Know Mingei? If not, don’t worry—it's a fascinating part of Japanese art and culture that many people aren’t familiar with. Mingei (民芸) means “folk art” in Japanese. It was a movement that started in the 1920s when a philosopher named Yanagi Sōetsu noticed that everyday handcrafted objects—like pottery, textiles, baskets, and woodwork—had a unique beauty […]
Clip, craft, and connect! The ASU Art Museum invites everyone to kick off the new semester at the Ceramics Research Center with a hands-on collage event. Whether you are back on campus or just looking for some community art fun, all are welcome to create your own masterpiece while exploring the ceramics collection! Location: Ceramics […]
This fall, the ASU Art Museum will open two timely exhibitions that explore how we navigate the world. “Tierras Reimaginadas: Migration” reimagines migration as a natural, spiritual and emotional experience shared across species and generations. Drawing from the museum’s collection, the exhibition invites reflection on the movement of people, plants, animals and ideas as a […]
Join the ASU Art Museum and Chris Hoshnic at a poetry workshop this fall! 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 […]
Join the ASU Art Museum and Chris Hoshnic at a poetry workshop this fall! 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 […]
Join us for a conversation with internationally renowned artist Derek Fordjour as part of the ASU Art Museum’s second annual Visionary Artist Lecture Series. About the Artist Derek Fordjour was born in Memphis, Tennessee to Ghanaian parents. He is the recipient of the 2025 Gordon Parks Foundation Artist Fellowship, the 2023 St. Jude Children’s Research […]
Discover the art and intention behind Indigenous beadwork in a hands-on workshop led by Maxica Colectivo at the Ceramics Research Center. Participants will explore traditional geometries, color placement and foundational stitching techniques while reflecting on the cultural and spiritual meaning woven into each design. Whether you're new to beading or have experience, you'll leave with […]
ASU Art Museum centers artists and art in the service of community well-being and social good. This fall, the museum will launch two new projects that deepen its connection to place and community. The museum partnered with Cayla Gray to create a custom scent inspired by the desert’s natural elements, inviting visitors to experience the […]
Please join the Health and Arts Collaborative — a partnership between the College of Health Solutions and the ASU Art Museum—along with the ASU School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering for a moderated panel discussion on substance use and harm reduction. Panelists will share their expertise from research, clinical practice and community-based perspectives. Following […]
Join the ASU Art Museum and Chris Hoshnic at a poetry workshop this fall! 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 […]
Come experiment with handbuilding at the Ceramics Research Center. Local artist Kate Arford demonstrates clay-building techniques while you create your own piece and explore the museum’s ceramics collection. Studio Social is a monthly evening of hands-on craft led by local artists—each session features a new material, a fresh vibe, and zero pressure. Whether you’re a […]
Join artist-educator Anh-Thuy Nguyen at the ASU Art Museum’s Ceramics Research Center for an interactive artist talk and community workshop exploring rice as culture, memory and resilience. Participants will sculpt grains of rice from clay while Anh-Thuy leads conversations on rice farming, forced migration and family stories. No experience necessary and all materials are provided. […]
