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Welcome to MAG

Pastel drawing of abstract, colorful curves.

Drawing as Discovery

500 Years of Drawings and Watercolors from MAG’s Permanent Collection

Through January 12, 2025

Docent Gallery

Delicately-drawn watercolor painting of a waterfall in Rochester.

“Faithfully Thought Out”

The Artistic Collaborations of M. Louise Stowell and Harvey Ellis

Through January 5, 2025

Lockhart Gallery

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

Grid of stylized paintings of horses, six across and five tall. Each horse painting is mounted on a different marbled paper.

Wendy Red Star

Bi’ nneete (No Water)

Through December 1, 2024

Forman Gallery

Still from a video of a black person dressed in white and moving against a white background, almost completely erased by digital blur.

Sondra Perry

Double Quadruple Etcetera Etcetera I & II

Through December 1, 2024

Media Arts Watch Gallery

Plan Your Visit

Hours, admissions prices, guidelines, and more.

A family looking at MAG's ancient galleries.

Upcoming Programs & Events

Trunk Show: Laura Mady

Thursday, November 21

4:00 pm–8:00 pm

Third Thursday Concert: Hildegard and the Divine Feminine

Thursday, November 21

7:30 pm–8:30 pm

College Night 2024

Friday, November 22

6:00 pm–10:00 pm

ALL PROGRAMS & EVENTS

People walking through the Hawks Gallery at MAG.

Give the Gift of Membership

This holiday season, give the gift of membership! As our special thank you, you’ll receive a special edition Thirty Days of Drawing Prompts notepad inspired by Drawing as Discovery. All gift memberships purchased by December 3 will be delivered in time for the holidays and include this special gift.

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College Night

Join MAG on November 22 for a night of artmaking, scavenger hunts, prizes, MAG swag, FREE FOOD, and exploration, including our latest exhibition, Drawing as Discovery: 500 Years of Drawings and Watercolors from MAG’s Permanent Collection. Open to all college students—just bring your current school ID!

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A couple of college students looking at a painting in the galleries.

University of Rochester shuttle bus with new blue and yellow wrap.

UR Connections

Make MAG yoUR art museum! Are you a student, staff, or faculty member at the University of Rochester? Check out our UR Connect page to learn about free admission, where to use your Rocky Bucks, and free transportation!

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THE STORE @ MAG

A purchase in THE STORE supports local artisans and provides funding for MAG exhibitions and educational programs!

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Volunteer at MAG

Join one of our volunteer programs to share your time and skills, meet new friends, and contribute to the museum!

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