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Your Speed is more than a museum—it’s a place to connect, reflect, and be transformed. Through bold storytelling, immersive experiences, and a world-spanning collection, we spark curiosity, foster well-being, and bring people together.

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Step Inside the Museum

Experience life behind the canvas when you explore, experience, and connect with us.

What's Noteworthy

Speed Art Park

The Elizabeth P. and Frederick K. Cressman Art Park is a free outdoor space where creativity and nature unite to nurture well-being and enrich our community. 

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

Present Tension: Contemporary Art from the Speed Art Museum Collection

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

LaVon Van Williams Jr. – Everything Must Change

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

Vian Sora: Outerworlds

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

Manuel Álvarez Bravo – Photographs from the Collection of the Speed Art Museum

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

ALL STAFF: SPEED STAFF ART SHOW

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

From the Speed Collection: Into a Modern World

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

Kentucky Artists – Kentucky Visions, Gifts from the Anna and Allan Weiss Collection

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

Homecoming: A Walking Stick by Henry Gudgell

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December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am - December 5, 2025 @ 5:22 am

The Speed Collects: Native American Art

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EXPLORE.

Delve into the creative minds of your community as you explore their works of art.

EXPERIENCE.

At the Speed, the excitement never stops. We offer a diverse range of events, including concerts, exhibitions, gallery talks, and film festivals. Take a peek at our calendar to see what's in store!

CONNECT.

Join a diverse community of art curious to art enthusiasts at our collection of networking events and community outreach programs, designed to foster a deeper appreciation for the arts.

WHAT’S PLAYING

Curated Cinema

A gem among museums, our 142-seat Speed Cinema presents thought-provoking, vibrant films to our community – one of the few museum theaters of its kind. 

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December 5, 6, & 7

Peter Hujar’s Day

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December 7

Bosch: The Garden of Dreams (El Bosco. El jardín de los sueños)

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December 10

Videoheaven

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

Upcoming Events

From engaging exhibitions to captivating films and events, the Speed offers a vibrant calendar of experiences that inspire and connect.

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Creative Learning

Our programs invite visitors of all ages to engage with art in unexpected and meaningful ways. Whether through hands-on creativity, in-depth discussions, or unique experiences, there’s always something new to explore at your Speed.

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Help us Celebrate Art Forever

Your Speed is a catalyst for creativity, connection, and community well-being. Your support helps us bring bold exhibitions, dynamic programs, and accessible experiences to life, sparking curiosity and enriching lives across Kentucky and beyond. Join us in making art accessible for all—because together, we can transform the way people perceive the world and themselves.