7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It at Speed Cinema February 25 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It at Speed Cinema Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It Directed by Paris Barclay Wednesday, February 25, 7 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed and LPM members “An eye-opening look at the organ prodigy who fused with the Beatles and helped to forge funk . . . But as the documentary reveals, Billy Preston was […]
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm A. S. Hamrah presents Werner Herzog’s Stroszek at Speed Cinema February 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm A. S. Hamrah presents Werner Herzog’s Stroszek at Speed Cinema Film Critic Selects A. S. Hamrah presents Werner Herzog’s Stroszek Thursday, February 26, 6 pm, CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members| Free for Speed Cinephiles and UofL students, faculty, and staff A. S. Hamrah, the film critic at n+1 and author of the recently published Last Week in End Times Cinema and Algorithm of the Night, will introduce […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour February 27 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Live Action Short Films February 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Live Action Short Films 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films For the 21th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences […]
12:00 pm - 2:45 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Documentary Short Films February 28 @ 12:00 pm - 2:45 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Documentary Short Films 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films For the 21th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot February 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour February 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films February 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films For the 21th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 1 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films March 1 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films For the 21th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 1 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 1 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It at Speed Cinema March 1 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It at Speed Cinema Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It Directed by Paris Barclay Sunday, March 1, 3 pm | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed and LPM members “An eye-opening look at the organ prodigy who fused with the Beatles and helped to forge funk . . . But as the documentary reveals, Billy Preston was […]
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films March 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films For the 21th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 6 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
2026-03-07 Museum Closed Museum Closed March 7 Museum Closed The Speed will be closed to the public today for the decoration and presentation of the Speed Art Museum Ball. PLAN YOUR VISIT
9:00 pm - 11:59 pm Late Night at the Speed Art Museum Ball March 7 @ 9:00 pm - 11:59 pm Late Night at the Speed Art Museum Ball Late Night at the Speed Art Museum Ball March 7, 9 to midnight Join us for the annual Speed Art Museum Ball's vibrant after party, with dancing desserts and music provided by Atlanta Rhythm & Groove starting at 9 pm. Your ticket to “Late Night helps support the Speed and it’s mission to help everyone […]
2026-03-08 Museum Closed | Cinema Open Museum Closed | Cinema Open March 8 Museum Closed | Cinema Open The Speed will be closed to the public today to reset our Museum after our annual Speed Art Museum Ball. The Speed Cinema is open, please use the south Cinema entrance for entry. PLAN YOUR VISIT
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films March 8 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films For the 21th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences […]
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Live Action Short Films March 8 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Live Action Short Films 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films For the 21th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 13 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sirāt at Speed Cinema March 13 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sirāt at Speed Cinema Sirāt Directed by Oliver Laxe 2026 Academy Award nominations – Best Sound, Best International Feature Friday, March 13, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It’s a reminder of what movies can do when they loosen the restraints of traditional narrative and remember that images are meant to evoke as much as they […]
8:30 am - 11:30 am Speed Family: Film + Fun March 14 @ 8:30 am - 11:30 am Speed Family: Film + Fun Speed Family: Film + Fun | A monthly Saturday morning for curious kids and their grown-ups Speed Family is a relaxed Saturday morning program for children and the adults who care for them. Each month includes a family-friendly film, story time, and hands-on artmaking, with time to explore together at an easy pace. The program is welcoming […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 14 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 14 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sirāt at Speed Cinema March 14 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sirāt at Speed Cinema Sirāt Directed by Oliver Laxe 2026 Academy Award nominations – Best Sound, Best International Feature Saturday, March 14, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It’s a reminder of what movies can do when they loosen the restraints of traditional narrative and remember that images are meant to evoke as much as they […]
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sirāt at Speed Cinema March 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sirāt at Speed Cinema Sirāt Directed by Oliver Laxe 2026 Academy Award nominations – Best Sound, Best International Feature Saturday, March 14, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It’s a reminder of what movies can do when they loosen the restraints of traditional narrative and remember that images are meant to evoke as much as they […]
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour March 15 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 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 us an exploration of queer and trans artists’ important contributions to art history. Free with general admission. Image: Torso , 2022 by Keltie Ferris
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 15 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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.
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sirāt at Speed Cinema March 15 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sirāt at Speed Cinema Sirāt Directed by Oliver Laxe 2026 Academy Award nominations – Best Sound, Best International Feature Sunday, March 15, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It’s a reminder of what movies can do when they loosen the restraints of traditional narrative and remember that images are meant to evoke as much as they […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 20 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Elephant Man at Speed Cinema March 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Elephant Man at Speed Cinema New 4K Restoration The Elephant Man Directed by David Lynch Friday, March 20, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “From deep beneath layers of latex makeup, Hurt inhabits a highly specific physical and behavioral characterization, while also conveying the essential, universal loneliness of the human soul.”—Adam Nayman, The Ringer With this poignant second […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 21 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 21 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Exhibition on Screen: Turner & Constable at Speed Cinema March 21 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Exhibition on Screen: Turner & Constable at Speed Cinema Exhibition on Screen Turner & Constable Directed by David Bickerstaff Saturday, March 21, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members Celebrating the 250th anniversary of their births, this unmissable new documentary explores Turner and Constable’s intertwined lives and legacies alongside the groundbreaking Tate exhibition. Two of Britain’s greatest painters, J.M.W. Turner and John […]
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm The Missing Pieces at Speed Cinema March 21 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm The Missing Pieces at Speed Cinema The Missing Pieces Directed by David Lynch Saturday, March 21, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members The Missing Pieces compiles deleted and alternative takes from the film Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me, as assembled by David Lynch. In the town of Twin Peaks, everyone has their secrets—but especially Laura Palmer (Sheryl Lee). In […]
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Elephant Man at Speed Cinema March 21 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Elephant Man at Speed Cinema New 4K Restoration The Elephant Man Directed by David Lynch Saturday, March 21, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “From deep beneath layers of latex makeup, Hurt inhabits a highly specific physical and behavioral characterization, while also conveying the essential, universal loneliness of the human soul.”—Adam Nayman, The Ringer With this poignant second […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 22 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 22 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Exhibition on Screen: Turner & Constable at Speed Cinema March 22 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Exhibition on Screen: Turner & Constable at Speed Cinema Exhibition on Screen Turner & Constable Directed by David Bickerstaff Sunday, March 22, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members Celebrating the 250th anniversary of their births, this unmissable new documentary explores Turner and Constable’s intertwined lives and legacies alongside the groundbreaking Tate exhibition. Two of Britain’s greatest painters, J.M.W. Turner and John […]
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 22 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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.
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Nosferatu X Radiohead at Speed Cinema March 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Nosferatu X Radiohead at Speed Cinema Silents Synced Nosferatu X Radiohead Directed by F. W. Murnau Thursday, March 26, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and LPM members Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, F.W. Murnau’s celebrated silent-era vampire film, has been given new life for the 21st century: It’s returning to theaters with its orchestral classical score replaced by Radiohead’s […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 27 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Sound of Falling at Speed Cinema March 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Sound of Falling at Speed Cinema Sound of Falling Directed by Mascha Schilinski Friday, March 27, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Mascha Schilinski’s superb feature is a masterclass in ethereal, unnerving brilliance.”—Damon Wise, Deadline In Mascha Schilinski’s transcendent Sound of Falling, fragments from a hundred years in one farmhouse coalesce into a cinematic flood of memory. Germany’s shortlisted Best […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Sound of Falling at Speed Cinema March 28 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Sound of Falling at Speed Cinema Sound of Falling Directed by Mascha Schilinski Saturday, March 28, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Mascha Schilinski’s superb feature is a masterclass in ethereal, unnerving brilliance.”—Damon Wise, Deadline In Mascha Schilinski’s transcendent Sound of Falling, fragments from a hundred years in one farmhouse coalesce into a cinematic flood of memory. Germany’s shortlisted Best […]
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Natchez at Speed Cinema March 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Natchez at Speed Cinema Natchez Directed by Suzannah Herbert Saturday, March 28, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A piercing portrait of a Mississippi town’s Antebellum tourism industry.” — Ross McIndoe, Slant Natchez captures an unsettling clash between history and memory in a small Mississippi town; a layered mosaic of people contending with the weight of the past […]
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Small Change (L’argent de poche) at Speed Cinema March 29 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Small Change (L’argent de poche) at Speed Cinema 2026 French Film Festival Small Change (L’argent de poche) Directed by François Truffaut Sunday, March 29, 12:30 pm CINEMA + | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members| Free for UofL students, faculty, and staff “Francois Truffaut’s series of sketches on the general theme of the resilience of children turns out to be that rarity – a […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 29 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour March 29 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Speed Chat Spot March 29 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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.
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Natchez at Speed Cinema March 29 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Natchez at Speed Cinema Natchez Directed by Suzannah Herbert Sunday, March 29, 3:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A piercing portrait of a Mississippi town’s Antebellum tourism industry.” — Ross McIndoe, Slant Natchez captures an unsettling clash between history and memory in a small Mississippi town; a layered mosaic of people contending with the weight of the past […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour April 3 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
10:30 am - 12:30 pm April Adult Workshop – Plein Air Watercolor April 4 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm April Adult Workshop – Plein Air Watercolor April 4th, 2026 Facilitated by: Emily Fautz Project: Plein Air Watercolor: A Relaxed Painting Workshop REGISTER Come enjoy a laid-back watercolor workshop as you soak in the sights of our art park and paint along with us. All materials are provided, and no experience is needed. We’ll be painting outdoors to enjoy the fresh air, […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot April 4 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Speed Chat Spot April 5 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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.
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Speed Chat Spot April 5 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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.
March 15 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour
Late Night at the Speed Art Museum Ball Mar 7 Late Night at the Speed Art Museum Ball 9:00 pm - 11:59 pm
2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films Mar 8 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Animated Short Films 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Live Action Short Films Mar 8 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films – Live Action Short Films 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour Mar 15 Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm