For 60 years, Sheldon Museum of Art has provided a venue for students, faculty and staff, alumni, and visitors to engage with art and one another. As an academic art museum, Sheldon schedules its exhibitions to coincide with the academic calendar.
December 16, 2025 through June 21, 2026
Sheldon Museum of Art celebrates the acquisition of Jessica Stockholder’s monumental work "2000" by displaying it in the Great Hall.
January 24, 2026 through July 5, 2026
How does an artist’s work reflect the American experience? As the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the country’s founding, Sheldon Museum of Art explores this question by showcasing how identity is presented and interrogated in visual art.
January 24, 2026 through July 5, 2026
Featuring works from the museum’s collection, this exhibition surveys the creative output of artists who left the United States in search of inspiration and artistic advancement.
August 15, 2026 through December 31, 2026
This exhibition explores the creative exchange between Grace Hartigan and the bold New York poets who inspired her, sharing a fresh perspective on a pioneering American artist.
Discover Sheldon’s collection—outside.
Explore outdoor sculptures from Sheldon’s collection displayed year round across the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s City and East Campuses.
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