2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Speed Chat Spot September 3 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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.
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Speed Social: Connect + Sketch September 3 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Speed Social: Connect + Sketch Speed Social: Connect + Sketch A monthly evening gathering for adults to unwind and create Cost: $18/non-member, $15/member REGISTER This month’s theme is Back to looking, easing your way back into the museum after Summer. Starting this month, Speed Social moves to 4–6 PM, an earlier happy hour designed to make it easier to drop in after work, enjoy a […]
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour September 4 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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 - 7:30 pm 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour at Speed Cinema September 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour at Speed Cinema 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour Various directors Friday, September 4, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed, Louisville Film Society, and Women in Film-KY members The 2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour provides a curated glimpse into the festival’s selections, highlighting the depth of narrative possibilities explored in the short film format. […]
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Speed Studio: Process + Practice | Adult Workshop September 5 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Speed Studio: Process + Practice | Adult Workshop REGISTER Instructor: Stephen Batiz "Moment in Time" Inspired by Kentucky cabinetmaker William Lowry's remarkable tall clock, participants will design and build a working clock with a creative twist. Like Lowry's clock, which transforms from a daytime to a nighttime scene, your clock will feature a moving element that changes as time passes. Using simple materials […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour September 5 @ 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 - 4:30 pm 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour at Speed Cinema September 5 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour at Speed Cinema 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour Various directors Saturday, September 5, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed, Louisville Film Society, and Women in Film-KY members The 2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour provides a curated glimpse into the festival’s selections, highlighting the depth of narrative possibilities explored in the short film format. […]
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour at Speed Cinema September 5 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour at Speed Cinema 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour Various directors Sunday, September 6, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed, Louisville Film Society, and Women in Film-KY members The 2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour provides a curated glimpse into the festival’s selections, highlighting the depth of narrative possibilities explored in the short film format. […]
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour at Speed Cinema September 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour at Speed Cinema 2026 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Tour Various directors Saturday, September 5, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed, Louisville Film Society, and Women in Film-KY members The 2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour provides a curated glimpse into the festival’s selections, highlighting the depth of narrative possibilities explored in the short film format. […]
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Speed Chat Spot September 6 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 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 September 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.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Speed Chat Spot September 6 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Speed Chat Spot September 10 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour September 11 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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 Samurai and the Prisoner at Speed Cinema September 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Samurai and the Prisoner at Speed Cinema The Samurai and the Prisoner Directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa Friday, September 11, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Kurosawa turns this samurai drama into an atmospheric and beautifully crafted tale of intrigue, deception, and moral complexity.”—Rene Sanchez, Cine Sin Fronteras Orchestrated with an intelligence as sharp as a katana’s edge, The Samurai and the […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour September 12 @ 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.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Samurai and the Prisoner at Speed Cinema September 12 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Samurai and the Prisoner at Speed Cinema The Samurai and the Prisoner Directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa Saturday, September 12, 2 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Kurosawa turns this samurai drama into an atmospheric and beautifully crafted tale of intrigue, deception, and moral complexity.”—Rene Sanchez, Cine Sin Fronteras Orchestrated with an intelligence as sharp as a katana’s edge, The Samurai and the […]
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Samurai and the Prisoner at Speed Cinema September 12 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Samurai and the Prisoner at Speed Cinema The Samurai and the Prisoner Directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa Saturday, September 12, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Kurosawa turns this samurai drama into an atmospheric and beautifully crafted tale of intrigue, deception, and moral complexity.”—Rene Sanchez, Cine Sin Fronteras Orchestrated with an intelligence as sharp as a katana’s edge, The Samurai and the […]
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Speed Chat Spot September 13 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 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 September 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.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Samurai and the Prisoner at Speed Cinema September 13 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Samurai and the Prisoner at Speed Cinema The Samurai and the Prisoner Directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa Sunday, September 13, 2 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Kurosawa turns this samurai drama into an atmospheric and beautifully crafted tale of intrigue, deception, and moral complexity.”—Rene Sanchez, Cine Sin Fronteras Orchestrated with an intelligence as sharp as a katana’s edge, The Samurai and the […]
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Speed Chat Spot September 13 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Speed Chat Spot September 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour September 18 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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 Rose of Nevada at Speed Cinema September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Rose of Nevada at Speed Cinema 35mm Print Rose of Nevada Directed by Mark Jenkin Friday, September 18, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Otherworldly, unearthly, dream-draped . . . a whisper of story, suggests of fairytale and time travel, but what makes Mark Jenkin’s films adhesive is exacting technique. Story is elusive, but the fragments, the instants […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour September 19 @ 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 - 4:30 pm Barbara Forever at Speed Cinema September 19 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Barbara Forever at Speed Cinema Barbara Forever Directed by Brydie O’Connor Saturday, September 19, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Beyond just telling the story of the life of a trailblazing lesbian filmmaker, the documentary is an intimate portrait of a fascinating and indomitable woman who treated life as the ultimate adventure.”—Aviva Dove-Viebahn, Ms. […]
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Rose of Nevada at Speed Cinema September 19 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Rose of Nevada at Speed Cinema 35mm Print Rose of Nevada Directed by Mark Jenkin Saturday, September 19, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Otherworldly, unearthly, dream-draped . . . a whisper of story, suggests of fairytale and time travel, but what makes Mark Jenkin’s films adhesive is exacting technique. Story is elusive, but the fragments, the instants […]
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour September 20 @ 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 - 4:00 pm Speed Together: Explore + Create September 20 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Speed Together: Explore + Create Speed Together: Explore + Create A monthly Sunday of art, creativity, and self-guided discovery Speed Together is a free Sunday program that focuses on ART. This program offers the opportunity for families, friends, and first-time visitors to enjoy the galleries at their own pace, take advantage of Docent supported learning, or experiment with art materials […]
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Adele and Leonard Leight Series: Art, Design and Innovation presents Dr. Lindsy Parrott September 20 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Adele and Leonard Leight Series: Art, Design and Innovation presents Dr. Lindsy Parrott The Adele and Leonard Leight Series: Art, Design and Innovation Lecture series Free, registration required Featuring: Dr. Lindsy Parrott, Director of the Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Tiffany Lamps: Innovation, Desire, and Imitation REGISTER American artist Louis C. Tiffany’s colorful lamps debuted in 1898 and were an immediate sensation: the artistic glass shades and elaborate bronze […]
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Barbara Forever at Speed Cinema September 20 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Barbara Forever at Speed Cinema Barbara Forever Directed by Brydie O’Connor Sunday, September 20, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Beyond just telling the story of the life of a trailblazing lesbian filmmaker, the documentary is an intimate portrait of a fascinating and indomitable woman who treated life as the ultimate adventure.”—Aviva Dove-Viebahn, Ms. […]
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Speed Chat Spot September 24 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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.
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Louder Than Guns at Speed Cinema September 24 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Louder Than Guns at Speed Cinema Louder Than Guns Directed by Doug Pray Thursday, September 24, 7 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and LPM members In the wake of yet another horrific mass shooting, this time at The Covenant School in Nashville, Ketch Secor, lead singer of the popular country-bluegrass band Old Crow Medicine Show, decided it was […]
10:00 am - 11:30 am Speed Slow Down: Mama + Baby Flow September 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Speed Slow Down: Mama + Baby Flow Mama + Baby Flow with Encircle Movement, a part of Speed Slow Down: Rest + Restore 10am - 11:30am REGISTER Movement for Mamas and babies 0-6 months old. After the movement portion, participants can enjoy light refreshments, baby play, and connection. 45 minutes of gentle yoga for moms and pre-mobile babies from 6 weeks old. […]
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour September 25 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 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 - 7:30 pm The Cycle of Love at Speed Cinema September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm The Cycle of Love at Speed Cinema The Cycle of Love Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel Friday, September 25, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Delicate and heartwarming, Orlando von Einsiedel’s stirring documentary The Cycle of Love is the kind of film whose sweet subject transcends time and borders.”—Robert Daniels, RogerEbert.com A love story like no other, The Cycle of Love is an […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour September 26 @ 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 - 4:30 pm The Cycle of Love at Speed Cinema September 26 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm The Cycle of Love at Speed Cinema The Cycle of Love Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel Saturday, September 26, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Delicate and heartwarming, Orlando von Einsiedel’s stirring documentary The Cycle of Love is the kind of film whose sweet subject transcends time and borders.”—Robert Daniels, RogerEbert.com A love story like no other, The Cycle of Love is an inspiring, […]
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm The Cycle of Love at Speed Cinema September 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm The Cycle of Love at Speed Cinema The Cycle of Love Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel Saturday, September 27, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Delicate and heartwarming, Orlando von Einsiedel’s stirring documentary The Cycle of Love is the kind of film whose sweet subject transcends time and borders.”—Robert Daniels, RogerEbert.com A love story like no other, The Cycle of Love is an inspiring, […]
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tokyo Story at Speed Cinema September 27 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tokyo Story at Speed Cinema Faith on Film Tokyo Story Directed by Yasujiro Ozu Sunday, September 27, 3 pm CINEMA + Free, first come, first served “ ennobles the cinema. It says, yes, a movie can help us make small steps against our imperfections.”—Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times A profoundly stirring evocation of elemental humanity and universal heartbreak, Tokyo Story is the crowning achievement […]
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Speed Chat Spot September 27 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 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 September 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.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Speed Slow Down: Rest + Restore September 27 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Speed Slow Down: Rest + Restore Join us for yoga sessions designed to support movement, presence, and rest. Each month features a different yoga teacher and approach, accompanied by music and an opportunity to slow down and reconnect. All levels, all ages, and all bodies are welcome. REGISTER Bring your own yoga mat and water bottle, wear comfortable clothing, and bring […]
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm The Cycle of Love at Speed Cinema September 27 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm The Cycle of Love at Speed Cinema The Cycle of Love Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel Sunday, September 27, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Delicate and heartwarming, Orlando von Einsiedel’s stirring documentary The Cycle of Love is the kind of film whose sweet subject transcends time and borders.”—Robert Daniels, RogerEbert.com A love story like no other, The Cycle of Love is an inspiring, […]
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Speed Social: Connect + Sketch October 1 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Speed Social: Connect + Sketch Speed Social: Connect + Sketch A monthly evening gathering for adults to unwind and create Cost: $18/non-member, $15/member REGISTER Speed Social is a relaxed evening program for adults to connect, sketch, and socialize. Guests can enjoy music, drinks, and an informal drawing session. No instruction is required—just time to relax, be creative, and enjoy art in a social, welcoming atmosphere. Held […]
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler at Speed Cinema October 3 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler at Speed Cinema Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler Directed by David Bickerstaff Saturday, October 3, 12:30 pm CINEMA + | BUY TICKETS $14 | $10 Speed members In an era of great change and great beauty emerged the character of James McNeill Whistler. Considered by some to be one of the great innovators of 19th century art, he […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour October 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.
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler at Speed Cinema October 4 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler at Speed Cinema Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler Directed by David Bickerstaff Sunday, October 4, 12:30 pm CINEMA + | BUY TICKETS $14 | $10 Speed members In an era of great change and great beauty emerged the character of James McNeill Whistler. Considered by some to be one of the great innovators of 19th century art, he […]
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour October 4 @ 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.
September 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour
September 20 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Adele and Leonard Leight Series: Art, Design and Innovation presents Dr. Lindsy Parrott
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Adele and Leonard Leight Series: Art, Design and Innovation presents Dr. Lindsy Parrott
