Monday–Thursday 12-6 p.m.
Friday–Saturday 1-5 p.m.
To make an appointment for class visits, please contact the Gallery Director, Adam Chau: achau@hartford.edu
Find inspiration and let your imagination wander by attending one or more of over a dozen art exhibitions presented by the Hartford Art School each year. From renowned visiting artists and retrospectives, to student and faculty shows, a variety of mediums and innovative expressions are on exhibit for all to experience.
The events listed below are open the public, as are the opening receptions for each show.
Hartford Art School Faculty Biennial
September 9 – December 12, 2026
Joseloff Gallery
Opening Reception, Thursday, September 9, 5-7 p.m.
Hartford Art School Faculty exhibit in the Joseloff Gallery.
There’s No Place Like Home! The Wonder of Animal Dwellings
September 10 – October 17, 2026
Silpe Gallery
Opening Reception, Saturday, September 12, 1-4 p.m.
The Guild of Natural Science Illustrators – New England connects professionals who promote, educate, and celebrate the visual communication of science.
First-Year Foundations Show
November 9–20, 2026
Silpe Gallery
Opening Reception, Thursday, November 9, 5-7 p.m.
Featuring student artwork in 2D, 3D, and 4D.
Dirty For a Reason Clay Club – Annual Holiday Sale
December 4–11, 2026
Silpe Gallery
Opening Reception, Friday, December 4, 6-8 p.m.
The 27th Annual Holiday Sale consisting of students, alumni, and local makers
Alexander A. Goldfarb Juried Student Exhibition
January 28 – February 20, 2027
Joseloff Gallery
Opening Reception, Thursday, January 28, 5-7 p.m.
Two artworks receive a $1,000 Purchase Prize to be acquired into the Goldfarb Memorial Collection, owned by the Hartford Art School.
Community Show
February 11–24, 2027
Silpe Gallery
Opening Reception, Thursday, February 11, 5-7 p.m.
A collaborative initiative between Hartford Art School and community colleges throughout the region.
The Georgette and Richard Koopman Distinguished Chair Exhibit: Animation
March 4 – April 10, 2027
Joseloff Gallery
Opening Reception, Thursday, March 4, 5-7 p.m.
The Animation Department welcomes a Distinguished Chair to be a mentor for Hartford Art School students and host an exhibit. Koopman Artist Talk and Community Dinner dates will be announced in September.
The exhibition and associated programming are made possible by the Georgette and Richard Koopman Distinguished Chair Fund held by Hartford Art School Endowment, Inc.
Drawing Marathon
February 26, 2027, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Silpe Gallery
Join us in the gallery for our annual celebration of art-making. The gallery will be filled with props, dioramas, and a live model. Drawing materials will be provided. Free and open to the public.
Edwige Charlot
March 4 – April 10, 2027
Silpe Gallery
Opening Reception, Thursday, March 4, 5-7 p.m.
Edwige Charlot uses installation, collage, and printmaking to create works from a visual Creole language.
BFA Thesis Exhibitions
Session 1: April 17–24, 2027
Opening Reception, Saturday April 17, 6-8 p.m.
Joseloff Gallery: Ceramics and Painting
Silpe Gallery: Animation, Photography, Printmaking
Session 2: May 1–8, 2027
Opening Reception, Saturday, May 1, 6-8 p.m.
Joseloff Gallery: Illustration
Silpe Gallery: Visual Communication Design
MFA Thesis Exhibitions
Illustration MFA Thesis Exhibition: July/August (TBD)
Photography MFA Thesis Exhibition: July/August (TBD)