Language of the Four Directions “Language of the Four Directions” is a multi-site ekphrasis poetry workshop series rooted in Diné philosophy, exploring how place, community and direction influence creative expression. Through this series, we will activate the same artwork across five different locations, engaging with it through writing, storytelling and shared reflection to understand how […]
Art in Focus is dedicated to intimate, project-based presentations by invited artists or drawn from the museum’s collection that encourage sustained engagement and deep attention. “Tonia Calderon: Endless” extends this commitment by positioning the gallery as a site of learning, reflection and experimentation. For this project, Los Angeles–based artist Tonia Calderon brings elements of her […]
Get ready to dance through music history! Enjoy all the music that has been influenced by black culture, presented by the ASUArt Museum and A Taste of Melanin. Black culture has shaped the music we listen to today. From gospel and blues set the stage for rock ‘n’ roll, while jazz has this crazy ability […]
Connect with the essence of Cacao in this special event led by watercolor artist Julián Miranda. Using only natural ground cacao, cinnamon, clove, and rose, participants will make their very own pigments that will be used to create an aroma painting. This gathering is an alliance between art and plant medicines, bringing a heart-opening experience […]
ASU Art Museum is launching Gallery Activators, a new Spring 2026 youth cohort designed to support Black youth in imagining futures in museum leadership and creative work. Through collaborative sessions rooted in nature, reflection, and experimentation, participants will help design engagement experiences for ASUAM’s upcoming exhibition So Much More Than That… We invite you to […]
