The museum will be closed on November 26 and 27. Enjoy time with your family and friends!
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The museum will be closed on November 26 and 27. Enjoy time with your family and friends!
The Allen presents changing exhibitions along with engaging guest speakers and public programs.
Learn MoreThe Allen's collection is particularly strong in 17th century Dutch and Flemish painting, Japanese prints, early modern art, African art, and more.
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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 Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
FREE & OPEN TO ALL Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the Allen! Enjoy an afternoon of creativity, culture, and conn... Learn More
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: StudiOC, 38 E. College St., Oberlin Join Shannon Downey, aka Badass Cross Stitch, an artist, activist, craftivist, comm... Learn More
Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
How can you leverage your creative talents in service to the world you want to see from the micro to the macro? Join us for an All... Learn More
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