The modern and contemporary art galleries at MAG.

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

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A toy stegosaurus in a landscape created by shimmery fabric.

Rachel Rose

Through January 18, 2026

Media Arts Watch Gallery

 A satirical oil painting of old men in congress, one standing and giving a dramatic speech.

William Gropper: Truth, Beauty, Justice, Humor

Through January 25, 2026

Lockhart Gallery

 Words written on a page and erased so harshly that the paper is torn up, although the traces of the words are visible. Near the top, one line is legible: "I spoke my honest mind at least."

Collection in Context: Bethany Collins

Through November 30, 2025

Forman 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

Upcoming Programs & Events

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Free for All, Forever

You can dramatically impact the Rochester community for generations. MAG is raising money to support free admission for everyone, forever. Make a lasting impression with a donation to support our current access initiatives.

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Haudenosaunee Heritage Celebration Day

Join us on November 16 for Haudenosaunee Heritage Celebration Day! Enjoy free museum admission, live dances, storytelling, history, culture, celebration, and more.

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Haudenosaunee dancers in traditional clothing, photographed from the knees down.
An impressionist oil painting in shades of blue and green of waterlilies drifting on water.

Explore the art that changed history

Impressionist art is anything but tame and stagnant. Explore the Frontiers of Impressionism through talks, a culinary experience, tours, and more!

EXPLORE PROGRAMS

Explore new mediums with an Art Start

Art Starts are one-time workshops that feature mini, introductory lessons in art making. Upcoming Art Starts include shibori fabric dying, papercrafting, fabric marbling, and more!

EXPLORE UPCOMING CLASSES
Painting of a large, bright harvest moon rising behind mountain peaks.