Celebrating our Magical Members:
An Evening of Magic with Caleb Wiles
Friday, May 9th | $25 Ticketed Cocktail Hour: 5:30-6:30 PM | Free Ticketed Magic Show: 7-8:00 PM
The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette
Step into an unforgettable evening of wonder and illusion with master illusionist Caleb Wiles, returning after his spellbinding performance at our Surrealist Ball. This exclusive members-only event promises jaw-dropping magic and heartwarming purpose, as Caleb performs in support of his nonprofit, Magic for a Cause. Tickets are limited—secure yours now!
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Current Exhibits
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"Bicentennial: Regionally Related Works from our Permanent Collection"
February 1, 2025 - June 13, 2025
Weil Gallery
Bicentennial is an exhibition celebrating the vibrant artistic voices of our region. This curated collection features works by local artists alongside pieces that reflect our community's cultural, historical, and natural essence. From evocative landscapes to thought-provoking contemporary creations, the exhibit showcases the talent and diversity that make our region unique.
Join us in exploring the intersection of place, identity, and artistic expression, as we honor the creativity rooted in our local soil and the stories that resonate far beyond.
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Bonnie Stahlecker: "Living on the Outer Edge of Hope"
May 3, 2025 - September 14, 2025
McDonald Gallery
“For nearly a decade, I’ve used the boat as a metaphor - navigating turbulent times and moving toward an unknown future. Hope, to me, is not passive but an act of resistance. These works reflect shifting emotional states: from calm perseverance to near panic. Confluence symbolizes unity and optimism, while Spiraling speaks to disorientation and despair. Together, they chart a journey through struggle, resilience, and the enduring possibility of hope.”
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SAQA: "A Drop of Emerald Poison"
May 3, 2025 - September 14, 2025
East Gallery
“Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc. (SAQA) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote the art quilt: "a creative visual work that is layered and stitched or that references this form of stitched layered structure."
In 1777, the color, Scheel’s Green, was discovered, and later in 1814, the much improved Paris Green was developed. Both pigments were created by chemists and produced a remarkable shade of emerald green by combining chemicals that produced arsenic poison. This vibrant green was extremely popular among the privileged because it symbolized royalty and wealth. Despite the deadly drawbacks, fashions, wallpaper, soaps, paints, and toys were produced in abundance. Factory workers who produced these commodities, as well as consumers, suffered severe side effects, including death. By the end of the 19th century, the deadly greens were replaced with less toxic pigments and dyes.
The art quilts produced for “A Drop of Emerald Poison” will have just a touch of today’s safe emerald green as a reminder of the tragic history of the color green.
This exhibit is a collaboration between 3 regional groups of SAQA - Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.
Featured Class:
Stained Glass Workshops
In this workshop, students will learn all of the skills and techniques needed to build a unique piece of stained glass art. Create a suncatcher, a small panel, or an ornament to display in your home or to give as a gift! This does not include soldering the piece.
Support the Museum
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Become a Member
The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette depends on your membership, corporate sponsorships, and gifts to fulfill our mission.
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Donate
The Art Museum is a private, non-profit organization that receives no ongoing federal, state, or government funding. Our museum has grown and flourished because of the generous support of citizens like you.
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Volunteer
If you are interested in building your volunteering resume or just want to become involved with the museum, we will gladly accept your help! All volunteers will receive volunteer verification papers from the museum for proof of their volunteer hours.
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Join the Art League
The Art League provides members with the opportunity for individual, creative, and artistic experiences and fosters art and artists in the community.
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