Two visitors looking at a brilliant painting in the exhibition Composing Color: Paintings by Alma Thomas.

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5,000 years of art from around the world in Rochester, NY

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Composing Color

Paintings by Alma Thomas

Through May 25, 2025

Docent Gallery

Two works of art next to each other. The left is a grayscale photograph of a nude man's back. The right is an abstract print of a woman reclining.

Making Connections

Highlights from a Decade of Acquisitions

Through July 13, 2025

Lockhart Gallery

Standing robot made out of nine old-fashioned portable televisions.

Nam June Paik

Through April 20, 2025

Forman and Media Arts Watch Galleries

A bird flies through an abstract, geometric space in a mural painted on the walls of the Hurlbut Gallery.

Avinash Kumar’s Illusionary Odyssey

Ongoing

Hurlbut Gallery

Upcoming Programs & Events

Composing Color: ASL Guided Tour

Saturday, April 5

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Bunny Hop

Sunday, April 6

11:00 am–2:00 pm

Honoring G. Peter Jemison: The Lillian Fairchild Award

Monday, April 7

5:00 pm–7:00 pm

ALL PROGRAMS & EVENTS

A table displays a series of watercolor palettes, a brush, a vase with pink and green flowers, and a sketchbooks with a painting of the flowers in the vase.

Spring Art Classes

Explore your creativity with expert instructors in drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking, jewelry-making, and more! Whether you’re a beginner looking to try something new or an experienced artist ready to refine your skills, our diverse lineup of courses offers something for everyone. Secure your spot today and watch your creativity blossom this spring!

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Membership at MAG is Better Than Ever

We just added Reciprocal benefits to every membership level, and have added new levels with great benefits. Join the MAG community, support the arts, and make an impact today!

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Two people examining portraits on the wall in the galleries

A group of visitors in the contemporary art gallery at MAG.

Second Fridays at MAG

Finish your week with art at MAG! We’re now open until 8:00 pm on the second Friday of each month with half-priced admission. And don’t miss Brown Hound Downtown’s Alive @ 5 happy hours those nights!