1st Thursdays!
1st Thursdays are slower and art-focused nights once a month that include access to galleries from 5 pm to 8 pm. Programming on these nights might include gallery talks, lectures, … Continued
1st Thursdays are slower and art-focused nights once a month that include access to galleries from 5 pm to 8 pm. Programming on these nights might include gallery talks, lectures, … Continued
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.
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Friday, August 2, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS - LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The … Continued
August Adult Workshop: Possibilities with Plaster with William M Duffy! Saturday, August 3, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM In honor of our current exhibition Louisville's Black Avant-Garde: William M. Duffy, … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 3, 11 am | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 3, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
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.
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 3, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS - LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 3, 5 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Saturday, August 3, 7 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 4, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
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.
Explore the Speed’s collection on this interactive, hands-on tour designed for children and families. Free with general admission.
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 4, 2:30 pm | BUY TICKETS- LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Sunday, August 4, 4:30 pm | BUY TICKETS - LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The … Continued
Baby Playdate 10 AM – 12 PM Each month we baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Wednesday, August 7, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS- LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Wednesday, August 7, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS- LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Thursday, August 8, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
CatVideoFest 2024 Edited by Will Braden Thursday, August 8, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Watching silly cat videos is good for you.”— The Wall Street Journal The … Continued
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.
Robot Dreams Directed by Pablo Berger Friday, August 9, 6 pm, CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Beautiful, unexpected, and tender.”—Guillermo del Toro In the Oscar-nominated Robot Dreams, … Continued
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.
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.
REGISTER Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and get connected with one another … Continued
Robot Dreams Directed by Pablo Berger Saturday, August 10, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Beautiful, unexpected, and tender.”—Guillermo del Toro In the Oscar-nominated Robot Dreams, Spanish director … Continued
Robot Dreams Directed by Pablo Berger Saturday, August 10, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Beautiful, unexpected, and tender.”—Guillermo del Toro In the Oscar-nominated Robot Dreams, Spanish director … Continued
August 11 12 PM – 1 PM Tai Chi Join us for Wellness Through Tai Chi. Tai Chi Chuan uses slow, gentle movements to encourage relaxation, improve balance, and strengthen … Continued
Sunday Showcase Kusama: Infinity Directed by Heather Lenz Sunday, August 11, 12:30 pm Free, tickets distributed from the Speed Cinema kiosk starting at noon “If you love art, this is … Continued
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.
Explore the Speed’s collection on this interactive, hands-on tour designed for children and families. Free with general admission.
August 11, 2024 1-2 PM: Pre-Talk Reception in Gheens Court 2-3 PM: Artist Talk in Grand Hall REGISTER Join us for an artist talk with William M. Duffy, moderated by … Continued
Robot Dreams Directed by Pablo Berger Sunday, August 11, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Beautiful, unexpected, and tender.”—Guillermo del Toro In the Oscar-nominated Robot Dreams, Spanish director … Continued
Toddler Takeover 10 AM to 12 PM Explore the whole museum at the independent pace of your young children. Child-friendly stations are placed throughout the museum with additional activities like … Continued
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.
TICKETS August After Hours | August 16 Important Infinity Room information: Your After Hours ticket includes access to Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrored Room- LETS SURVIVE FOREVER. If you'd like to … Continued
Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger Directed by David Hinton Friday, August 16, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A celebration of committing oneself … Continued
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.
Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger Directed by David Hinton Saturday, August 17, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A celebration of committing oneself … Continued
4K DCP Restoration Peeping Tom Directed by Michael Powell Saturday, August 17, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The quintessential Michael Powell film, at once mischievous and … Continued
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.
The Speed is celebrating Back to School with Pride and Belonging! Join us for a Community Day filled with activities and events to celebrate and support LGBTQAI+ youth at the … Continued
Explore the Speed’s collection on this interactive, hands-on tour designed for children and families. Free with general admission.
4K DCP Restoration Peeping Tom Directed by Michael Powell Sunday, August 18, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The quintessential Michael Powell film, at once mischievous and … Continued
New 4K Version My Morning Jacket: Okonokos Directed by Sam Erickson Thursday, August 22, cash bar 6 pm followed by 7 pm screening | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed … Continued
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.
The Red Shoes Directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger Friday, August 23, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Profoundly serious, sublimely innocent, yet deeply and mysteriously … Continued
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.
The Red Shoes Directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger Saturday, August 24, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Profoundly serious, sublimely innocent, yet deeply and mysteriously … Continued
Black Narcissus Directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger Saturday, August 24, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A rapturous, near-indescribable work of cinematic art.” —Noel Murray, AV … Continued
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.
Explore the Speed’s collection on this interactive, hands-on tour designed for children and families. Free with general admission.
Black Narcissus Directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger Sunday, August 25, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A rapturous, near-indescribable work of cinematic art.” —Noel Murray, AV … Continued
New 4K Version My Morning Jacket: Okonokos Directed by Sam Erickson Thursday, August 29, cash bar 6 pm followed by 7 pm screening | TICKETS- LOW TICKET ALERT $12 | … Continued
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.
2024 Sundance Short Film Tour Various directors Friday, August 30, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS All screenings presented with open captions. $12 | $8 Speed members The 2024 Sundance Film Festival Short … Continued
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.
2024 Sundance Short Film Tour Various directors Saturday, August 31, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS All screenings presented with open captions. $12 | $8 Speed members The 2024 Sundance Film Festival Short … Continued
2024 Sundance Short Film Tour Various directors Saturday, August 31, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS All screenings presented with open captions. $12 | $8 Speed members The 2024 Sundance Film Festival Short … Continued
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.
Explore the Speed’s collection on this interactive, hands-on tour designed for children and families. Free with general admission.
2024 Sundance Short Film Tour Various directors Sunday, September 1, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS All screenings presented with open captions. $12 | $8 Speed members The 2024 Sundance Film Festival Short … Continued
Baby Playdate 10 AM – 12 PM Each month we baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks … Continued
1st Thursdays are slower and art-focused nights once a month that include access to galleries until 8 pm. Programming on these nights might include gallery talks, lectures, clothed figure drawing, … Continued
Global Speed Lecture Series 2024 Theme: Austria Date: September 5, 6 – 7 PM Pre-Talk Reception from 5 pm to 6 pm TICKETS Speaker: Jane Kallir Topic: TRANSATLANTIC TASTEMAKER: Otto … Continued
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.
New 4K Restoration Burden of Dreams Directed by Les Blank with Maureen Gosling Friday, September 6, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “An extraordinary document of the … Continued
August Adult Workshop: Possibilities with Plaster with William M Duffy! Saturday, September 7, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM In honor of our current exhibition Louisville's Black Avant-Garde: William M. Duffy, … Continued
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.
New 4K Restoration Burden of Dreams Directed by Les Blank with Maureen Gosling Saturday, September 7, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “An extraordinary document of the … Continued
Essential Cinema Fitzcarraldo Directed by Werner Herzog Saturday, September 7, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One of the great visions of the cinema, and one of … Continued
12 PM - 1 PM Chair Yoga No registration is needed! Instructor Judy Look, certified in Yoga Fit, offers Chair Yoga designed for those who spend much of their time … Continued
Sunday Showcase Kusama: Infinity Directed by Heather Lenz Sunday, September 8, 12:30 pm Free “If you love art, this is a must-see”—Mark Glassman, POV Magazine In 1958, a fledgling, yet fierce, … Continued
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.
Explore the Speed’s collection on this interactive, hands-on tour designed for children and families. Free with general admission.
The Adele and Leonard Leight Series: Art, Design and Innovation presents Amber Cowan Sunday, September 8 2 pm, Grand Hall Free to register REGISTER The Speed Art Museum is pleased … Continued
Toddler Takeover 10 AM to 12 PM Explore the whole museum at the independent pace of your young children. Child-friendly stations are placed throughout the museum with additional activities like … Continued
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.
The Art of Bourbon combines Kentucky’s official art museum with Kentucky’s greatest product to produce the region’s premier bourbon and whiskey auction party! Join us LIVE online to bid on … Continued
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.
Good One Directed and written by India Donaldson Friday, September 13, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members In India Donaldson’s insightful, piercing … Continued
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.
REGISTER Memories at the Museum offers a fun and comfortable way for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia to get out, get active, and get connected with one another … Continued
Good One Directed and written by India Donaldson Saturday, September 14, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members In India Donaldson’s insightful, piercing debut, … Continued
Good One Directed and written by India Donaldson Saturday, September 14, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members In India Donaldson’s insightful, piercing debut, … Continued
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.
Explore the Speed’s collection on this interactive, hands-on tour designed for children and families. Free with general admission.
Good One Directed and written by India Donaldson Sunday, September 15, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members In India Donaldson’s insightful, piercing debut, … Continued
New 35mm Print/30th Anniversary Screening Fresh Kill Directed by Shu Lea Cheang Wednesday, September 18, 6 pm CINEMA+ | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members … Continued
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.
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.
TICKETS September 20 After Hours | September 20 Important Infinity Room information: Your After Hours ticket includes access to Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrored Room- LETS SURVIVE FOREVER. If you'd like … Continued
Kneecap Directed and written by Rich Peppiatt Friday, September 20, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Kneecap has laughs, smarts, and verve to spare.”—Ian Freer, Empire Magazine When fate … Continued
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.
Kneecap Directed and written by Rich Peppiatt Saturday, September 21, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Kneecap has laughs, smarts, and verve to spare.”—Ian Freer, Empire Magazine When fate … Continued
Kneecap Directed and written by Rich Peppiatt Saturday, September 21, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Kneecap has laughs, smarts, and verve to spare.”—Ian Freer, Empire Magazine When fate … Continued
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.
Explore the Speed’s collection on this interactive, hands-on tour designed for children and families. Free with general admission.
Kneecap Directed and written by Rich Peppiatt Sunday, September 22, 3:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Kneecap has laughs, smarts, and verve to spare.”—Ian Freer, Empire Magazine When fate … Continued
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.
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.
Close Your Eyes Directed by Víctor Erice Friday, September 27, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A legendary filmmaker makes a stunning return.”—Justin Chang, The New Yorker Spanish … Continued
Join us for Speed Reading Book Club, a book discussion inspired by both special exhibitions and artworks in the Speed's permanent collection! You can find copies of all the Book Club … Continued
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.
Close Your Eyes Directed by Víctor Erice Saturday, September 28, 2 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A legendary filmmaker makes a stunning return.”—Justin Chang, The New Yorker Spanish … Continued
Close Your Eyes Directed by Víctor Erice Saturday, September 28, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A legendary filmmaker makes a stunning return.”—Justin Chang, The New Yorker Spanish … Continued
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.
This September's Community Day, the Speed is thanking and uplifting the elders in our community. We will be celebrating those who have paved the way for our success with Tai … Continued
Essential Cinema Spirit of the Beehive (El Espíritu de la Colmena) Directed by Víctor Erice Sunday, September 29, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “This is one of … Continued
Baby Playdate 10 AM – 12 PM Each month we baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks … Continued
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.
Deeper Viewing/First Thursday Uýra: The Rising Forest (Uýra: A Retomanda da Floresta) Directed by Juliana Curi Thursday, October 3, 4 pm CINEMA+ Free While traveling through the Amazon, Uýra shares ancestral … Continued
Fall Family Night – Thursday, October 3, 2024, 5-8 pm Bring your family to the Speed for a Fall Break night of adventure! The Museum will be filled with activities for … Continued
New York International Children’s Film Festival/First Thursday Little Kid Flicks Thursday, October 3, 6:15 pm Free Take in the audience favorite and award-winning films from the latest edition of New … Continued
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.
All Shall Be Well Directed by Ray Yeung Friday, October 4, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “All Shall Be Well is a plea for understanding that … Continued
10:30 am to 12:30 pm Luck of the Draw: Charcoal Still Life Workshop Join us for an immersive workshop where you’ll learn the art of charcoal drawing while creating a … Continued
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.
All Shall Be Well Directed by Ray Yeung Saturday, October 5, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “All Shall Be Well is a plea for understanding that … Continued
All Shall Be Well Directed by Ray Yeung Saturday, October 5, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “All Shall Be Well is a plea for understanding that … Continued
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour Join staff member and docent Aris Spagnuolo on an exploration of queer and trans artists’ … Continued
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.
All Shall Be Well Directed by Ray Yeung Sunday, October 6, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS, CINEMA+ $12 | $8 Speed members “All Shall Be Well is a plea for understanding … Continued
Toddler Takeover 10 AM to 12 PM Explore the whole museum at the independent pace of your young children. Child-friendly stations are placed throughout the museum with additional activities like … Continued
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.
One Night Only Eno Directed by Gary Hustwit Thursday, October 10, cash bar at 6 pm followed by 7 pm screening | SOLD OUT $12 | $8 Speed members “The … Continued
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.
Sugarcane Directed by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie Friday, October 11, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Sugarcane is something more meaningful than a mere history … Continued
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.
Sugarcane Directed by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie Saturday, October 12, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Sugarcane is something more meaningful than a mere history … Continued
12 – 1 PM Join Yogi Shavaun for an all-level Slow Flow yoga class. Students will be guided through slow and smooth movements and transitions in this gentle vinyasa practice … Continued
Sunday Showcase Kusama: Infinity Directed by Heather Lenz Sunday, October 13, 12:30 pm Free “If you love art, this is a must-see”—Mark Glassman, POV Magazine In 1958, a fledgling, yet fierce, … Continued
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.
Sugarcane Directed by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie Sunday, October 13, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Sugarcane is something more meaningful than a mere history … Continued
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.
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.
TICKETS October After Hours | October 18 | Theme: Folk/Bluegrass Night at the Speed! 5-8 PM Art Making - Yayoi Kusama-inspired Pumpkin painting 5-10 PM River City Tin Type Portraits. … Continued
Food and Country Directed by Laura Gabbert Friday, October 18, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Ruth Reichl—trailblazing NY Times food critic, groundbreaking Gourmet Magazine editor, best-selling memoirist, and for decades … Continued
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.
Food and Country Directed by Laura Gabbert Saturday, October 19, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Ruth Reichl—trailblazing NY Times food critic, groundbreaking Gourmet Magazine editor, best-selling memoirist, and for decades … Continued
Sunday Showcase/’Reel’ Latin America(n) Film Festival Chronicles of a Wandering Saint (Crónicas de una Santa Errante) Directed by Tomás Gómez Bustillo Sunday, October 20, 12:30 pm CINEMA+ Free “A low-key winner … Continued
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.
Music + Film L’Inferno with Live Score by Montopolis Directed by Francesco Bertolini, Adolfo Padovan, and Giuseppe de Liguoro Sunday, October 20, 4 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members … Continued
Union Directed by Stephen Maing and Brett Story Wednesday, October 23, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and union members Through intimate cinema vérité, Union chronicles the … Continued
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.
OCTOBER 25, 2024 – FEBRUARY 9, 2025 Location: Chellgren Gallery, Second Floor, North Building Curator: Tyler Blackwell and Robert Wiesenberger The Speed Art Museum, in collaboration with the Clark Art … Continued
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.
Ganja & Hess Directed by Bill Gunn Friday, October 25, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Flirting with the conventions of blaxploitation and horror, Bill Gunn’s revolutionary … Continued
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.
Ganja & Hess Directed by Bill Gunn Saturday, October 26, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Flirting with the conventions of blaxploitation and horror, Bill Gunn’s revolutionary … Continued
Nosferatu the Vampyre (Nosferatu—Phantom der Nacht) Directed by Werner Herzog Saturday, October 26, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It is about the mood and style of vampirism, … Continued
Spirits Unveiled: A Black American Art History Tour In celebration of Hoodoo Heritage Month, join curatorial assistant Sirene Martin for a tour discussing several works that highlight traditional Black American … Continued
Sunday Showcase The Other America: An Anne Braden Story Created by the Squallis Puppeteers Sunday, October 27, 12:30 pm, CINEMA+ Free Inspired by Anne Braden’s 1958 memoir, “The Wall Between,” … Continued
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at the Speed with La Casita Center and the University of Louisville's Cultural Center for a day celebrating and uplifting the many traditions of Dia … Continued
Nosferatu the Vampyre (Nosferatu—Phantom der Nacht) Directed by Werner Herzog Sunday, October 27, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It is about the mood and style of vampirism, … Continued
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.
Essential Cinema Possession Directed by Andrzej Żuławski Thursday, October 31, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “One of the most grueling, powerful, and overwhelmingly intense cinematic experiences … Continued
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.
New 4K Digital Restoration Let’s Get Lost Directed by Bruce Weber Friday, November 1, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The finest jazz movie ever made.”—David Parkinson, Empire … Continued
10:30 am to 12:30 pm Topic to be announced. REGISTER
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.
THE BACCHANAL Saturday, November 2 | 8 PM – 12 AM An immersive evening of art and creativity at the Speed Art Museum Theme: monoCHROME, guests are encouraged to dress in cocktail … Continued
Sunday Showcase Kusama: Infinity Directed by Heather Lenz Sunday, November 3, 12:30 pm Free “If you love art, this is a must-see”—Mark Glassman, POV Magazine In 1958, a fledgling, yet fierce, … Continued
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.
New 4K Digital Restoration Let’s Get Lost Directed by Bruce Weber Sunday, November 3, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “The finest jazz movie ever made.”—David Parkinson, Empire … Continued
Baby Playdate 10 AM – 12 PM Each month we baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks … Continued
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.
1st Thursdays are slower and art-focused nights once a month that include access to galleries until 8 pm. Programming on these nights might include gallery talks, lectures, clothed figure drawing, … Continued
Artist Talk: Layli Long Soldier November 7, 5:30-6:30 PM, FREE (please register for your free ticket) REGISTER Join Layli Long Soldier as she speaks about her process of creating poetry … Continued
First Thursdays 2024 Sundance Indigenous Film Tour Various directors Thursday, November 7, 7 pm Free The 2024 Sundance Institute Indigenous Film Tour is a 83-minute theatrical program featuring eight short … Continued
Join us for a Creative Writing Workshop with Layli Long Soldier in collaboration with UofL Creative Writing Program. This workshop is free and will take place in the Gheens Court. … Continued
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.
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Friday, November 8, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers Directed by David Bickerstaff Saturday, November 9, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members “Daring and dazzling.”—The Times 200 years after its opening … Continued
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.
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Saturday, November 9, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Saturday, November 9, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
12 PM – 1 PM Tai Chi Join us for Wellness Through Tai Chi. Tai Chi Chuan uses slow, gentle movements to encourage relaxation, improve balance, and strengthen muscles and … Continued
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour Join staff member and docent Aris Spagnuolo on an exploration of queer and trans artists’ … Continued
Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers Directed by David Bickerstaff Sunday, November 10, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members “Daring and dazzling.”—The Times 200 years after its opening … Continued
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.
Sunday Showcase: Lindsey Wilson College Singers The Lindsey Wilson College Singers are organized on professional standards to represent the College as a performing arts ensemble. The mixed-choir performs repertoire from … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Sunday, November 10, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Toddler Takeover 10 AM to 12 PM Explore the whole museum at the independent pace of your young children. Child-friendly stations are placed throughout the museum with additional activities like … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Wednesday, November 13, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Wednesday, November 13, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Thursday, November 14, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
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.
Luther: Never Too Much Directed by Dawn Porter Thursday, November 14, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Will have fans dancing in their seats, playing karaoke to … Continued
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.
TICKETS November After Hours | November 15 | Theme: TBA Important Infinity Room information: Your After Hours ticket includes access to Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrored Room- LETS SURVIVE FOREVER. If … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Friday, November 15, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
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.
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Saturday, November 16, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Saturday, November 16, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
Spirits Unveiled: A Black American Art History Tour In celebration of Hoodoo Heritage Month, join curatorial assistant Sirene Martin for a tour discussing several works that highlight traditional Black American … Continued
Sunday Showcase Maqluba Directed by Mike Elsherif Sunday, November 17, 12:30 pm CINEMA+ Free This locally shot short film is centered on the relationship between a Palestinian-American grandmother and her … Continued
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.
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Sunday, November 17, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Wednesday, November 20, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Wednesday, November 20, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
The Piano Lesson Directed by Malcolm Washington Thursday, November 21, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “It works spectacularly.”—Radheyan Simonpillai, The Guardian Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning … Continued
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.
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.
Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat Directed by Johan Grimonprez Friday, November 22, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A stunning screed against colonial racism and state-sanctioned violence … Continued
Join us for Speed Reading Book Club, a book discussion inspired by both special exhibitions and artworks in the Speed's permanent collection! You can find copies of all the Book Club … Continued
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.
Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat Directed by Johan Grimonprez Saturday, November 23, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A stunning screed against colonial racism and state-sanctioned violence … Continued
Agent of Happiness Directed by Arun Bhattarai and Dorottya Zurbó Saturday, November 23, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed Cinema “A quiet, gently absorbing documentary.”—The Guardian How is … Continued
Agent of Happiness Directed by Arun Bhattarai and Dorottya Zurbó Sunday, November 24, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed Cinema “A quiet, gently absorbing documentary.”—The Guardian How is … Continued
Sunday Showcase The People Could Fly Directed by Imani Dennison Sunday, November 24, 12:30 pm CINEMA+ Free, (first come, first served) The People Could Fly is a poetic documentary about the … Continued
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.
Stay tuned for programming information
This is a film about The Black Keys Directed by Jeff Dupre Wednesday, November 27 CINEMA+ 6 pm, cash bar in the Speed Cinema lobby 7 pm, screening in the … Continued
The Speed will be closed to the public today for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen with standard hours on Friday, November 29. PLAN YOUR VISIT
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.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Friday, November 29, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
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.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Saturday, November 30, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Saturday, November 30, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour Join staff member and docent Aris Spagnuolo on an exploration of queer and trans artists’ … Continued
Sunday Showcase World AIDS Day Visual AIDS: Red Reminds Me . . . Various Artists Sunday, December 1, 12:30 pm Free For Day With(out) Art 2024, Visual AIDS is working with … Continued
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.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Sunday, December 1, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Baby Playdate 10 AM – 12 PM Each month we baby-ify a gallery with floor mats, board books, toys, and soft music. Babies (and their adults) engage with the artworks … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Wednesday, December 4, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Thursday, December 5, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
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.
1st Thursdays are slower and art-focused nights once a month that include access to galleries until 8 pm. Programming on these nights might include gallery talks, lectures, clothed figure drawing, … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Thursday, December 5, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
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.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Friday, December 6, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Friday, December 6, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
10:30 am to 12:30 pm Topic to be announced. REGISTER
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.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Saturday, December 7, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Saturday, December 7, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
12 PM – 1 PM Pilates with Susan NO REGISTRATION NEEDED Walk-ins welcome! Classical Pilates instructor Susan Viers will lead a Pilates mat session that is suitable for beginners and … Continued
Sunday Showcase Kusama: Infinity Directed by Heather Lenz Sunday, December 8, 12:30 pm Free “If you love art, this is a must-see”—Mark Glassman, POV Magazine In 1958, a fledgling, yet fierce, … Continued
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.
Sunday Showcase: Louisville Folk School Join us for a Sunday Showcase with the Louisville Folk School for a compilation of performances including drumming, string band, and staff performances.
Maria Directed by Pablo Larraín Sunday, December 8, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Academy Award®-winner Angelina Jolie is Maria Callas, one of the most iconic performers … Continued
Toddler Takeover 10 AM to 12 PM Explore the whole museum at the independent pace of your young children. Child-friendly stations are placed throughout the museum with additional activities like … Continued
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.
Join us for a special conversation with artist Jimmy Wright and Jane Panetta, Aaron I. Fleischman Curator in the Department of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Metropolitan Museum of … Continued
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.
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.
Spirits Unveiled: A Black American Art History Tour In celebration of Hoodoo Heritage Month, join curatorial assistant Sirene Martin for a tour discussing several works that highlight traditional Black American … Continued
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stay tuned for programming information
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.
First Thursday Roger Beebe: Expanded Cinema Thursday, January 2, 6 pm Free “Beebe’s films are both erudite and punk, lo-fi yet high-brow shorts that wrestle with a disfigured, contemporary American … Continued
Winter Family Day – Friday, January 3, 2025, 1-4 pm Ring in the New Year while exploring art and dancing the afternoon away together at our Winter Family Day. All programming is included in … Continued
New York International Children’s Film Festival/Winter Family Day Big Kid Flicks Friday, January 3, 2 pm Free Take in the audience's favorite and award-winning films from the latest edition of … Continued
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 PM - 1 PM Chair Yoga No registration is needed! Instructor Judy Look, certified in Yoga Fit, offers Chair Yoga designed for those who spend much of their time … Continued
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.
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.
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.
New York International Children’s Film Festival/Sunday Showcase Celebrating Black Stories Sunday, February 23, 12:30 pm Free Take in the audience’s favorite and award-winning films from the latest edition of New … Continued
Exhibition on Screen Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874 Directed by Ali Ray Saturday, March 22, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members The Impressionists are the most popular … Continued
Exhibition on Screen Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874 Directed by Ali Ray Sunday, March 23, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members The Impressionists are the most popular … Continued
New York International Children’s Film Festival/Sunday Showcase Girls’ POV Sunday, March 30, 12:30 pm Free Take in the audience's favorite and award-winning films from the latest edition of New York … Continued
Exhibition on Screen Michelangelo: Love and Death Directed by David Bickerstaff Saturday, May 31, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo … Continued
Exhibition on Screen Michelangelo: Love and Death Directed by David Bickerstaff Sunday, June 1, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $10 Speed members The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo … Continued