Featured Exhibition

Person of Interest

February 1, 2020 through July 3, 2021

Exploring nuances in portraiture from the late nineteenth century to today—and testing the very definition of the genre—Person of Interest presents depictions of the literal and abstracted body from Sheldon’s rich holdings and selected loans.
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Highlights

Outdoor Sculpture

More than thirty sculptures from Sheldon’s permanent collection are displayed year-round across the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s City and East Campuses. Use this map to create your own self-guided tour. More info

The Virtual Museum

Whether you're visiting from home or distancing within the museum, these digital learning guides and virtual galleries are designed to enhance your experience with Sheldon's exhibitions, collection, and history.
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Sheldon Treasures

January 22, 2021 through July 3, 2021

From January to July 2021, the works featured in Sheldon Treasures will be placed in pairs to encourage new ways of looking at familiar objects, facilitating fresh and unexpected conversations between the works — and among the museum's visitors. More info