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Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
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Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Picnic at Hanging Rock at Speed
New 4K Restoration Picnic at Hanging Rock Directed by Peter Weir Saturday, April 5, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The film’s mystery still shimmers.”—Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian This sensual and striking chronicle of a disappearance and its aftermath put director Peter Weir on the map and helped usher in a new era … Continued
The Sacrifice (Offret) at Speed Cinema
New 4K restoration The Sacrifice (Offret) Directed by Andrei Tarkovsky Saturday, April 5, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Andrei Tarkovsky’s final film, among his closest to perfection, is a traversal of agonies, exploring the savage compromises and bargaining that make up life and death.”—Vanessa McDonnell, Screen Slate Famed Russian filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky’s final … Continued
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour
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’ important contributions to art history. Free with general admission. Image: Torso , 2022 by Keltie Ferris
Five Films by Phil Solomon at Speed Cinema
Lamplightings Five Films by Phil Solomon Sunday, April 6, 12:30 pm Free, first come, first served A master of the alchemical nature of film, Phil Solomon’s cinematic works explore both the surface and the depths of the celluloid image. Solomon’s frequent and anarchic use of the optical printer results in films that could only be … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
The Sacrifice (Offret) at Speed Cinema
New 4K restoration The Sacrifice (Offret) Directed by Andrei Tarkovsky Sunday, April 6, 4 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Andrei Tarkovsky’s final film, among his closest to perfection, is a traversal of agonies, exploring the savage compromises and bargaining that make up life and death.”—Vanessa McDonnell, Screen Slate Famed Russian filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky’s final … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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 storytime, art making, games, and puppets for you to enjoy as a family.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Memories at the Museum
Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and get connected with one another through a variety of social events and community-based activities determined by the individual needs and interests of the participants and that promote social interaction and companionship. … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Misericordia at Speed Cinema
Misericordia Directed by Alain Guiraudie Friday, April 11, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “A Dostoevskian masterwork. One of the greatest filmmakers working today.”—Ankit Jhunjhunwala, The Playlist The teasingly entwined ambiguities of love and death continue to fascinate Alain Guiraudie (Stranger by the Lake), who returns with a sharp, sinister, … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Memories at the Museum
Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and get connected with one another through a variety of social events and community-based activities determined by the individual needs and interests of the participants and that promote social interaction and companionship. … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Misericordia at Speed Cinema
Misericordia Directed by Alain Guiraudie Saturday, April 12, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “A Dostoevskian masterwork. One of the greatest filmmakers working today.”—Ankit Jhunjhunwala, The Playlist The teasingly entwined ambiguities of love and death continue to fascinate Alain Guiraudie (Stranger by the Lake), who returns with a sharp, sinister, … Continued
Misericordia at Speed Cinema
Misericordia Directed by Alain Guiraudie Saturday, April 12, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “A Dostoevskian masterwork. One of the greatest filmmakers working today.”—Ankit Jhunjhunwala, The Playlist The teasingly entwined ambiguities of love and death continue to fascinate Alain Guiraudie (Stranger by the Lake), who returns with a sharp, sinister, … Continued
Movement in the Museum: Slow Flow with Yogi Shavaun
12 – 1 PM Join Yogi Shavaun for an all-level Slow Flow yoga class. Students will be guided through slow and smooth movements and transitions in this gentle vinyasa practice and you will leave the class feeling refreshed, centered, and ready for the day ahead. Bring your own mat, towel, and water bottle. Please note, … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Lancelot of the Lake (Lancelot du Lac) at Speed Cinema
UofL French Film Festival/Sunday Showcase Lancelot of the Lake (Lancelot du Lac) Directed by Robert Bresson Sunday, April 13, 12:30 pm, CINEMA+ Free, first come, first served “Irresistible. The highest level of Bresson’s achievement.”–Dave Kehr Winner of the International Critics' Prize at Cannes in 1974, Bresson's masterpiece has lost none of its power and continues … Continued
Sunday Showcase: University of Louisville School of Music Brass Program
Sunday Showcase performance: University of Louisville School of Music Come enjoy a free performance by UofL students in the Brass program.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Misericordia at Speed Cinema
Misericordia Directed by Alain Guiraudie Sunday, April 13, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “A Dostoevskian masterwork. One of the greatest filmmakers working today.”—Ankit Jhunjhunwala, The Playlist The teasingly entwined ambiguities of love and death continue to fascinate Alain Guiraudie (Stranger by the Lake), who returns with a sharp, sinister, … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Writing Workshop with Poet Laureate Crystal Wilkinson
The Speed welcomes Crystal Wilkinson for a FREE writing workshop on Friday, April 18th from 2:30 pm - 4 pm. Ms. Wilkinson is an award-winning, highly celebrated literary voice from Kentucky. She is a recent recipient of a Writing Freedom fellowship, is the award-winning author of Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts, a national-bestselling culinary memoir, … Continued
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Theme: An Evening in Paris to celebrate our exhibition, Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Guests are encouraged to create their evening looks inspired by early 20th-century Parisian fashion 5-8 PM | Art Making: Felt Brooches inspired by the fashion accessories of Brilliant Exiles 5-9 PM | River City Tin Type Portraits – … Continued
One to One: John & Yoko at Speed Cinema
One to One: John & Yoko Directed by Kevin Macdonald Friday, April 18, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One to One goes further than fan service for Beatlemaniacs. It’s a document of a febrile time and wake-up call for a fizzled revolution.”—David Hughes, Time Out An expansive look at the 18 … Continued
April Speed Reading Book Club
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 books in the Museum Store. Speed Reading Book Club is free with admission and will be in person. Book: Save Me the Waltz by Zelda … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Teen Workshop (Teen Art Lab)
REGISTER Teen Workshop (Teen Art Lab) April 19, 1 – 3 PM Facilitated by: Valerie Fuchs and Uhma Janus Project: In collaboration with MaybeItsFate, we are excited to offer a teen workshop with "Water Studies: Expressions and Impressions". This workshop will include a segment screening and short discussion of Ken Burn's film "Leonardo da Vinci," … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
One to One: John & Yoko at Speed Cinema
One to One: John & Yoko Directed by Kevin Macdonald Saturday, April 19, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One to One goes further than fan service for Beatlemaniacs. It’s a document of a febrile time and wake-up call for a fizzled revolution.”—David Hughes, Time Out An expansive look at the 18 … Continued
One to One: John & Yoko at Speed Cinema
One to One: John & Yoko Directed by Kevin Macdonald Saturday, April 19, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One to One goes further than fan service for Beatlemaniacs. It’s a document of a febrile time and wake-up call for a fizzled revolution.”—David Hughes, Time Out An expansive look at the 18 … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
One to One: John & Yoko at Speed Cinema
One to One: John & Yoko Directed by Kevin Macdonald Sunday, April 20, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One to One goes further than fan service for Beatlemaniacs. It’s a document of a febrile time and wake-up call for a fizzled revolution.”—David Hughes, Time Out An expansive look at the 18 … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
OCEANIA: Journey to the Center at Speed Cinema
Earth Day OCEANIA: Journey to the Center Directed by Natalie Zimmerman Wednesday, April 23, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members OCEANIA begins at the center of the planet on a coral atoll – predicted to become uninhabitable by 2030 due to rising sea levels and temperatures brought by climate change. We … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Georgia O’Keeffe: The Brightness of Light at Speed Cinema
Georgia O’Keeffe: The Brightness of Light Directed by Paul Wagner Friday, April 25, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Narrated by Hugh Dancy and featuring Claire Danes as the voice of Georgia O’Keeffe, this captivating new documentary delves into the life and legacy of the pioneering artist who transformed the American … Continued
Museum Closed
The Speed will be closed to the public and will reopen with standard hours on Sunday, April 27. We welcome you to join us another weekend! PLAN YOUR VISIT
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
April Community Day
Join the Speed this Community Day in celebrating our vibrant community with dancing, music, art making, and poetry from all over the world to right here in Louisville. Art making for all ages -1 pm – 3:30 pm with dancing and performances starting at 2 pm –4 pm In Partnership with Americana Center, Backside Learning … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Georgia O’Keeffe: The Brightness of Light at Speed Cinema
Georgia O’Keeffe: The Brightness of Light Directed by Paul Wagner Sunday, April 27, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS - LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members Narrated by Hugh Dancy and featuring Claire Danes as the voice of Georgia O’Keeffe, this captivating new documentary delves into the life and legacy of the pioneering artist who … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Museum Closed
The Speed will be closed to the public and will reopen with standard hours on Sunday, May 4. We welcome you to join us another weekend! PLAN YOUR VISIT
Museum Closed
The Speed will be closed to the public and will reopen with standard hours on Sunday, May 4. We welcome you to join us another weekend! PLAN YOUR VISIT
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour
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’ important contributions to art history. Free with general admission. Image: Torso , 2022 by Keltie Ferris
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Georgia O’Keeffe: The Brightness of Light at Speed Cinema
Georgia O’Keeffe: The Brightness of Light Directed by Paul Wagner Sunday, May 4, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Narrated by Hugh Dancy and featuring Claire Danes as the voice of Georgia O’Keeffe, this captivating new documentary delves into the life and legacy of the pioneering artist who transformed the American … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 and each other at their own speed. Activities included in your ticket to the Museum.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Memories at the Museum
Facilitated by: Stephen Batiz Project: Derby Fans Description: Join us as we explore the Kentucky Gallery, talk about the history of the Derby and horse racing, and make Derby-inspired paper fans to keep you cool! Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Art in Bloom: Brilliant Blooms
Brilliant Blooms is an art in bloom 3-day program showcasing creative floral displays inspired by works of art. The three-day celebration brings together the talents of floral artists from across Louisville, showcasing their vibrant and innovative floral designs inspired by the museum’s collection. The Brilliant Blooms floral displays are included with general admission. Public Open … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Art in Bloom: Brilliant Blooms Opening Reception
Join us for an evening of music, drinks, and florals! This special event is open to the public and includes live music from Carly Johnson Jazz Duet, access to Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939, and one drink ticket ($11 value). Don't miss this brand new event at the Speed and dress in your … Continued
Mogwai: If the Stars Had a Sound at Speed Cinema
Mogwai: If the Stars Had a Sound Directed by Antony Crook Friday, May 9, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A breathtaking look at community building.”—Jenny Nulf, The Austin Chronicle Over 25 years and 10 studio albums—using brute sonic force mixed with subtlety and grace—Mogwai have defined their own musical genre and built … Continued
Art in Bloom: Brilliant Blooms
Brilliant Blooms is an art in bloom 3-day program showcasing creative floral displays inspired by works of art. The three-day celebration brings together the talents of floral artists from across Louisville, showcasing their vibrant and innovative floral designs inspired by the museum’s collection. The Brilliant Blooms floral displays are included with general admission. Public Open … Continued
Harlan Jacobson’s Talk Cinema | Ghost Trail (Les Fantômes)
Harlan Jacobson’s Talk Cinema Ghost Trail (Les Fantômes) Directed by Jonathan Millet Saturday, May 10, 11 am | BUY TICKETS $15 | $12 Speed members | Free for Speed Cinephiles “A superbly performed cat-and-mouse drama.”—Jessica Kiang, Variety Two years after being released from Syrian jail, Hamid (breakout star Adam Bessa) is making ends meet as a construction worker … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Memories at the Museum
Facilitated by: Stephen Batiz Project: Derby Fans Description: Join us as we explore the Kentucky Gallery, talk about the history of the Derby and horse racing, and make Derby-inspired paper fans to keep you cool! Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
1-800-ON-HER-OWN at Speed Cinema
1-800-ON-HER-OWN Directed by Dana Floor Saturday, May 10, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Anti-folk singer-songwriter, political activist, feminist icon and LGBTQ+ rights campaigner: it should be surprising that Ani DiFranco has also been a pioneering force in independent music for over three decades.”—Andy Fyfe, Mojo In the early … Continued
Mogwai: If the Stars Had a Sound at Speed Cinema
Mogwai: If the Stars Had a Sound Directed by Antony Crook Saturday, May 10, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A breathtaking look at community building.”—Jenny Nulf, The Austin Chronicle Over 25 years and 10 studio albums—using brute sonic force mixed with subtlety and grace—Mogwai have defined their own musical genre and built … Continued
Mother’s Day at the Speed – Brilliant Blooms
Celebrate Moms with us for an afternoon at the Speed to see Brilliant Blooms! 10 am – 5 pm | Explore our permanent collection galleries with Brilliant Blooms, a showcase of local floral design using inspiration from our permanent collection. 12 – 3 pm | Art-making activities, cash bar available, and in-house music to round … Continued
Art in Bloom: Brilliant Blooms
Brilliant Blooms is an art in bloom 3-day program showcasing creative floral displays inspired by works of art. The three-day celebration brings together the talents of floral artists from across Louisville, showcasing their vibrant and innovative floral designs inspired by the museum’s collection. The Brilliant Blooms floral displays are included with general admission. Public Open … Continued
Movement in the Atrium: Chair Yoga
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 sitting at a desk or for those recovering from injury but all are welcome. Chairs will be provided, bring your own towel and water bottle.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
1-800-ON-HER-OWN at Speed Cinema
1-800-ON-HER-OWN Directed by Dana Floor Sunday, May 11, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Anti-folk singer-songwriter, political activist, feminist icon and LGBTQ+ rights campaigner: it should be surprising that Ani DiFranco has also been a pioneering force in independent music for over three decades.”—Andy Fyfe, Mojo In the early … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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 storytime, art making, games, and puppets for you to enjoy as a family.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Gas Food Lodging at Speed Cinema
Gas Food Lodging Directed by Allison Anders Wednesday, May 14, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Subtly etched characters, effortlessly fine performances, and a moving story that is not easily forgotten.” —Janet Maslin, New York Times Adapted from the novel Don’t Look and It Won’t Hurt by Richard Peck, Allison … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted at Speed Cinema
Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted Directed by Isaac Gale and Ryan Olson Friday, May 16, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A fittingly eccentric portrait of an artist who gladly draws outside the lines.”—Nadine Smith, Nashville Scene Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted is a wildly entertaining and fittingly unconventional documentary about … Continued
Dead Ringers at Speed Cinema
Science on Screen® Dead Ringers Directed by David Cronenberg Thursday, May 15, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed Cinema In Dead Ringers, David Cronenberg tells the chilling story of identical twin gynecologists—suave Elliot and sensitive Beverly, bipolar sides of one personality—who share the same practice, the same apartment, the same women. When a … Continued
The Great Gatsby at Speed Cinema
The Great Gatsby Directed by Baz Luhrmann Saturday, May 17 | BUY TICKETS 11 am, cash bar in the Speed Cinema lobby with a Gatsby-inspired cocktail 12 pm, screening $12 | $8 Speed members “This is a film which takes classic source material and imbues it on screen with a sense of wonder commensurate to its prior … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Withnail and I at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration Withnail and I Saturday, May 17, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Deliciously witty and sophisticated as outrageously funny.”—Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times London. The 1960s. Two unemployed actors—acerbic, elegantly wasted Withnail (Richard E. Grant) and the anxiety-ridden “I” (Paul McGann)—drown their frustrations in booze, pills, and lighter fluid. When … Continued
Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted at Speed Cinema
Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted Directed by Isaac Gale and Ryan Olson Saturday, May 17, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A fittingly eccentric portrait of an artist who gladly draws outside the lines.”—Nadine Smith, Nashville Scene Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted is a wildly entertaining and fittingly unconventional documentary about … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour will meet on the 3rd floor Special Exhibition area. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Reminiscences of a Journey to Lithuania at Speed Cinema
Lamplightings/Sunday Showcase Reminiscences of a Journey to Lithuania Directed by Jonas Mekas Sunday, May 18, 1 pm Free, first come, first served In 1949, Lithuanian writer and poet Jonas Mekas departed a war-ravaged Europe accompanied by his brother Adolfas. The two would ultimately settle in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and shortly thereafter would come upon a Bolex … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Withnail and I at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration Withnail and I Sunday, May 18, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Deliciously witty and sophisticated as outrageously funny.”—Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times London. The 1960s. Two unemployed actors—acerbic, elegantly wasted Withnail (Richard E. Grant) and the anxiety-ridden “I” (Paul McGann)—drown their frustrations in booze, pills, and lighter fluid. When … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Art Spiegelman: Disaster is My Muse at Speed Cinema
Art Spigelman: Disaster is My Muse Directed by Molly Bernstein and Philip Dolin Friday, May 23, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It’s a history, a biography and an autobiographical howl as well as a milestone in the history of comics and a foundational American work about the Holocaust.”—Manohla Dargis, New York … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Finding Your Lens–A Celebration of Demi Gardner, Artist in Residence
FINDING YOUR LENS A CELEBRATION OF DEMI GARDNER Artist. Filmmaker. Community Member. May 24 | 1:00–2:30 pm Location: Speed Cinema, open to the public From November 2024 through March 2025, the Speed Art Museum proudly welcomed Demi Gardner as the Community Connections Artist in Residence. As a filmmaker and arts educator, Demi used storytelling as … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Art Spiegelman: Disaster is My Muse at Speed Cinema
Art Spigelman: Disaster is My Muse Directed by Molly Bernstein and Philip Dolin Saturday, May 24, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It’s a history, a biography and an autobiographical howl as well as a milestone in the history of comics and a foundational American work about the Holocaust.”—Manohla Dargis, New York … Continued
Art for Everybody at Speed Cinema
Art for Everybody Directed by Miranda Yousef Saturday, May 24, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Meticulously researched and revealing,”—Alissa Wilkinson, New York Times You’ve seen his cozy cottages, idyllic gardens, and welcoming village streets on everything from canvas to commemorative plates. Both celebrated and disparaged for his kitschy signature settings, the “Painter … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Princess Tam Tam at Speed Cinema
Sunday Showcase Princess Tam Tam Directed by Edmond T. Greville Sunday, May 25, 1 pm Free, first come, first served “Irresistible…as of today the most enchanting new film in town.” —Vincent Canby, New York Times In the 1930s, black performers were forbidden to steal the spotlight from white actors on the American screen. To circumvent this … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Art for Everybody at Speed Cinema
Art for Everybody Directed by Miranda Yousef Sunday, May 25, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Meticulously researched and revealing,”—Alissa Wilkinson, New York Times You’ve seen his cozy cottages, idyllic gardens, and welcoming village streets on everything from canvas to commemorative plates. Both celebrated and disparaged for his kitschy signature settings, the “Painter … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Magic Farm at Speed Cinema
Magic Farm Directed by Amalia Ulman Friday, May 30, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “A formally radical, biting satire about odious, privileged Americans adrift in a remote Argentine rural town.”—Carlos Aguilar, Variety Fake it ’til you make it. The latest gem from Amalia Ulman (El Planeta), Magic Farm takes us … Continued
Michelangelo: Love and Death at Speed Cinema
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 seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this Renaissance giant? Michelangelo’s genius is evident in everything he touched. Beautiful and … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Magic Farm at Speed Cinema
Magic Farm Directed by Amalia Ulman Saturday, May 31, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “A formally radical, biting satire about odious, privileged Americans adrift in a remote Argentine rural town.”—Carlos Aguilar, Variety Fake it ’til you make it. The latest gem from Amalia Ulman (El Planeta), Magic Farm takes us … Continued
Grand Tour at Speed Cinema
Grand Tour Directed by Miguel Gomes Saturday, May 31, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A quiet knockout.”—Natalia Winkelman, New York Times From Miguel Gomes, the award-winning director of Tabu and Arabian Nights, comes a globe-trotting tale of unrequited love. Earning Gomes the Best Director prize at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, Grand Tour blends melodrama and screwball … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Michelangelo: Love and Death at Speed Cinema
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 seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this Renaissance giant? Michelangelo’s genius is evident in everything he touched. Beautiful and … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Grand Tour at Speed Cinema
Grand Tour Directed by Miguel Gomes Sunday, June 1, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A quiet knockout.”—Natalia Winkelman, New York Times From Miguel Gomes, the award-winning director of Tabu and Arabian Nights, comes a globe-trotting tale of unrequited love. Earning Gomes the Best Director prize at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, Grand Tour blends melodrama and screwball … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 and each other at their own speed. Activities included in your ticket to the Museum.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Thursday
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, cinema programs, and other community events. 5:30 – 7:30 pm: Clothed Figure Drawing in the Atrium – Learn More 5:30 pm: Childe Hassam – Impressions … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
The Annihilation of Fish at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration The Annihilation of Fish Directed by Charles Burnett Friday, June 6, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A modest movie modestly told, The Annihilation of Fish sneaks up on you; it’s as stealthy as Fish’s demon and can pack just as powerful a wallop.” —Manohla Dargis, New York Times Winner of an … Continued
June Adult Workshop
REGISTER Facilitated by: Stephen Batiz Project: Above the Mat: Creative Float Mounting Techniques Description: Float mounting is a picture framing technique where the artwork is elevated slightly above the mat, creating the appearance of “floating” within the frame. It’s ideal for showcasing pieces with unique edges or three-dimensional elements. In the workshop, you’ll create a small … Continued
KY Shakespeare at Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939
Sylvia Beach was a brilliant American woman who made a significant impact on the literary world. She is best known for founding Shakespeare and Company, a renowned English-language bookshop in Paris, and featured in our exhibition Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939. Join us to learn more about Sylvia and enjoy mini performances throughout the day with … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
The Annihilation of Fish at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration The Annihilation of Fish Directed by Charles Burnett Saturday, June 7, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A modest movie modestly told, The Annihilation of Fish sneaks up on you; it’s as stealthy as Fish’s demon and can pack just as powerful a wallop.” —Manohla Dargis, New York Times Winner of an … Continued
Killer of Sheep at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration Killer of Sheep Directed by Charles Burnett Saturday, June 7, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Killer of Sheep is unlike any other American film of its time or any other.” —Ann Hornaday, Washington Post Charles Burnett’s cinematic masterpiece Killer of Sheep, magnificently restored in 4K with sparkling picture and sound, is … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Seaweed Stories at Speed Cinema
Sunday Showcase Seaweed Stories Directed by Jake Sumner Sunday, June 8, 12:30 pm CINEMA+ Free, first come, first served Narrated by Forest Whitaker, Seaweed Stories is a vibrant and global look at the wonders of seaweed, and some of the extraordinary stories and characters whose lives have been entangled by this often-overlooked marine organism which … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Killer of Sheep at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration Killer of Sheep Directed by Charles Burnett Sunday, June 8, 2 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Killer of Sheep is unlike any other American film of its time or any other.” —Ann Hornaday, Washington Post Charles Burnett’s cinematic masterpiece Killer of Sheep, magnificently restored in 4K with sparkling picture and sound, is … Continued
Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project at Speed Cinema
Sunday Showcase: Juneteenth Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project Directed by Michèle Stephenson and Joe Brewster Sunday, June 8, 4 pm CINEMA+ Free; first come, first served “The readings of her poems will have the hairs on the back of your neck standing up.”—Cath Clarke, The Guardian Winner of the Grand Jury Prize in the … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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 storytime, art making, games, and puppets for you to enjoy as a family.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Memories at the Museum
Facilitated by: Stephen Batiz Project: Cardboard Paintings Description: Inspired by the work of Marvin Finn in the Kentucky Gallery, participants will create cardboard paintings and learn to work 2D elements into 3D sculptures. Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Pavements at Speed Cinema
Pavements Directed by Alex Ross Perry Friday, June 13, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS - LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “A thrillingly creative music documentary that serves as a loving tribute to the band. The sense of fun that Alex Ross Perry is having behind the camera is both palpable and infectious.”—Matthew … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
We Are Fugazi from Washington, D.C. at Speed Cinema
We Are Fugazi from Washington, D.C. Curated by Joe Gross, Jeff Krulik, and Joseph Pattisall Saturday, June 14, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Created to commemorate the 20 years that have passed since DC-based post-hardcore band Fugazi’s last live appearance (November 4, 2002, at The Forum in London), We Are Fugazi from … Continued
Pavements at Speed Cinema
Pavements Directed by Alex Ross Perry Saturday, June 14, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A thrillingly creative music documentary that serves as a loving tribute to the band. The sense of fun that Alex Ross Perry is having behind the camera is both palpable and infectious.”—Matthew Turner, NME An examination of … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
We Are Fugazi from Washington, D.C. at Speed Cinema
We Are Fugazi from Washington, D.C. Curated by Joe Gross, Jeff Krulik, and Joseph Pattisall Sunday, June 15, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS | LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members Created to commemorate the 20 years that have passed since DC-based post-hardcore band Fugazi’s last live appearance (November 4, 2002, at The Forum in … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
After Hours at the Speed
Join us for a last look at Brilliant Exiles and a celebration of fierce femmes! TICKETS Final week for Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 5-8 pm | Art Making – Suncatchers 5:30-6:30 pm | Brilliant Exiles Curator Talk with Robyn Asleson, Curator of Prints & Drawings, Smithsonian, National Portrait Gallery, learn more 6 … Continued
Lost and Found: Recovering the History of American Women in Paris
This talk will take place during After Hours at the Speed, June 20, 2025. An After Hours ticket is required to attend this talk. TICKETS Lost and Found: Recovering the History of American Women in Paris Speaker: Robyn Asleson, Curator of Prints & Drawings, Smithsonian, National Portrait Gallery Many talented, independent-minded American women crossed the … Continued
Secret Mall Apartment at Speed Cinema
Secret Mall Apartment Directed by Jeremy Workman Friday, June 20, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Dazzling . . . A kiss-off to gentrification.”—Coleman, Spilde, The Daily Beast In 2003, eight young Rhode Island artists who had been displaced by retail developments created a secret apartment in a hidden space inside the Providence … Continued
June Speed Reading Book Club
Join us for Speed Reading Book Club, a book discussion inspired by both special exhibitions and artworks in the Speed's permanent collection! Mention the Speed Reading Book Club at Carmichael’s Bookstore Carmichael's Bookstore | Louisville's Oldest Independent Bookstore (or in the comments for online purchases) to get a 20% discount on any Speed Reading Book Club selection. … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Secret Mall Apartment at Speed Cinema
Secret Mall Apartment Directed by Jeremy Workman Saturday, June 21, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Dazzling . . . A kiss-off to gentrification.”—Coleman, Spilde, The Daily Beast In 2003, eight young Rhode Island artists who had been displaced by retail developments created a secret apartment in a hidden space inside the Providence … Continued
Secret Mall Apartment at Speed Cinema
Secret Mall Apartment Directed by Jeremy Workman Saturday, June 21, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Dazzling . . . A kiss-off to gentrification.”—Coleman, Spilde, The Daily Beast In 2003, eight young Rhode Island artists who had been displaced by retail developments created a secret apartment in a hidden space inside the Providence … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Secret Mall Apartment at Speed Cinema
Secret Mall Apartment Directed by Jeremy Workman Sunday, June 22, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Dazzling . . . A kiss-off to gentrification.”—Coleman, Spilde, The Daily Beast In 2003, eight young Rhode Island artists who had been displaced by retail developments created a secret apartment in a hidden space inside the Providence … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Exhibition Tour
Dive deeper into Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 with a docent-led tour. Learn about stories that shaped these women and the outcome of their daring adventures! This tour meets on the first floor Atrium by the elevator. You must have a ticket to this exhibition to experience this tour. Artwork: Theresa Helburn by … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Six Restored Films of Heather McAdams at Speed Cinema
Lamplightings/Sunday Showcase Six Restored Films of Heather McAdams Sunday, June 22, 3 pm CINEMA+ Free, first come, first served Heather McAdams (b. 1954) never set out to pursue a tidy career. When touring with her films in the 1980s and ’90s, McAdams often described herself as “a part-time cartoonist, performance artist, film instructor, junk salesperson, … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
8½ (Otto e mezzo) at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration 8½ (Otto e mezzo) Directed by Federico Fellini Friday, June 27, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The best film ever made about filmmaking.” —Roger Ebert Marcello Mastroianni plays Guido Anselmi, a director whose new project is collapsing around him, along with his life. One of the greatest films about … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
8½ (Otto e mezzo) at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration 8½ (Otto e mezzo) Directed by Federico Fellini Saturday, June 28, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The best film ever made about filmmaking.” —Roger Ebert Marcello Mastroianni plays Guido Anselmi, a director whose new project is collapsing around him, along with his life. One of the greatest films about … Continued
Juliet of the Spirits (Giulietta degli spiriti) at Speed Cinema
Juliet of the Spirits (Giulietta degli spiriti) Directed by Federico Fellini Saturday, June 28, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A mad, resplendent peacock of a film, a cinematographic riot of color and sensuality.” —Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune Federico Fellini partnered with his wife and muse, actor Giulietta Masina, for this phantasmagoric character study, … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
June Community Day
June Community Day June 29, 1 – 4 pm Experience the powerful new exhibition, Louisville’s Black Avant-Garde: G.C. Coxe, explore meaningful stories with our Chat Spot docents, and create alongside others during hands-on art-making sessions around shared tables. Additionally, the Speed has partnered with AMPED, who will be leading a music-making workshop from 1:30 -3:30 in our … Continued
Juliet of the Spirits (Giulietta degli spiriti) at Speed Cinema
Juliet of the Spirits (Giulietta degli spiriti) Directed by Federico Fellini Sunday, June 29, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A mad, resplendent peacock of a film, a cinematographic riot of color and sensuality.” —Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune Federico Fellini partnered with his wife and muse, actor Giulietta Masina, for this phantasmagoric character study, … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 and each other at their own speed. Activities included in your ticket to the Museum.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
House (Hausu) at Speed Cinema
House (Hausu) Directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi Thursday, July 3, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Delirious, deranged, gonzo or just gone, baby, gone—no single adjective or even a pileup does justice to House.” —Manohla Dargis, New York Times How to describe Nobuhiko Obayashi’s indescribable 1977 movie House (Hausu)? As a psychedelic ghost tale? A stream-of-consciousness bedtime … Continued
Museum Closed
The Speed will be closed to the public and will reopen with standard hours on Saturday, July 5. We welcome you to join us another weekend! PLAN YOUR VISIT
July Adult Workshop – Linocuts
SOLD OUT Facilitated by: Christina Clifford Project: Linocuts - Printmaking In this workshop, participants will learn professional techniques for transferring designs onto linoleum, executing a range of carving techniques, and tips on printing their final image on paper. All Materials will be provided. Artist Bio Christina Coke Clifford, Teaching Artist, Louisville, Kentucky Education: BA in Visual … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time at Speed Cinema
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time Directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi Saturday, July 5, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members After his great success with House at Toho, legendary filmmaker Nobuhiko Obayashi was given the notoriety to start dabbling in the mainstream. His adaptation of the electrifyingly popular 1967 Japanese novel The Girl Who Leapt Through … Continued
School in the Crosshairs at Speed Cinema
School in the Crosshairs Directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi Saturday, July 5, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members This early "idol" movie by genre master Nobuhiko Obayashi (House) stars Hiroko Yakushimaru, then the heartthrob of millions of Japanese fans. Yuko (Yakushimaru) is a high school girl with telekinetic powers who must … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Speed Chat Spot Location: Louisville's Black Avant-Garde: G.C. Coxe During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about this exhibition. They will be located within the exhibition gallery.
His Motorbike, Her Island at Speed Cinema
His Motorbike, Her Island Directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi Sunday, July 6, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members A tender and stylish blend of road movie and romance, His Motorbike, Her Island is a moving story of love and motorcycles from Japanese cinema magician Nobuhiko Obayashi (House). Aimless biker Ko finally finds purpose when he … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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 storytime, art making, games, and puppets for you to enjoy as a family.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Memories at the Museum
Facilitated by: Stephen Batiz Project: Relief Printing inspired by Childe Hassam Description: Join us as we explore the work of artist Childe Hassam, discuss the artists’ inspiration and techniques, and experiment with relief printing. Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Summer Cultural Pass Family Day
🎉 Summer Family Day at the Speed 🗓️ Friday, July 11 | 🕐 1–4 PM | 🎨 FREE with Admission Spark creativity. Choose your adventure. Make memories together. Join us for a joyful afternoon of exploration, play, and connection designed for families of all ages! Whether you're diving into brain games with the UofL KID … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Caught by the Tides at Speed Cinema
Caught by the Tides Directed by Jia Zhangke Friday, July 11, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A mesmerizing film about the sweep and swirl of life, love, and the relationship between yesterday and today.” —Nick Schager, The Daily Beast The preeminent dramatist of China’s rapid 21st-century growth and social transformation, Jia Zhangke … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Memories at the Museum
Facilitated by: Stephen Batiz Project: Relief Printing inspired by Childe Hassam Description: Join us as we explore the work of artist Childe Hassam, discuss the artists’ inspiration and techniques, and experiment with relief printing. Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Caught by the Tides at Speed Cinema
Caught by the Tides Directed by Jia Zhangke Saturday, July 12, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A mesmerizing film about the sweep and swirl of life, love, and the relationship between yesterday and today.” —Nick Schager, The Daily Beast The preeminent dramatist of China’s rapid 21st-century growth and social transformation, Jia Zhangke … Continued
Caught by the Tides at Speed Cinema
Caught by the Tides Directed by Jia Zhangke Saturday, July 12, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A mesmerizing film about the sweep and swirl of life, love, and the relationship between yesterday and today.” —Nick Schager, The Daily Beast The preeminent dramatist of China’s rapid 21st-century growth and social transformation, Jia Zhangke … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
An Unfinished Film (Yi Bu Wei Wan Cheng De Dian Ying) at Speed Cinema
An Unfinished Film (Yi Bu Wei Wan Cheng De Dian Ying) Directed by Lou Ye Sunday, July 13, 2 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed, Asia Institute-Crane House, and World Affairs Council members “Mysterious, moving, and profound.”—Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian In January 2020, director Xiaorui reunites his cast and crew to complete a film that … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Speed Chat Spot Location: Louisville's Black Avant-Garde: G.C. Coxe During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about this exhibition. They will be located within the exhibition gallery.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
In the Mood for Love (Fa yeung nin wah) at Speed Cinema
In the Mood for Love (Fa yeung nin wah) with In the Mood for Love 2001 Directed by Wong Kar Wai Friday, July 18, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Hong Kong, 1962: Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung Chiu Wai) and Su Li-zhen (Maggie Cheung Man Yuk) move into neighboring apartments on the same day. … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
In the Mood for Love (Fa yeung nin wah) at Speed Cinema
In the Mood for Love (Fa yeung nin wah) with In the Mood for Love 2001 Directed by Wong Kar Wai Saturday, July 19, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Hong Kong, 1962: Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung Chiu Wai) and Su Li-zhen (Maggie Cheung Man Yuk) move into neighboring apartments on the same day. … Continued
In the Mood for Love (Fa yeung nin wah) at Speed Cinema
In the Mood for Love (Fa yeung nin wah) with In the Mood for Love 2001 Directed by Wong Kar Wai Saturday, July 19, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Hong Kong, 1962: Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung Chiu Wai) and Su Li-zhen (Maggie Cheung Man Yuk) move into neighboring apartments on the same day. … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Two Films by Ken Jacobs at Speed Cinema
Lamplightings/Sunday Showcase Two Films by Ken Jacobs Sunday, July 20, 1 pm Free, first come, first served For over 60 years filmmaker Ken Jacobs has been expanding the cinematic form, transgressing the implicit boundaries of sound, the frame, and narrative. With discussion of his work included in P. Adams Sitney’s essential text Visionary Film and profiled at … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Speed Chat Spot Location: Louisville's Black Avant-Garde: G.C. Coxe During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about this exhibition. They will be located within the exhibition gallery.
In the Mood for Love (Fa yeung nin wah) at Speed Cinema
In the Mood for Love (Fa yeung nin wah) with In the Mood for Love 2001 Directed by Wong Kar Wai Sunday, July 20, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Hong Kong, 1962: Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung Chiu Wai) and Su Li-zhen (Maggie Cheung Man Yuk) move into neighboring apartments on the same day. … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Paint & Sip with Whet Your Palette
Paint & Sip with Whet Your Palette Thursday, July 24 5:30–8:30 pm SOLD OUT Join the Speed and Whet Your Palette for an evening of painting and cocktails at the Museum. Create your own artwork inspired by John Singer Sargent's Interior of the Hagia Sophia in the Speed's permanent collection and currently on view. Your ticket includes: – A … Continued
Garage Sale at the Speed
SUMMER TIME GARAGE SALE! Looking for a great deal? We are welcoming our best prices yet to the Speed's Summer Garage Sale. With new additions to the sale, all merchandise will be marked down at flat, easy-to-shop prices of $1, $5, $10, or $20.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Look & See: Further – 2025 Flyover Film Festival
2025 Flyover Film Festival Look & See: Further Directed, edited, and produced by Laura Dunn Friday, July 25 CINEMA+ | SOLD OUT 6 pm, reception in the Speed Cinema lobby 7 pm, screening $15 | $10 Speed and Louisville Film Society members View eight new shorts compiled with unused footage and interviews from the award-winning … Continued
Garage Sale at the Speed
SUMMER TIME GARAGE SALE! Looking for a great deal? We are welcoming our best prices yet to the Speed's Summer Garage Sale. With new additions to the sale, all merchandise will be marked down at flat, easy-to-shop prices of $1, $5, $10, or $20.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Shorts Program + Q&A – 2025 Flyover Film Festival
2025 Flyover Film Festival Shorts Program + Q&A Various Directors Saturday, July 26, 3 pm | SOLD OUT $15 / $10 Speed and Louisville Film Society members Running time: approximately 90 minutes. Recommended for 18+. Featuring: Appalheads Directed by Scott Faris Decades after leaving Appalachia, a daughter returns to eastern Kentucky to excavate her … Continued
Garage Sale at the Speed
SUMMER TIME GARAGE SALE! Looking for a great deal? We are welcoming our best prices yet to the Speed's Summer Garage Sale. With new additions to the sale, all merchandise will be marked down at flat, easy-to-shop prices of $1, $5, $10, or $20.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
July Community Day
The Speed is celebrating Back to School with Pride and Belonging! Join us for a Community Day filled with art-making activities and events to celebrate and support youth and families at the start of a new school year. Note: Restrooms for the day are All Gender! Programming 1-4 pm: Art Making in the Gheens … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp and the Biotech Revolution – 2025 Flyover Film Festival
2025 Flyover Film Festival Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp and the Biotech Revolution Directed by Bill Haney Sunday, July 27, 2:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $15 / $10 Speed and Louisville Film Society members "Phil’s journey is a roadmap for the future of science and innovation. Cracking the Code not only celebrates his achievements but … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Speed Chat Spot Location: Louisville's Black Avant-Garde: G.C. Coxe During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about this exhibition. They will be located within the exhibition gallery.
She Dances – 2025 Flyover Film Festival
2025 Flyover Film Festival She Dances Directed by Rick Gomez Sunday, July 27, 5:30 pm CINEMA+ | SOLD OUT $15 / $10 Speed and Louisville Film Society members “Steve Zahn seamlessly steps into leading man status, delivering a nuanced performance that refreshingly presents the estranged father archetype as a good man who consistently tries his … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Friday, August 1, 6 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
August Adult Workshop
SOLD OUT Cyanotypes: The Magic of Alternative Photography Teaching Artist: Kevin Rose Schultz Explore alternative process photography with cyanotypes. Sir John Hershel invented this process in 1842. Today, global artists are exploring new and modern ways to use this medium. Artist Kevin Rose Schultz will guide students through printing with this historical photo process on … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 2, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS | LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 2, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS | LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 2, 5 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 2, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 3, 12:30 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Artists with Ties to Louisville’s Black Avant Garde
Location: Grand Hall, Speed Art Museum Cost: Free, register to save your seat REGISTER Artists with Ties to Louisville’s Black Avant-Garde Join us for an afternoon celebrating the legacies of Old Walnut Street, and the long-lasting impact of Louisville’s Black artistic community in the twentieth century. Bringing together artists and historians involved in this important … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 3, 2:30 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 3, 4:30 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 and each other at their own speed. Activities included in your ticket to the Museum.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Wednesday, August 6, 1 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
Radical Women Tour
The Radical Women Tour highlights women-identifying artists who rebel against societal expectations, embracing change as they craft a lasting creative legacy. This is a docent-led tour through our permanent collection that's on view right now. Mary Cassatt, American, 1844-1926 The Child, 1905, (Gallery 18 ) Oil on canvas 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (75.9 … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Wednesday, August 6, 6 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Thursday, August 7, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS | LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Thursday
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, cinema programs, and other community events. 5:30 – 7:30 PM: Clothed Figure Drawing in the Atrium – Learn More 5:30 pm: The Adele and Leonard … Continued
The Adele and Leonard Leight Glass Art Award – Artist Talk with Victoria Ahmadizadeh Melendez
The Adele and Leonard Leight Glass Art Award – Artist Talk Speaker and Awardee: Victoria Ahmadizadeh Melendez August 7th 5:30-6:30 pm, Grand Hall Cash bar available 5-6 pm REGISTER Join us for an intimate artist talk with Victoria Ahmadizadeh Melendez, the inaugural recipient of the Adele and Leonard Leight Glass Art Award, as she discusses her newly … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Thursday, August 7, 6 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Friday, August 8, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley at Speed Cinema
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Directed by Amy Berg Friday, August 8, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS | LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Reverently captures the late rocker with the voice of an angel.”—Owen Gleiberman, Variety Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 9, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Memories at the Museum
Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and get connected with one another through a variety of social events and community-based activities determined by the individual needs and interests of the participants and that promote social interaction and companionship. … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley at Speed Cinema
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Directed by Amy Berg Saturday, August 9, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Reverently captures the late rocker with the voice of an angel.”—Owen Gleiberman, Variety Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, … Continued
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley at Speed Cinema
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Directed by Amy Berg Saturday, August 9, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Reverently captures the late rocker with the voice of an angel.”—Owen Gleiberman, Variety Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 10, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The world’s number one cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2025! Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley at Speed Cinema
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Directed by Amy Berg Sunday, August 10, 3 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Reverently captures the late rocker with the voice of an angel.”—Owen Gleiberman, Variety Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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 storytime, art making, games, and puppets for you to enjoy as a family.
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley at Speed Cinema
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Directed by Amy Berg Wednesday, August 13, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Reverently captures the late rocker with the voice of an angel.”—Owen Gleiberman, Variety Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, never-before-seen … Continued
Memories at the Museum
Facilitated by: Stephen Batiz Project: Relief printing with foam Description: Inspired by the work of Childe Hassam, currently on view in Gallery 16, participants will create relief prints using foam sheets. Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley at Speed Cinema
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Directed by Amy Berg Thursday, August 14, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS | LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Reverently captures the late rocker with the voice of an angel.”—Owen Gleiberman, Variety Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Join us for a great night at the Speed with Louisville Silent Disco. Our After Hours falls during UofL’s Welcome Week! University of Louisville students, faculty, and staff get FREE admission to this special evening—just show your valid UofL ID at guest experience upon arrival. Programming 5 – 8 pm | Art-Making in Gheens … Continued
East of Wall at Speed Cinema
East of Wall Directed by Kate Beecroft Friday, August 15, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “It captures beauty and turmoil, sometimes in the same frame.” Harrison Richlin, IndieWire East of Wall is an authentic portrait of female resilience in the ‘New West’ inspired and played by the women and … Continued
August Speed Reading Book Club
Join us for Speed Reading Book Club, a book discussion inspired by both special exhibitions and artworks in the Speed's permanent collection! Mention the Speed Reading Book Club at Carmichael’s Bookstore Carmichael's Bookstore | Louisville's Oldest Independent Bookstore (or in the comments for online purchases) to get a 20% discount on any Speed Reading Book Club selection. … Continued
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley at Speed Cinema
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Directed by Amy Berg Saturday, August 16, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Reverently captures the late rocker with the voice of an angel.”—Owen Gleiberman, Variety Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, never-before-seen … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
East of Wall at Speed Cinema
East of Wall Directed by Kate Beecroft Saturday, August 16, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “It captures beauty and turmoil, sometimes in the same frame.” Harrison Richlin, IndieWire East of Wall is an authentic portrait of female resilience in the ‘New West’ inspired and played by the women and … Continued
East of Wall at Speed Cinema
East of Wall Directed by Kate Beecroft Saturday, August 16, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “It captures beauty and turmoil, sometimes in the same frame.” Harrison Richlin, IndieWire East of Wall is an authentic portrait of female resilience in the ‘New West’ inspired and played by the women and … Continued
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley at Speed Cinema
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Directed by Amy Berg Sunday, August 17, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Reverently captures the late rocker with the voice of an angel.”—Owen Gleiberman, Variety Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, never-before-seen … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
East of Wall at Speed Cinema
East of Wall Directed by Kate Beecroft Sunday, August 17, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “It captures beauty and turmoil, sometimes in the same frame.” Harrison Richlin, IndieWire East of Wall is an authentic portrait of female resilience in the ‘New West’ inspired and played by the women and … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Cloud at Speed Cinema
Cloud Directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa Friday, August 22, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Unfolding at a hauntingly subdued register before unleashing its pent-up tension during its final act, director Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Cloud skewers the anonymity that characterizes our presence in online spaces.”—Zachary Lee, Chicago Reader A stylish, subversive thriller from suspense-maverick Kiyoshi … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Cloud at Speed Cinema
Cloud Directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa Saturday, August 23, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Unfolding at a hauntingly subdued register before unleashing its pent-up tension during its final act, director Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Cloud skewers the anonymity that characterizes our presence in online spaces.”—Zachary Lee, Chicago Reader A stylish, subversive thriller from suspense-maverick Kiyoshi … Continued
Shin Godzilla at Speed Cinema
New 4K Remaster Shin Godzilla Directed by Hideaki Anno and co-directed by Shinji Higuchi Saturday, August 23, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A monster movie unlike any other.”—David Ehrlich, IndieWire Something has surfaced in Tokyo Bay. As the Prime Minister of Japan pleads with the public to remain calm, a horrific creature … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Shin Godzilla at Speed Cinema
New 4K Remaster Shin Godzilla Directed by Hideaki Anno and co-directed by Shinji Higuchi Sunday, August 24, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A monster movie unlike any other.”—David Ehrlich, IndieWire Something has surfaced in Tokyo Bay. As the Prime Minister of Japan pleads with the public to remain calm, a horrific creature … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour at Speed Cinema
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour Various Directors Friday, August 29, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members The 2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour is a dynamic showcase of seven standout short films from this year’s Festival, including two festival award–winning titles. A 100-minute program curated for … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour at Speed Cinema
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour Various Directors Saturday, August 30, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members The 2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour is a dynamic showcase of seven standout short films from this year’s Festival, including two festival award–winning titles. A 100-minute program curated for theatrical audiences, the … Continued
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour at Speed Cinema
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour Various Directors Saturday, August 30, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members The 2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour is a dynamic showcase of seven standout short films from this year’s Festival, including two festival award–winning titles. A 100-minute program curated for theatrical audiences, the … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour at Speed Cinema
2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour Various Directors Sunday, August 31, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members The 2025 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour is a dynamic showcase of seven standout short films from this year’s Festival, including two festival award–winning titles. A 100-minute program curated for … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 and each other at their own speed. Activities included in your ticket to the Museum.
1st Thursday
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, cinema programs, and other community events. 5:30 – 7:30 PM: Clothed Figure Drawing in the Atrium – Learn More Model: Isabel Lopez, Theme: Inspired by the … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Ikiru at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration Ikiru Directed by Akira Kurosawa Friday, September 5, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “I think this is one of the few movies that might actually be able to inspire someone to lead their life a little differently.”—Roger Ebert One of the greatest achievements by Akira Kurosawa, Ikiru shows the director … Continued
September Adult Workshop
REGISTER Project: Engaging Abstraction: Exploring G.C. Coxe’s Legacy Teaching Artist: Stephen Batiz Description: Participants are invited to step into the spirit of Gloucester Caliman (G.C.) Coxe, an artist celebrated for his experimental abstracts and creative resourcefulness. Through guided exercises, this workshop will explore abstraction, experiment with materials, mix custom palettes, and frame with intention.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Ikiru at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration Ikiru Directed by Akira Kurosawa Saturday, September 6, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “I think this is one of the few movies that might actually be able to inspire someone to lead their life a little differently.”—Roger Ebert One of the greatest achievements by Akira Kurosawa, Ikiru shows the director … Continued
High and Low (Tengoku to jigoku) at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration High and Low (Tengoku to jigoku) Directed by Akira Kurosawa Saturday, September 6, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One of the best detective thrillers ever filmed.”—A.O. Scott, New York Times Toshiro Mifune is unforgettable as Kingo Gondo, a wealthy industrialist whose family becomes the target of a cold-blooded … Continued
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour
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’ important contributions to art history. Free with general admission. Image: Torso , 2022 by Keltie Ferris
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
High and Low (Tengoku to jigoku) at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration High and Low (Tengoku to jigoku) Directed by Akira Kurosawa Sunday, September 7, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One of the best detective thrillers ever filmed.”—A.O. Scott, New York Times Toshiro Mifune is unforgettable as Kingo Gondo, a wealthy industrialist whose family becomes the target of a cold-blooded … Continued
Louisville Photo Biennial Reception & Keynote Speaker, Sam Abell
Louisville Photo Biennial Reception & Keynote Speaker, Sam Abell Reception 5:30-6:30 pm, Atrium Keynote Talk 6:30-7:30 pm, Grand Hall, free to register REGISTER The Louisville Photo Biennial, the region’s premier photographic festival, will be taking place from September 5 through November 9, 2025. Embracing local, national and international photography, this festival offers workshops, competitions, public … Continued
Memories at the Museum
Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and get connected with one another through a variety of social events and community-based activities determined by the individual needs and interests of the participants and that promote social interaction and companionship. … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
A Photographic Memory at Speed Cinema
A Photographic Memory Directed by Rachel Elizabeth Seed Friday, September 12, 6 pm, CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “This poetic gem is a journey from the weight of absence to the serenity of presence.”—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times Winner of the Truer Than Fiction Award at the 2025 Film Independent … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
A Photographic Memory at Speed Cinema
A Photographic Memory Directed by Rachel Elizabeth Seed Saturday, September 13, 3 pm, CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “This poetic gem is a journey from the weight of absence to the serenity of presence.”—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times Winner of the Truer Than Fiction Award at the 2025 Film Independent … Continued
Monk in Pieces at Speed Cinema
Monk in Pieces Directed by Billy Shebar and David C. Roberts Saturday, September 13, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Directors Billy Shebar and David C. Roberts present the rich tapestry of music, which is frequently based around soaring vocalizations that swoop and loop across her three-octave range, sometimes sounding primal, sometimes … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Monk in Pieces at Speed Cinema
Monk in Pieces Directed by Billy Shebar and David C. Roberts Sunday, September 14, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Directors Billy Shebar and David C. Roberts present the rich tapestry of music, which is frequently based around soaring vocalizations that swoop and loop across her three-octave range, sometimes sounding primal, sometimes … Continued
Henry Fonda for President at Speed Cinema
Henry Fonda for President Directed by Alexander Horwath Thursday, September 18, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Ambitious and enthralling.”—Imogen Sara Smith, Cineaste The story of Henry Fonda, both on screen and off, is the story of the United States. It’s a story of democratic yearnings and violent shortcomings, traceable not only … Continued
Art of Bourbon
The Art of Bourbon combines Kentucky’s official art museum with Kentucky’s greatest product to produce the region’s premier bourbon and whiskey auction party! Join us LIVE online to bid on some once-in-a-lifetime offerings and support the Speed! The Art of Bourbon is curated with the support of Wall Street Journal-Bestselling Author and renowned Bourbon critic Fred … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Lovers on the Bridge (Les amants du Pont-Neuf) at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration The Lovers on the Bridge (Les amants du Pont-Neuf) Directed by Leos Carax Friday, September 19, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “A go-for-broke dazzler.”—Los Angeles Times Leos Carax’s delirious saga of l’amour fou burns with an intoxicating stylistic freedom as it traces the highs and lows … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Lovers on the Bridge (Les amants du Pont-Neuf) at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration The Lovers on the Bridge (Les amants du Pont-Neuf) Directed by Leos Carax Saturday, September 20, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “A go-for-broke dazzler.”—Los Angeles Times Leos Carax’s delirious saga of l’amour fou burns with an intoxicating stylistic freedom as it traces the highs and lows … Continued
The Lovers on the Bridge (Les amants du Pont-Neuf) at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration The Lovers on the Bridge (Les amants du Pont-Neuf) Directed by Leos Carax Saturday, September 20, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “A go-for-broke dazzler.”—Los Angeles Times Leos Carax’s delirious saga of l’amour fou burns with an intoxicating stylistic freedom as it traces the highs and lows … Continued
The Flicker and Tony Conrad: DreaMinimalist at Speed Cinema
Lamplightings The Flicker and Tony Conrad: DreaMinimalist Various Directors Sunday, September 21, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members An essential figure of both underground film and music, Tony Conrad’s explorations of minimalism in image and sounds defined such movements as structuralism in cinema and sonically influenced the likes of Lou Reed and Terry Riley. … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Lovers on the Bridge (Les amants du Pont-Neuf) at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration The Lovers on the Bridge (Les amants du Pont-Neuf) Directed by Leos Carax Sunday, September 21, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “A go-for-broke dazzler.”—Los Angeles Times Leos Carax’s delirious saga of l’amour fou burns with an intoxicating stylistic freedom as it traces the highs and lows … Continued
Backside at Speed Cinema
Backside Directed by Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana Thursday, September 25, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving portrait of unsung heroes.”—Christopher Reed, Hammer to Nail Backside offers an intimate and tender glimpse into the lives of primarily immigrant workers who begin their days at 4 am, seven days a week, year-round, caring for some … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Backside at Speed Cinema
Backside Directed by Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana Friday, September 26, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS | LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving portrait of unsung heroes.”—Christopher Reed, Hammer to Nail Backside offers an intimate and tender glimpse into the lives of primarily immigrant workers who begin their days at 4 am, seven days a week, … Continued
Backside at Speed Cinema
Backside Directed by Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana Saturday, September 27, 12 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving portrait of unsung heroes.”—Christopher Reed, Hammer to Nail Backside offers an intimate and tender glimpse into the lives of primarily immigrant workers who begin their days at 4 am, seven days a week, year-round, caring for some … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Backside at Speed Cinema
Backside Directed by Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana Saturday, September 27, 3 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving portrait of unsung heroes.”—Christopher Reed, Hammer to Nail Backside offers an intimate and tender glimpse into the lives of primarily immigrant workers who begin their days at 4 am, seven days a week, year-round, caring for some … Continued
Backside at Speed Cinema
Backside Directed by Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana Saturday, September 27, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving portrait of unsung heroes.”—Christopher Reed, Hammer to Nail Backside offers an intimate and tender glimpse into the lives of primarily immigrant workers who begin their days at 4 am, seven days a week, year-round, caring for some … Continued
Backside at Speed Cinema
Backside Directed by Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana Sunday, September 28, 12:30 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving portrait of unsung heroes.”—Christopher Reed, Hammer to Nail Backside offers an intimate and tender glimpse into the lives of primarily immigrant workers who begin their days at 4 am, seven days a week, year-round, caring for some … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
September Community Day
Community Day will be celebrating the new film Backside, which shares the stories of many of the grooms who care for the horses at Churchill Downs. There will be two ticketed screenings of Backside with the English version at 12:30 and the Spanish version at 3:30 pm. Directed by Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana Sunday, September 28, … Continued
Backside at Speed Cinema
Backside Directed by Raúl O. Paz-Pastrana Sunday, September 28, 3:30 pm (Spanish version with discussion in Spanish) CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving portrait of unsung heroes.”—Christopher Reed, Hammer to Nail Backside offers an intimate and tender glimpse into the lives of primarily immigrant workers who begin their days at 4 am, seven days … Continued
Celebrate the Grand Opening of the Art Park
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | Free, All-Day Celebration Louisville’s newest public space is here! The three-acre Elizabeth P. and Frederick K. Cressman Art Park, designed by acclaimed landscape architects Reed Hilderbrand, brings the Speed Art Museum’s collection outdoors, offering spaces to gather, reflect, and explore. Our October 1 grand opening features free programming, inviting Louisvillians … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 History of Sound at Speed Cinema
The History of Sound Directed by Oliver Hermanus Friday, October 3, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A beautiful period drama that’s as gorgeous as it is heartbreaking.”—Lou Thomas, NME The History of Sound is a sweeping, moving and tender romance that spans decades and continents. In 1917, Lionel (Paul Mescal)—a young, talented music … Continued
October Adult Workshop
SOLD OUT Facilitated by: Mark Brown Project: Screenprinting inspired by the Art Park Description: Celebrate the opening of the Speed Art Museum’s new Art Park with a hands-on Screenprinting workshop! Participants will create prints inspired by the park’s sculptures and natural elements. We’ll provide paper and fabric for experimenting, and participants are also invited to bring 1–2 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 History of Sound at Speed Cinema
The History of Sound Directed by Oliver Hermanus Saturday, October 4, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A beautiful period drama that’s as gorgeous as it is heartbreaking.”—Lou Thomas, NME The History of Sound is a sweeping, moving and tender romance that spans decades and continents. In 1917, Lionel (Paul Mescal)—a young, talented music … Continued
The History of Sound at Speed Cinema
The History of Sound Directed by Oliver Hermanus Saturday, October 4, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A beautiful period drama that’s as gorgeous as it is heartbreaking.”—Lou Thomas, NME The History of Sound is a sweeping, moving and tender romance that spans decades and continents. In 1917, Lionel (Paul Mescal)—a young, talented music … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 History of Sound at Speed Cinema
The History of Sound Directed by Oliver Hermanus Sunday, October 5, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A beautiful period drama that’s as gorgeous as it is heartbreaking.”—Lou Thomas, NME The History of Sound is a sweeping, moving and tender romance that spans decades and continents. In 1917, Lionel (Paul Mescal)—a young, talented music … Continued
Memories at the Museum
Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and get connected with one another through a variety of social events and community-based activities determined by the individual needs and interests of the participants and that promote social interaction and companionship. … Continued
Opening of Vian Sora: Outerworlds
Vian Sora: Outerworlds October 10, 2025 – January 18, 2026 Chellgren Gallery and Gallery 4 Born in Baghdad and now based in Louisville, artist Vian Sora (b. 1976) creates dazzlingly layered abstractions that channel the turbulence of history, memory, and the natural world. Outerworlds—her first solo museum exhibition in the United States—assembles major works from the … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Yi Yi (A One and a Two …) at Speed Cinema
4K Digital Restoration/25th Anniversary Yi Yi (A One and a Two . . .) Directed by Edward Yang Friday, October 10, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members The extraordinary, internationally embraced Yi Yi (A One and a Two . . .), directed by the late Taiwanese master Edward Yang, follows a middle-class family in Taipei over the … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Yi Yi (A One and a Two …) at Speed Cinema
4K Digital Restoration/25th Anniversary Yi Yi (A One and a Two . . .) Directed by Edward Yang Saturday, October 11, 2 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members The extraordinary, internationally embraced Yi Yi (A One and a Two . . .), directed by the late Taiwanese master Edward Yang, follows a middle-class family in Taipei over the … Continued
Yi Yi (A One and a Two …) at Speed Cinema
4K Digital Restoration/25th Anniversary Yi Yi (A One and a Two . . .) Directed by Edward Yang Saturday, October 11, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members The extraordinary, internationally embraced Yi Yi (A One and a Two . . .), directed by the late Taiwanese master Edward Yang, follows a middle-class family in Taipei over the … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Two Films by Carolee Schneemann at Speed Cinema
Two Films by Carolee Schneemann Sunday, October 12, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members A revolutionary artist, Carolee Schneemann’s work in painting, performance, film, and other media has repeatedly confronted and rewritten the aesthetic codes of gender, sexuality, and the body. In cinema, Schneemann’s transgressive instincts led her to challenge the traditional … Continued
The Adele and Leonard Leight Series: Garth Johnson
The Adele and Leonard Leight Series: Art, Design and Innovation presents Garth Johnson, Paul Phillips and Sharon Sullivan Curator of Ceramics at the Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse, New York Sunday, October 12 2 pm, Grand Hall Free to register REGISTER State of Clay: California Ceramics at the Speed The Adele and Leonard Leight collection … Continued
Speed Chat Spot – Vian Sora: Outerworlds
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot | Manuel Álvarez Bravo Photographs
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Yi Yi (A One and a Two …) at Speed Cinema
4K Digital Restoration/25th Anniversary Yi Yi (A One and a Two . . .) Directed by Edward Yang Sunday, October 12, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members The extraordinary, internationally embraced Yi Yi (A One and a Two . . .), directed by the late Taiwanese master Edward Yang, follows a middle-class family in Taipei over the … Continued
Studio Visit with Vian Sora
Exclusive Event: Studio Visit with Vian Sora Wednesday, October 15 6–8 pm $100 per person, refreshments included You are invited to an intimate studio visit with artist Vian Sora and curator Tyler Blackwell to learn more about her work and processes firsthand. Come to explore Vian Sora: Outerworlds at your own leisure, then join us in … Continued
Opening of Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel
Otherworldly Journeys - The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel October 17, 2025 – February 1, 2026 Special Exhibition 3rd Floor North Building The art of Bosch and Bruegel is full of imagination and fantasy. At a time when other artists adhered to tradition, Hieronymus Bosch and Pieter Bruegel were constantly developing novel subject matter … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
A House of Dynamite at Speed Cinema
A House of Dynamite Directed by Kathryn Bigelow Friday, October 17, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A House of Dynamite may actually be the scariest thig you watch all year.”—Kyle Buchanan, The New York Times The detection of an unidentified incoming missile sets in motion an escalating series of actions and reactions across … Continued
October Speed Reading Book Club
Join us for Speed Reading Book Club, a book discussion inspired by both special exhibitions and artworks in the Speed's permanent collection! Mention the Speed Reading Book Club at Carmichael’s Bookstore Carmichael's Bookstore | Louisville's Oldest Independent Bookstore (or in the comments for online purchases) to get a 20% discount on any Speed Reading Book Club selection. … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot | Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
A House of Dynamite at Speed Cinema
A House of Dynamite Directed by Kathryn Bigelow Saturday, October 18, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A House of Dynamite may actually be the scariest thig you watch all year.”—Kyle Buchanan, The New York Times The detection of an unidentified incoming missile sets in motion an escalating series of actions and reactions across … Continued
A House of Dynamite at Speed Cinema
A House of Dynamite Directed by Kathryn Bigelow Saturday, October 18, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A House of Dynamite may actually be the scariest thig you watch all year.”—Kyle Buchanan, The New York Times The detection of an unidentified incoming missile sets in motion an escalating series of actions and reactions across … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot – Vian Sora: Outerworlds
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot | Manuel Álvarez Bravo Photographs
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
A House of Dynamite at Speed Cinema
A House of Dynamite Directed by Kathryn Bigelow Sunday, October 19, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A House of Dynamite may actually be the scariest thig you watch all year.”—Kyle Buchanan, The New York Times The detection of an unidentified incoming missile sets in motion an escalating series of actions and reactions across … Continued
Perfect Blue at Speed Cinema
New 4K Restoration Perfect Blue Directed by Satoshi Kon Wednesday, October 22, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Perfect Blue may have been way ahead of its time, but every passing day makes it clearer that Kon’s film was the real thing.”—David Ehrlich, IndieWire Mima Kirigoe, a former pop idol, makes a … Continued
Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp and the Biotech Revolution at Speed Cinema
Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp and the Biotech Revolution Directed by Bill Haney Thursday, October 23, 6 pm CINEMA + | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and KY INBRE members “Phil Sharp’s journey is a roadmap for the future of science and innovation. Cracking the Code not only celebrates his achievements but also challenges us to imagine … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Friday, October 24, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot | Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Saturday, October 25, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Saturday, October 25, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Saturday, October 25, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel Drop In Tour
Explore the new special exhibition, Otherworldly Journeys - The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel, and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on this exhibition. Free with admission to this exhibition.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Sunday, October 26, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Speed Chat Spot – Vian Sora: Outerworlds
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot | Manuel Álvarez Bravo Photographs
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Wednesday, October 29, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Wednesday, October 29, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Thursday, October 30, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Frankenstein at Speed Cinema
Frankenstein Directed by Guillermo del Toro Thursday, October 30, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A moving masterpiece of horror and romance.”—Kristy Puchko, Mashable Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, in which a brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Nouvelle Vague at Speed Cinema
Nouvelle Vague Directed by Richard Linklater Friday, October 31, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “An elegant love letter to the influential era in French cinema.”—Tomris Laffly, Elle Nouvelle Vague is Oscar-nominated director Richard Linklater’s love letter to the revolutionary magic of the French New Wave, reimagining the making of Jean-Luc … Continued
Speed Chat Spot | Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Nouvelle Vague at Speed Cinema
Nouvelle Vague Directed by Richard Linklater Saturday, November 1, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “An elegant love letter to the influential era in French cinema.”—Tomris Laffly, Elle Nouvelle Vague is Oscar-nominated director Richard Linklater’s love letter to the revolutionary magic of the French New Wave, reimagining the making of Jean-Luc … Continued
Nouvelle Vague at Speed Cinema
Nouvelle Vague Directed by Richard Linklater Saturday, November 1, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “An elegant love letter to the influential era in French cinema.”—Tomris Laffly, Elle Nouvelle Vague is Oscar-nominated director Richard Linklater’s love letter to the revolutionary magic of the French New Wave, reimagining the making of Jean-Luc … Continued
Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel Drop In Tour
Explore the new special exhibition, Otherworldly Journeys - The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel, and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on this exhibition. Free with admission to this exhibition.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot – Vian Sora: Outerworlds
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot | Manuel Álvarez Bravo Photographs
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Nouvelle Vague at Speed Cinema
Nouvelle Vague Directed by Richard Linklater Sunday, November 2, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Alliance Française members “An elegant love letter to the influential era in French cinema.”—Tomris Laffly, Elle Nouvelle Vague is Oscar-nominated director Richard Linklater’s love letter to the revolutionary magic of the French New Wave, reimagining the making of Jean-Luc … Continued
Opening of LaVon Van Williams Jr. – Everything Must Change
LaVon Van Williams Jr. - Everything Must Change November 6, 2025 – March 8, 2026 Kentucky Gallery Based in Lexington, Kentucky, LaVon Van Williams Jr. creates dynamic narratives via carved and polychromed figures and panels, along with paintings on canvas. Some works speak to his own life, identity, and experiences or to episodes in Black … Continued
Train Dreams at Speed Cinema
Train Dreams Directed by Clint Bentley Friday, November 7, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Train Dreams taps into the rough-hewn pioneer poetry of individualism and brutality in a vast wilderness.”—Nicolas Rapold, Financial Times Based on the beloved novella by Denis Johnson, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier (Golden Globe-nominee Joel Edgerton), … Continued
Speed Chat Spot | Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Train Dreams at Speed Cinema
Train Dreams Directed by Clint Bentley Saturday, November 8, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Train Dreams taps into the rough-hewn pioneer poetry of individualism and brutality in a vast wilderness.”—Nicolas Rapold, Financial Times Based on the beloved novella by Denis Johnson, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier (Golden Globe-nominee Joel Edgerton), … Continued
Train Dreams at Speed Cinema
Train Dreams Directed by Clint Bentley Saturday, November 8, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Train Dreams taps into the rough-hewn pioneer poetry of individualism and brutality in a vast wilderness.”—Nicolas Rapold, Financial Times Based on the beloved novella by Denis Johnson, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier (Golden Globe-nominee Joel Edgerton), … Continued
Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel Drop In Tour
Explore the new special exhibition, Otherworldly Journeys - The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel, and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on this exhibition. Free with admission to this exhibition.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot – Vian Sora: Outerworlds
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot | Manuel Álvarez Bravo Photographs
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Train Dreams at Speed Cinema
Train Dreams Directed by Clint Bentley Sunday, September 9, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Train Dreams taps into the rough-hewn pioneer poetry of individualism and brutality in a vast wilderness.”—Nicolas Rapold, Financial Times Based on the beloved novella by Denis Johnson, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier (Golden Globe-nominee Joel Edgerton), … Continued
Memories at the Museum
Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and get connected with one another through a variety of social events and community-based activities determined by the individual needs and interests of the participants and that promote social interaction and companionship. … Continued
The Mastermind at Speed Cinema
The Mastermind Directed by Kelly Reichardt Friday, November 14, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS “A dazzling little caper enlivened by the spirit of the 1970s cinema.”—Elle Celebrated filmmaker Kelly Reichardt (First Cow, Showing Up) directs an unforgettable Josh O’Connor in The Mastermind, her latest Cannes triumph. In a sedate Massachusetts suburb circa 1970, unemployed family man and amateur … Continued
Speed Chat Spot | Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
The Mastermind at Speed Cinema
The Mastermind Directed by Kelly Reichardt Saturday, November 15, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS “A dazzling little caper enlivened by the spirit of the 1970s cinema.”—Elle Celebrated filmmaker Kelly Reichardt (First Cow, Showing Up) directs an unforgettable Josh O’Connor in The Mastermind, her latest Cannes triumph. In a sedate Massachusetts suburb circa 1970, unemployed family man and amateur … Continued
The Mastermind at Speed Cinema
The Mastermind Directed by Kelly Reichardt Saturday, November 15, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS “A dazzling little caper enlivened by the spirit of the 1970s cinema.”—Elle Celebrated filmmaker Kelly Reichardt (First Cow, Showing Up) directs an unforgettable Josh O’Connor in The Mastermind, her latest Cannes triumph. In a sedate Massachusetts suburb circa 1970, unemployed family man and amateur … Continued
Otherworldly Journeys – The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel Drop In Tour
Explore the new special exhibition, Otherworldly Journeys - The Fantastical Worlds of Bosch and Bruegel, and engage in conversations during this one-hour Docent-guided tour focused on this exhibition. Free with admission to this exhibition.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Speed Chat Spot – Vian Sora: Outerworlds
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
Speed Chat Spot | Manuel Álvarez Bravo Photographs
Check out Speed Chat Spots. During this time frame a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in the Front Lobby upon arrival.
The Mastermind at Speed Cinema
The Mastermind Directed by Kelly Reichardt Sunday, November 16, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS “A dazzling little caper enlivened by the spirit of the 1970s cinema.”—Elle Celebrated filmmaker Kelly Reichardt (First Cow, Showing Up) directs an unforgettable Josh O’Connor in The Mastermind, her latest Cannes triumph. In a sedate Massachusetts suburb circa 1970, unemployed family man and amateur … Continued