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Artist Christina Fernandez in Conversation with Professor Laura Muñoz

Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 5:30pm

Los Angeles–based artist Christina Fernandez, whose photograph “Lavanderia #1” [“Laundromat #1”] is on view in the exhibition “A Decade of Collecting Works on Paper, 2012– 2022,” will speak about her art and exploration of issues related to migration, labor, gender, her Mexican American identity, and the capacities of photography itself. Laura Muñoz is an assistant professor of history and ethnic studies at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

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Sheldon Connections with Bedross Der Matossian, professor of modern Middle East history

Friday, October 6, 2023 - 10:00am

A new series exclusively for museum members, Sheldon Connections presents works of art as catalysts for conversations on contemporary life and issues. RSVP to sheldonmembership@unl.edu or call 402.472.3258 to reserve your place.

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First Friday at Sheldon

Friday, October 6, 2023 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Start your weekend off with First Friday at Sheldon. Explore the fall exhibitions.

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CollectionTalk: Edward Hopper's New York

Thursday, October 19, 2023 - 5:30pm

Kim Conaty, Steven and Ann Ames Curator of Drawings and Prints at the Whitney Museum of American Art, will discuss Edward Hopper and her research for the recent Whitney exhibition "Edward Hopper’s New York," which she organized. Sheldon loaned the Hopper painting "Room in New York" to the Whitney for the exhibition and now celebrates the work’s return with "Sheldon Treasures: Edward Hopper and His Contemporaries."

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Closed All Day for Home Football Game

Saturday, October 21, 2023 - 10:00am to 4:00pm

Like many buildings on the University of Nebraska campus, Sheldon is closed the day of each home football game.

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Tailgate Party for Sheldon Members

Saturday, October 28, 2023 - 10:00am

Sheldon opens its doors for a member-only tailgate party before the Homecoming football game against Purdue on October 28. The event begins two hours before the game and ends at kickoff.

RSVP to Janelle Stevenson at jstevenson@unl.edu or 402-472-3258. Janelle also has information on Sheldon membership, or you may join online.

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First Friday at Sheldon

Friday, November 3, 2023 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Start your weekend off with First Friday at Sheldon. Explore the fall exhibitions.

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Sheldon Connections with David Karle, associate professor of architecture

Friday, November 10, 2023 - 10:00am

A new series exclusively for museum members, Sheldon Connections presents works of art as catalysts for conversations on contemporary life and issues. RSVP to sheldonmembership@unl.edu or call 402.472.3258 to reserve your place.

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Tailgate Party for Sheldon Members

Saturday, November 11, 2023 - 10:00am

Sheldon opens its doors for a member-only tailgate party before the football game against Maryland on November 11. The event begins two hours before the game and ends at kickoff.

RSVP to Janelle Stevenson at jstevenson@unl.edu or 402-472-3258. Janelle also has information on Sheldon membership, or you may join online.

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Closed All Day for Home Football Game

Friday, November 24, 2023 - 10:00am to 4:00pm

Like many buildings on the University of Nebraska campus, Sheldon is closed the day of each home football game.

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First Friday at Sheldon

Friday, December 1, 2023 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Start your weekend off with First Friday at Sheldon. Explore the fall exhibitions.

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Study at Sheldon

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Sheldon’s Great Hall will be transformed into a Great Study Hall for an afternoon. When you’re ready to take a break from your books, explore the galleries for inspiration and fuel up with free snacks.

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