Museums & Galleries in Utah

Navajo Children: Weaving the Future Hand made rugs and blankets have always been an important part of Native American culture and economy. Weaving techniques and patterns have traditionally been passed down from mothers and grandmothers to daughters. Modern lifestyles have threatened this art form. Tourism and economic development from Adopt an Elder Program has given this art form renewed interest. Adopt an Elder Program sponsors rug sales directly from the weavers, who get one hundred percent of the profits. Young and talented Navajo children living in the Navajo Nation did all the rugs and blankets in this exhibit. The collection is on loan from Adopt an Elder Program.

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Insights Tour: For the Future Registration Required Want to experience works of art through the unique lens of the people who see them every day? Insights Tours at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts provide you with the perspectives of those who know these works of art in unique ways! These lunch-hour tours are a perfect midday break, and you can even stop by the Museum Café for a bite to eat! Explore the special exhibition For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001-2026 through the eyes of Museum staff members. This 45-minute tour will provide insights into the works of art on view, their unique histories, and the ways the Museum stewards them. This free tour will be led by Stacey Kelly, director of collections and conservator at the UMFA! Related Exhibition For the Future For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001–2026 celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Marcia and John Price Museum Building by showcasing some of the Utah Museum of Fine Art’s most notable art acquisitions of the past 25 years. Learn More Stacey M. Kelly is Director of Collections and Conservator at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA), where she oversees the long-term care and preservation of nearly 23,000 objects, with special attention to the over 10,000 works on paper. She also oversees the Museum’s Registration and Preparations teams, leads exhibition installations, and contributes to long-term collections strategy and planning. Kelly holds an M.A. with Distinction in Conservation of Fine Art, specializing in works of art on paper, from Northumbria University in the UK. She is a Professional Member of the American Institute for Conservation and a member of the Western Association of Art Conservators. Before joining the UMFA, Kelly worked at the J. Willard Marriott Library at the University of Utah, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, and cultural institutions in Scotland and England. She has conserved works by artists including Mary Cassatt, John James Audubon, William Henry Jackson, and Charles Russell, as well as illuminated manuscripts and significant historical documents. How does an artwork make its way from storage to the gallery? I’ll share stories from installing this exhibition and some of the surprising challenges that come with getting art ready for display. I’ll talk about what happens when an object is too heavy, too fragile, too awkward, or simply refuses to cooperate, and how we think about its condition and long-term preservation along the way. Explore more Insights Tours on the For the Future event calendar! Browse all For the Future events Header Image: Installation view of For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001-2026, at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 2026.

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Event Location/Address: Wheeler Historic Farm, 6351 S 900 E, Murray, UT 84121 Ages: 18+ Neighborhood: County Wide,Murray Department Email: wheelerfarm@saltlakecounty.gov Contact phone: (385) 468-1755 Event Type: Planetarium Events Register Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/clark-planetarium-11125543442 Sensory Friendly Program: Yes ASL: No Spanish Interpretation: No Other Languages Avaliable: No Wheelchair Access: Yes Wheelchairs Available: No Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/clark-planetarium-11125543442 Ready to explore the stars but not sure where to start? Join Salt Lake County Parks & Recreation and Clark Planetarium at Wheeler Farm for a hands-on introduction to the night sky. Participants will learn about telescope components and types, practice navigating the stars, and test a variety of equipment under professional guidance. Attendees are also welcome to bring their own telescopes for assistance with setup and operation. Location: Wheeler Farm North Parking Lot Ages: 18+ Registration: Required for participation. November 20, 2026Important Program Notes: Weather & Enrollment: This program is weather-dependent and subject to rescheduling if viewing conditions are poor or if registration minimums are not met. Check-in: Please be prepared to show proof of registration upon arrival.Space is limited—register today!

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Event Location/Address: 6351 South 900 East Murray, Utah 84121 Neighborhood: Murray Event Type: Activities Sensory Friendly Program: No ASL: No Spanish Interpretation: No Other Languages Avaliable: No Wheelchair Access: No Wheelchairs Available: No Link: clarkplanetarium.eventbrite.com Celebrate our Sun and enjoy some fresh air at Wheeler Farm! Join the Clark Planetarium team to safely view the sun and sunspots through solar telescopes and participate in fun science activities.

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Third Saturday for families: Printmaking Art making in the UMFA Classroom and the UMOCA Art Truck! Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Look no further than the Utah Museum of Fine Arts! Admission to the Museum is free every third Saturday of the month, and there is always an art-making activity for the whole family. This Third Saturday join arts educators create your own colorful prints! Printmaking is a centuries-old art form and a favorite art-making activity at the UMFA. Printmaking takes many forms like woodcut, intaglio, etching, engraving, screen printing, lithography and more! Get inspired by the new exhibition For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001-2026 and create your own set of prints! This Third Saturday is made all the more special by a visit from the Utah Museum of Contemporary Arts‘ Art Truck! Explore the history of paper money with artist Laura Sharp Wilson, and think about your own creative currency! You may Also Like Evening for Educators: Phenomena in Focus Free evening for teachers, science coaches, and librarians, to explore scientific phenomena and Utah’s K-12 SEEd core standards at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. Learn More

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Get ready to Dash Into Christmas! Join us for a festive evening run through the heart of Payson as the Christmas lights come on and we kick off the holiday season with friends, family, and a little Christmas cheer. Nothing compares to a cold November evening made a little warmer with FREE hot cocoa and a delicious doughnut from Payson Market! The first 100 participants will receive a Santa hat, so be sure to arrive early! Race Route: Starting on the west side of the Peteetneet Museum by the fountains, runners will head west on Utah Avenue, turn south on Main Street toward Memorial Park, then east on 300 South. The route continues north at the pickleball courts on 200 East, then turns east on Utah Avenue and finishes back at the Peteetneet Museum. https://paysonutah.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=682

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Date: November 30, 2026 Time: 6 pm – 8 pm Come get into the holiday spirit with the City of St. George and 94.9 Cat Country.  Kickoff to Christmas is held every year on the Monday after Thanksgiving. Santa Claus will pay a visit to take pictures. The St. George Children's museum is open to the public with extended hours providing activities and crafts for the whole family. Live entertainment is provided by local talent and school choirs. Hot Chocolate and Cookies are provided by Hedgehog Electric while supplies last. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Creative Aging: For the Future Free Storytime for Families Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries! Gather in the Museum lobby and follow arts educators into the galleries to explore unique works of art, read a story, and create a simple, kid-friendly art project inspired by the art on view and the story! There will be new stories and activities every month, so we hope you’ll join us for a new “once upon a time” every first Wednesday. Header Image: H. Jerome Epstein, Young boy reading a comic book, undated, gelatin silver print, Purchased with funds from Dr. James E. and Debra Pearl for the Dr. James E. and Debra Pearl photograph collection, UMFA1999.49.21. You may also Like Third Saturday for Families: Ornate Frames The Museum’s European and American collection hang in frames almost as splendid as the paintings. Glittering flourishes, golden fruits, intricate flowers adorn portraits and landscapes alike. Explore the galleries to gather ideas for constructing flashy frames for your art at home! Learn More

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Insights Tour: For the Future Registration Required Want to experience works of art through the unique lens of the people who see them every day? Insights Tours at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts provide you with the perspectives of those who know these works of art in unique ways! These lunch-hour tours are a perfect midday break, and you can even stop by the Museum Café for a bite to eat! Explore the special exhibition For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001-2026 through the eyes of Museum staff members. This 45-minute tour will provide insights into the works of art on view, their unique histories, and the ways the Museum stewards them. Chiura Obata 小圃 千浦, Japanese American, 1885–1975, Outside Topaz, 1943, Watercolor on paper, Purchased with funds from the John and Helen Jarman Family Fund, UMFA2024.9.1 Related Exhibition For the Future For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001–2026 celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Marcia and John Price Museum Building by showcasing some of the Utah Museum of Fine Art’s most notable art acquisitions of the past 25 years. Learn More This free tour will be led by Gretchen Dietrich, the Executive Director of the Utah Museum of Fine Arts! Gretchen Dietrich is the Marcia & John Price Executive Director of the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, serving in the position since 2009. Dietrich began her career more than 35 years ago as a museum educator and has held positions at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. From 2015–2018. Dietrich served on the board of the Association of Art Museum Directors (AAMD) and oversaw the AAMD’s Education & Community Issues Committee. Since 2019 she has served on the Board of Directors of the Art Bridges Foundation, an organization dedicated to expanding access to American art across the country. “I will focus on the bigger story of the exhibition—a focus on extraordinary art collected by the UMFA for the public good in the last 25 years. How does an art museum build and shape its collection over time? How do we think about the resonance of an artwork not just today – but in the future? I will share some insider stories about how these remarkable objects came to the UMFA, as well as insights for the future.” Explore more Insights Tours on the For the Future event calendar! Browse all For the Future events

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Come and see the Peteetneet Museum decorated in all its Christmas glory! Vendors are tucked away in every room, filling the building with beautiful lights, festive textures, and the delicious scents of Christmas. Enjoy the annual miniature train show and other wonderful entertainment in the auditorium. And before you leave, be sure to pick up a delicious Christmas treat! Come experience the magic of Christmas at Peteetneet! https://paysonutah.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=683

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Come and see the Peteetneet Museum decorated in all its Christmas glory! Vendors are tucked away in every room, filling the building with beautiful lights, festive textures, and the delicious scents of Christmas. Enjoy the annual miniature train show and other wonderful entertainment in the auditorium. And before you leave, be sure to pick up a delicious Christmas treat! Come experience the magic of Christmas at Peteetneet!

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Event Location/Address: 6351 South 900 East Murray, Utah 84121 Neighborhood: Murray Event Type: Activities Sensory Friendly Program: No ASL: No Spanish Interpretation: No Other Languages Avaliable: No Wheelchair Access: No Wheelchairs Available: No Link: clarkplanetarium.eventbrite.com Celebrate our Sun and enjoy some fresh air at Wheeler Farm! Join the Clark Planetarium team to safely view the sun and sunspots through solar telescopes and participate in fun science activities.

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Aziza Abdieva currently lives in Cedar City, and her work is deeply inspired by the natural landscapes of Utah. Her art was recognized last year with awards at the Utah Statewide Annual Exhibition at the Southern Utah Museum of Art. “Fear Alchemy” presents a new, site-specific body of work exploring that connection to place. This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com , Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance .

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Event Location/Address: 6351 South 900 East Murray, Utah 84121 Neighborhood: Murray Event Type: Activities Register Link: clarkplanetarium.eventbrite.com Sensory Friendly Program: No ASL: No Spanish Interpretation: No Other Languages Avaliable: No Wheelchair Access: No Wheelchairs Available: No Join Clark Planetarium and Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation at Wheeler Historic Farm for a stargazing party and fun activities!

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Third Saturday for families: Corn Kaleidoscopes Experience salt 18: Amor Muñoz and create your own kaleidoscope! Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Look no further than the Utah Museum of Fine Arts! Admission to the Museum is free every third Saturday of the month, and there is always an art-making activity for the whole family. This Third Saturday join arts educators create your kaleidoscope inspired by the work of Amor Muñoz! Amor Muñoz is a Mexico City-based artist who works at the intersections of technology, craft, labor, and biology. Her salt exhibition features an immersive installation called KaleidescopElote, an interactive sculpture and Augmented Reality (AR) sound experience that comes to life with visitors’ movement in the gallery. By bringing contemporary technologies into contact with much older systems of knowledge, salt 18 reveals the long exchange between people, the natural world, and the vast patterns of the cosmos. salt 18 Curatorial Sponsor: Erica and Ben Dahl Detail of KaleidescopElote (2026). Rendering by Luis Bolaños. Image courtesy of Amor Muñoz Studio. You may Also Like salt 18: Amor Muñoz Amor Muñoz is a Mexico City-based artist who works at the intersections of technology, craft, labor, and biology. Through an expansive research-driven practice, she traces how technology is deeply embedded in our material and cultural lives. Learn More

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Make your voices heard through art! Self-expression is an important right in the US. What do you want to share with the public? Join us to make postcards, buttons, and stickers to share your message.\N\NAmerica has a history of putting our ideas on buttons and badges – from campaign buttons to catchphrases, this tradition is over 250 years old! Get inspiration from some historical and vintage badges in the "Voices & Votes" exhibition to create your own statement button declaring something important to you. \N\NVoting is an important duty of all American citizens 18 years and over. But you don’t need to be of voting age to encourage your friends and family to vote! Join a long tradition of encouraging voters by making your own “Get Out and Vote” postcard. We will look at historical postcards and then create our own. You will have the chance to write your encouragement on the back and mail to friends, family, or even your elected official. \N\NPresented in partnership with the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, this event accompanies "Voices & Votes: Democracy in America," a Smithsonian exhibition that explores the action, reaction, vision, and revision that democracy demands as Americans continue to question how to shape our country. \N\N"Voices & Votes: Democracy in America" is made possible in Utah by Utah Humanities and local venues around the state. Voices & Votes is part of Museum on Main Street, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and State Humanities Councils nationwide. It is based on an exhibition by the National Museum of American History. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the United States Congress.\N\NVisit the exhibition in Ogden from October 24 to December 30, 2026 and learn how Utah connects to this national story through local companion exhibits and public programming.\N\NMuseums at Union Station hours: Wed-Sat 11am-4pm. Exhibition is free with general museum admission. School and group tours on request. Confirm hours and exhibition related programming at https://www.ogdencity.gov/1329/Museums

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Family-friendly New Year's Eve countdown at noon with balloon drop, party hats, and sparkling cider. For kids who won't stay up until midnight. Included with regular admission.

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Family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration at Clark Planetarium. Countdown at noon, science activities, and exhibits. 110 S 400 W, Salt Lake City.

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Creative Aging: For the Future Free Storytime for Families Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries! Gather in the Museum lobby and follow arts educators into the galleries to explore unique works of art, read a story, and create a simple, kid-friendly art project inspired by the art on view and the story! There will be new stories and activities every month, so we hope you’ll join us for a new “once upon a time” every first Wednesday. Header Image: H. Jerome Epstein, Young boy reading a comic book, undated, gelatin silver print, Purchased with funds from Dr. James E. and Debra Pearl for the Dr. James E. and Debra Pearl photograph collection, UMFA1999.49.21. You may also Like Third Saturday for Families: Ornate Frames The Museum’s European and American collection hang in frames almost as splendid as the paintings. Glittering flourishes, golden fruits, intricate flowers adorn portraits and landscapes alike. Explore the galleries to gather ideas for constructing flashy frames for your art at home! Learn More

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