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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’ … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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, … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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, … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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.” … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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, … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 Slow Down. Connect Deeply. Celebrate Through Art. Join us for June Community Day at the Speed, where we invite you to pause, reflect, … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
July Adult Workshop
REGISTER Facilitated by: Christina Clifford Project: Linocuts - Printmaking
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 … 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 … Continued
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 … 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 … 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 … 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.
Summer Cultural Pass Family Day
Join us for summertime fun with the family and explore the Speed through activities for all ages! All Family Day activities will be included in your ticket to the Museum … 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, … 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 … 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, … 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, … Continued
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 … 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.
Garage Sale at the Speed
SUMMER TIME GARAGE SALE! Who’s ready to score some sweet deals on one-of-a-kind Speed Museum merch? Head to our garage sale for discounted merchandise that will fill your home with … Continued
Garage Sale at the Speed
SUMMER TIME GARAGE SALE! Who’s ready to score some sweet deals on one-of-a-kind Speed Museum merch? Head to our garage sale for discounted merchandise that will fill your home with … Continued
Garage Sale at the Speed
SUMMER TIME GARAGE SALE! Who’s ready to score some sweet deals on one-of-a-kind Speed Museum merch? Head to our garage sale for discounted merchandise that will fill your home 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.
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Friday, August 1, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
August Adult Workshop
REGISTER Facilitated by: TBA Project: TBA
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 2, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 2, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … 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 … 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 … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 3, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
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 … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 3, 2:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 3, 4:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … 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 … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Wednesday, August 6, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Wednesday, August 6, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Thursday, August 7, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
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, … Continued
Cat Video Fest at Speed Cinema
CatVideoFest 2025 Edited by Will Braden Thursday, August 7, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats 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 … 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 … Continued
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, … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
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, … Continued
Fall Family Day
Bring your family to the Speed for a Fall Break adventure! The museum will be filled with activities for all ages, including art making, a scavenger hunt, fun 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … 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 … 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 … Continued
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, … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … 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 … Continued
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, … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continued
December 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 … Continued