Petals & Paintings
Petals & Paintings is an annual two-day
exhibition and museum fundraiser that
features innovative floral displays created
by award-winning floral designers from
across the Midwest. The floral arrange-
ments are in response to works in KAM's
permanent collection. The exhibition is
curated by Rick Orr, a member of the
American Institute of Floral Designers.
This photograph by New York-based
artist William Wegman will be raffled at the
benefit reception for Petals & Paintings.
Raffle tickets can be purchased individually
for $25 or five for $100. Tickets are available
for purchase in the museum's offices on the second floor. The winning ticket will be
drawn at the benefit reception (April 20). Need not be present to win.
April 20, 6:30–9 pm
Museum Benefit Reception
Celebrate the opening night benefit reception, featuring art, flowers, and music, with hors d'oeuvres by Michaels' Catering. Call 217.244.0516 for ticket information.
Sponsored by the Krannert Art Museum Council
April 21, 9 am–5 pm
Exhibition open to the public
Docent-led tours 10 am–4 pm
April 22, 12–5 pm
Exhibition open to the public
Image credit: William Wegman, Tall Hat, 2005, Pigment print, edition 12/15, 55-1/4 x 41-1/4 inches, Courtesy of the artist © William Wegman
Members' Night
March 28, 5:30 pm
Enjoy an exclusive evening at Krannert Art Museum and get a sneak peek on what's coming: building renovations, gallery reinstallations, upcoming exhibitions, and education initiatives. Presentations will be followed by a wine and cheese reception.Please RSVP to Chris Schaede (217 244 0516 or kam@illinois.edu) by Friday, March 23.
Pecha-Kucha Night Champaign-Urbana No. 9
April 7, 8:20 pm
20 Slides, 20 Seconds Each with emcee Michael Morgan
Possible Mature Content, Ages 18+
KAM East Gallery
SPEAK Café
SPEAK (Song, Poetry, Expression, Art, and Knowledge) Café is an open-mic public space for hip-hop, activism, and Black Power expression. Organized and moderated by Aaron Ammons
Palette Café
Co-sponsored by African American Studies, Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center, and 40 North/88 West, and Krannert Art Museum
February 2, 7–9 pm
Black is Back!
March 1, 7–9 pm
S(heroes) of S.P.E.A.K.
April 5,
7–9 pm
The Revolution Will Be Live!
Tango at KAM
Enjoy tango dancing with live music by Tangotta (Armand Beaudoin, bass/cello; Dorothy Martirano, violin; Chris Reyman, keyboard and accordion; and George Turner, guitar). Organized by Melih Sener and Chantelle Hougland
KAM Gelvin Noel Gallery
February 4, 12–5 pm
March 3, 12–5 pm
April 12, 6–9pm
Yoga Classes
A Friday lunchtime series of free yoga classes introduces participants to the fundamentals of hatha yoga: seated and standing asanas (poses), breath awareness, and relaxation techniques. Participants should bring their own yoga mats and wear comfortable clothing. Classes are limited to 20 participants and are first-come, first-serve.
KAM Collections Resource Laboratory
Fridays, January 27 through May 4, 12–1 pm; no session March 23
Krannert Art Museum hosts a variety of programs for college students and the general public, such as lectures, gallery conversations, concerts, films, and open critiques. To find out about upcoming events, sign up for Krannert Art Museum's weekly e-Newsletter or see the calendar.