Union at Speed Cinema
Union Directed by Stephen Maing and Brett Story Wednesday, October 23, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and union members Through intimate cinema vérité, Union chronicles the … Continued
Union Directed by Stephen Maing and Brett Story Wednesday, October 23, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and union members Through intimate cinema vérité, Union chronicles the … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
OCTOBER 25, 2024 – FEBRUARY 9, 2025 Location: Chellgren Gallery, Second Floor, North Building Curator: Tyler Blackwell and Robert Wiesenberger The Speed Art Museum, in collaboration with the Clark Art … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Ganja & Hess Directed by Bill Gunn Friday, October 25, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Flirting with the conventions of blaxploitation and horror, Bill Gunn’s revolutionary … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Ganja & Hess Directed by Bill Gunn Saturday, October 26, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Flirting with the conventions of blaxploitation and horror, Bill Gunn’s revolutionary … Continued
Nosferatu the Vampyre (Nosferatu—Phantom der Nacht) Directed by Werner Herzog Saturday, October 26, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It is about the mood and style of vampirism, … Continued
Spirits Unveiled: A Black American Art History Tour In celebration of Hoodoo Heritage Month, join curatorial assistant Sirene Martin for a tour discussing several works that highlight traditional Black American … Continued
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at the Speed with La Casita Center and the University of Louisville's Cultural Center for a day celebrating and uplifting the many traditions of Dia … Continued
Sunday Showcase The Other America: An Anne Braden Story Created by the Squallis Puppeteers Sunday, October 27, 12:30 pm, CINEMA+ Free Inspired by Anne Braden’s 1958 memoir, “The Wall Between,” … Continued
Nosferatu the Vampyre (Nosferatu—Phantom der Nacht) Directed by Werner Herzog Sunday, October 27, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It is about the mood and style of vampirism, … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Essential Cinema Possession Directed by Andrzej Żuławski Thursday, October 31, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One of the most grueling, powerful, and overwhelmingly intense cinematic experiences … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
New 4K Digital Restoration Let’s Get Lost Directed by Bruce Weber Friday, November 1, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The finest jazz movie ever made.”—David Parkinson, Empire … Continued
10:30 am to 12:30 pm Topic to be announced. REGISTER
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
THE BACCHANAL Saturday, November 2 | 8 PM – 12 AM An immersive evening of art and creativity at the Speed Art Museum Theme: monoCHROME, guests are encouraged to dress in cocktail … Continued
Sunday Showcase Kusama: Infinity Directed by Heather Lenz Sunday, November 3, 12:30 pm Free “If you love art, this is a must-see”—Mark Glassman, POV Magazine In 1958, a fledgling, yet fierce, … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
New 4K Digital Restoration Let’s Get Lost Directed by Bruce Weber Sunday, November 3, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The finest jazz movie ever made.”—David Parkinson, Empire … Continued
Baby Playdate 10 AM – 12 PM Each month we baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
1st Thursdays are slower and art-focused nights once a month that include access to galleries until 8 pm. Programming on these nights might include gallery talks, lectures, clothed figure drawing, … Continued
Artist Talk: Layli Long Soldier November 7, 5:30-6:30 PM, FREE (please register for your free ticket) REGISTER Join Layli Long Soldier as she speaks about her process of creating poetry … Continued
First Thursdays 2024 Sundance Indigenous Film Tour Various directors Thursday, November 7, 7 pm Free The 2024 Sundance Institute Indigenous Film Tour is a 83-minute theatrical program featuring eight short … Continued
Join us for a Creative Writing Workshop with Layli Long Soldier in collaboration with UofL Creative Writing Program. This workshop is free and will take place in the Gheens Court. … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Friday, November 8, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers Directed by David Bickerstaff Saturday, November 9, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members “Daring and dazzling.”—The Times 200 years after its opening … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Saturday, November 9, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Saturday, November 9, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
12 PM – 1 PM Tai Chi Join us for Wellness Through Tai Chi. Tai Chi Chuan uses slow, gentle movements to encourage relaxation, improve balance, and strengthen muscles and … Continued
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour Join staff member and docent Aris Spagnuolo on an exploration of queer and trans artists’ … Continued
Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers Directed by David Bickerstaff Sunday, November 10, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members “Daring and dazzling.”—The Times 200 years after its opening … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Sunday Showcase: Lindsey Wilson College Singers The Lindsey Wilson College Singers are organized on professional standards to represent the College as a performing arts ensemble. The mixed-choir performs repertoire from … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Sunday, November 10, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Toddler Takeover 10 AM to 12 PM Explore the whole museum at the independent pace of your young children. Child-friendly stations are placed throughout the museum with additional activities like … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Wednesday, November 13, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Wednesday, November 13, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Thursday, November 14, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Thursday, November 14, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
TICKETS November After Hours | November 15 | Theme: TBA Important Infinity Room information: Your After Hours ticket includes access to Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrored Room- LETS SURVIVE FOREVER. If … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Friday, November 15, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Saturday, November 16, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Saturday, November 16, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
Sunday Showcase Maqluba Directed by Mike Elsherif Sunday, November 17, 12:30 pm CINEMA+ Free This locally shot short film is centered on the relationship between a Palestinian-American grandmother and her … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Sunday, November 17, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Wednesday, November 20, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Wednesday, November 20, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Thursday, November 21, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat Directed by Johan Grimonprez Friday, November 22, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A stunning screed against colonial racism and state-sanctioned violence … Continued
Join us for Speed Reading Book Club, a book discussion inspired by both special exhibitions and artworks in the Speed's permanent collection! You can find copies of all the Book Club … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat Directed by Johan Grimonprez Saturday, November 23, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A stunning screed against colonial racism and state-sanctioned violence … Continued
Agent of Happiness Directed by Arun Bhattarai and Dorottya Zurbó Saturday, November 23, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed Cinema “A quiet, gently absorbing documentary.”—The Guardian How is … Continued
Agent of Happiness Directed by Arun Bhattarai and Dorottya Zurbó Sunday, November 24, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed Cinema “A quiet, gently absorbing documentary.”—The Guardian How is … Continued
Sunday Showcase The People Could Fly Directed by Imani Dennison Sunday, November 24, 12:30 pm CINEMA+ Free, (first come, first served) The People Could Fly is a poetic documentary about the … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
This is a film about The Black Keys Directed by Jeff Dupre Wednesday, November 27 CINEMA+ 6 pm, cash bar in the Speed Cinema lobby 7 pm, screening in the … Continued
The Speed will be closed to the public today for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen with standard hours on Friday, November 29. PLAN YOUR VISIT
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Friday, November 29, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Saturday, November 30, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Saturday, November 30, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour Join staff member and docent Aris Spagnuolo on an exploration of queer and trans artists’ … Continued
Sunday Showcase World AIDS Day Visual AIDS: Red Reminds Me . . . Various Artists Sunday, December 1, 12:30 pm Free For Day With(out) Art 2024, Visual AIDS is working with … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Sunday, December 1, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Baby Playdate 10 AM – 12 PM Each month we baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Wednesday, December 4, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Thursday, December 5, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
1st Thursdays are slower and art-focused nights once a month that include access to galleries until 8 pm. Programming on these nights might include gallery talks, lectures, clothed figure drawing, … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Thursday, December 5, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Friday, December 6, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Friday, December 6, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
10:30 am to 12:30 pm Topic to be announced. REGISTER
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Saturday, December 7, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Saturday, December 7, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
12 PM – 1 PM Pilates with Susan NO REGISTRATION NEEDED Walk-ins welcome! Classical Pilates instructor Susan Viers will lead a Pilates mat session that is suitable for beginners and … Continued
Sunday Showcase Kusama: Infinity Directed by Heather Lenz Sunday, December 8, 12:30 pm Free “If you love art, this is a must-see”—Mark Glassman, POV Magazine In 1958, a fledgling, yet fierce, … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Sunday Showcase: Louisville Folk School Join us for a Sunday Showcase with the Louisville Folk School for a compilation of performances including drumming, string band, and staff performances.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Sunday, December 8, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Toddler Takeover 10 AM to 12 PM Explore the whole museum at the independent pace of your young children. Child-friendly stations are placed throughout the museum with additional activities like … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
REGISTER Join us for a special conversation with artist Jimmy Wright and Jane Panetta, Aaron I. Fleischman Curator in the Department of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Metropolitan Museum … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Stay tuned for programming information
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
First Thursday Roger Beebe: Expanded Cinema Thursday, January 2, 6 pm Free “Beebe’s films are both erudite and punk, lo-fi yet high-brow shorts that wrestle with a disfigured, contemporary American … Continued
Winter Family Day – Friday, January 3, 2025, 1-4 pm Ring in the New Year while exploring art and dancing the afternoon away together at our Winter Family Day. All programming is included in … Continued
New York International Children’s Film Festival/Winter Family Day Big Kid Flicks Friday, January 3, 2 pm Free Take in the audience's favorite and award-winning films from the latest edition of … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
12 PM - 1 PM Chair Yoga No registration is needed! Instructor Judy Look, certified in Yoga Fit, offers Chair Yoga designed for those who spend much of their time … Continued
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
Explore the Speed and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on the highlights of our collection. Free with admission. For more information, visit our tours page.
New York International Children’s Film Festival/Sunday Showcase Celebrating Black Stories Sunday, February 23, 12:30 pm Free Take in the audience’s favorite and award-winning films from the latest edition of New … Continued
Exhibition on Screen Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874 Directed by Ali Ray Saturday, March 22, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members The Impressionists are the most popular … Continued
Exhibition on Screen Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874 Directed by Ali Ray Sunday, March 23, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members The Impressionists are the most popular … Continued
New York International Children’s Film Festival/Sunday Showcase Girls’ POV Sunday, March 30, 12:30 pm Free Take in the audience's favorite and award-winning films from the latest edition of New York … Continued
Exhibition on Screen Michelangelo: Love and Death Directed by David Bickerstaff Saturday, May 31, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo … Continued
Exhibition on Screen Michelangelo: Love and Death Directed by David Bickerstaff Sunday, June 1, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo … Continued