Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Esme Tobias (OC 2028) leads an informal discussion on Portrait of Two Girls. This event is part of our Object Talk series, durin... Learn More
Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a multicultural celebration of spring, nature, and spiritual connections at this special open house co-hosted by the O... Learn More
Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Weltzheimer/Johnson House is the first Usonian house in Ohio, and one of the few in the nation... Learn More
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Over the past three decades, video has been a cornerstone of contemporary art, challenging museums to develop new methods for digi... Learn More
Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Weltzheimer/Johnson House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, will be available for a walk-up open house. Presentations on the hi... Learn More
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