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 Social: Connect + Sketch A monthly evening gathering for adults to unwind and create Cost: $18/non-member, $15/member REGISTER Join us for Speed Social, a creative happy hour with drawing, easy listening, conversation, a cash bar, and the perfect amount of chill. All materials are provided for drawing, and no experience is required. This month we’re testing our art history knowledge with […] |
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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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Essential Cinema/New 4K Restoration I Shot Andy Warhol Directed by Mary Harron Friday, July 3, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “ does two remarkable things in her movie: She makes Solanas almost sympathetic and sometimes moving and funny, and she creates a portrait of the Factory that’s […] |
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The Speed will be closed to the public today for the celebration of July 4th. We will be back open for visitors tomorrow, July 5. PLAN YOUR VISIT |
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Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […] 
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.
Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […] |
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Three Starring Warren Oates Two-Lane Blacktop Directed by Monte Hellman Wednesday, July 8, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “This is not a film about narrative but loneliness and life on the road, which it captures with a mysterious brilliance.” —Damon Wise, Empire Magazine Drag racing east from Los Angeles in a souped-up […] |
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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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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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Essential Cinema/New 4K Restoration No Picnic Directed by Philip Hartman Friday, July 10, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A forgotten eighties NYC movie is back, scuzzier and better than ever. No Picnic captures New York’s boho hipster Lower East Side on the edge of Reagan-era gentrification — and a new restoration just saved […] |
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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.
Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […]
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Essential Cinema/New 4K Restoration No Picnic Directed by Philip Hartman Saturday, July 11, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A forgotten eighties NYC movie is back, scuzzier and better than ever. No Picnic captures New York’s boho hipster Lower East Side on the edge of Reagan-era gentrification — and a new restoration just saved […] |
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Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […]
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.
Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […] |
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Three Starring Warren Oates The Hired Hand Directed by Peter Fonda Wednesday, July 15, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Fonda, touching as an actor, proves astonishing as a director, using a fluid, tactile style to conjure a life lived close to the elements and to sudden death.”—Michael Sragow, The New Yorker Having […] |
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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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Paint & Sip with Whet Your Palette Thursday, July 16 5–8:30 pm REGISTER Join the Speed and Whet Your Palette for an evening of painting and cocktails at the Museum. Create your own artwork inspired by Jan van den Hecke’s Flowers in a Glass Vase in the Speed's Dutch Masters permanent collection and currently on view. Your ticket includes: […]
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Sitting Still Produced, written, and directed by Gina M. Angelone Thursday, July 16, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed, American Institute of Architects Central Kentucky Chapter (AIA CKC), Kentucky American Planning Association (KAPA), Kentucky Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA KY) members Sitting Still explores the life and work of […] |
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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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Maddie’s Secret Written and directed by John Early Friday, July 17, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Early aces his own high-degree-of-difficulty assignment by leveraging his alt-comic instincts against a reverent (and revelatory) cinephilia.” —Adam Nayman, The Ringer Maddie’s Secret is comedian, writer, and actor John Early’s critically acclaimed directorial debut starring himself as […] |
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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.
Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […]
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Maddie’s Secret Written and directed by John Early Saturday, July 18, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Early aces his own high-degree-of-difficulty assignment by leveraging his alt-comic instincts against a reverent (and revelatory) cinephilia.” —Adam Nayman, The Ringer Maddie’s Secret is comedian, writer, and actor John Early’s critically acclaimed directorial debut starring himself as […] |
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Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour Join us an exploration of queer and trans artists’ important contributions to art history. Free with general admission. Image: Torso , 2022 by Keltie Ferris
Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […]
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Speed Together: Explore + Create A monthly Sunday of art, creativity, and self-guided discovery Experience the museum on a day dedicated to hands-on art making for all ages. Visit the classrooms in Art Sparks for an open art studio, spend time in Maker Space, or try thematic drop-in activities. |
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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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2026 Flyover Film Festival Cornbread Mafia + Q&A Directed by Evan Mascagni and Drew Morris Thursday, July 23, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $15 | $10 Speed and LFS members The largest marijuana syndicate in American history was not run out of Miami or New York, it came from a bunch of farmers in […]
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2026 Flyover Film Festival Cornbread Mafia + Q&A Directed by Evan Mascagni and Drew Morris Thursday, July 23, 8:30 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $15 | $10 Speed and LFS members The largest marijuana syndicate in American history was not run out of Miami or New York, it came from a bunch of farmers in […] |
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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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Will Poulter and Noah Centineo appear in Union County by Adam Meeks, an official selection of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute | photo by Stefan Weinberger. 2026 Flyover Film Festival Union County Written & Directed by Adam Meeks Friday, July 24, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $15 | $10 Speed and […] |
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2026 Flyover Film Festival Who Moves America Directed by Yael Bridge Saturday, July 25, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $15 | $10 Speed and LFS members As the deadline for a historic strike nears, UPS Teamsters across the United States navigate the challenges of building solidarity with their 340,000 co-workers. In Louisville, we meet Angel, […]
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.
Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […] |
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Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […]
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2026 Flyover Film Festival Pinball Directed by Naveen Chaubal Sunday, July 26, 12:30 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $15 | $10 Speed and LFS members In a contemplative coming of age portrait, Pinball follows Yosef, a spirited athlete, in Louisville, Kentucky as he dives into the memories of his journey from Iraq to America and […]
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. |
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Three Starring Warren Oates Cockfighter Directed by Monte Hellman Wednesday, July 29, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Hellman embraces, with visual nuance, a world of back roads and forests, grim motels and ramshackle arenas, and he approaches the intricacies of the subculture … with a cool Hemingwayesque moralism.”—Richard Brody, The New Yorker […] |
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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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The Cramps and The Mutants: The Napa State Tapes Directed by Joe Rees, Mike Plante, and Jason Willis Thursday, July 30, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and LPM members “One of the most seminal performances in the history of punk rock.”—Colby Smith, The Aither On June 13, 1978, the soon-to-be legendary rock […] |
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Art in Bloom July 31 – August 2, 2026, during regular museum hours Art in Bloom is back — and it's more spectacular than ever. For one vibrant weekend, the Speed Art Museum transforms into a living gallery as up to 15 of Louisville's most talented florists take over our permanent collection galleries, creating stunning […]
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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Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World Directed by Sasha Waters Freyer Friday, July 31, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “I am moved by soft nature that mirrors Oliver’s practice and mind,”—Cortlyn Kelly, RogerEbert.com If poetry had a pop icon, Mary Oliver would be it. Celebrated […] |
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Art in Bloom | July 31 – August 2, 2026 Pressed Botanicals: The Art of Pressed Flowers Saturday, August 1 | 1 – 2 PM $90 for members / $100 for non members | includes a glass of wine REGISTER Explore the timeless art of pressed flowers with Paula Henson of Above the Dirt: Garden […]
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.
Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […]
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Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World Directed by Sasha Waters Freyer Saturday, August 1, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “I am moved by soft nature that mirrors Oliver’s practice and mind,”—Cortlyn Kelly, RogerEbert.com If poetry had a pop icon, Mary Oliver would be it. Celebrated […] |
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Art in Bloom | July 31 – August 2, 2026 Closing Reception Sunday, August 2 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM $35 non-members | $25 members Cap off the weekend in style at our Art in Bloom closing reception. Celebrate the florists, the artwork, and the community that makes this event so special. TICKETS
Join a Docent and deep dive into the stories and works of Abstract Expressionists: The Women. You must have a special exhibition ticket to join in on this tour. Artwork credit: Pat Passlof Stove, 1959 Oil on linen, 77 x 69 in. © The Milton Resnick and Pat Passlof Foundation. Courtesy of Eric Firestone Gallery, […]
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.
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Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World Directed by Sasha Waters Freyer Sunday, August 2, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “I am moved by soft nature that mirrors Oliver’s practice and mind,”—Cortlyn Kelly, RogerEbert.com If poetry had a pop icon, Mary Oliver would be it. Celebrated […] |