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Speed Reading Book Club: Ayiti by Roxane Gay
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
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Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 at Speed Cinema
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 at Speed Cinema
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 at Speed Cinema
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
The People Could Fly at Speed Cinema
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
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 is a film about The Black Keys at Speed Cinema
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
Museum Closed
The Speed will be closed to the public today for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen with standard hours on Friday, November 29. We will have extended hours on November … Continued
Holiday Garage Sale at the Speed
WE ARE HAVING A GARAGE SALE! Kick off the season of giving with a weekend of shopping with purpose at the Speed Holiday Garage Sale, Black Friday through Museum Store … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 at Speed Cinema
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
Holiday Garage Sale at the Speed
WE ARE HAVING A GARAGE SALE! Kick off the season of giving with a weekend of shopping with purpose at the Speed Holiday Garage Sale, Black Friday through Museum Store … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 at Speed Cinema
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 at Speed Cinema
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
Holiday Garage Sale at the Speed
WE ARE HAVING A GARAGE SALE! Kick off the season of giving with a weekend of shopping with purpose at the Speed Holiday Garage Sale, Black Friday through Museum Store … Continued
Coming Out (of the Collection): Queer & Trans Art at the Speed Art Museum Tour
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
World AIDS Day at the Speed
World AIDS Day is a day to honor those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses, remember those lost, and stand together in the fight against HIV. It's also a day to … Continued
World AIDS Day: Red Reminds Me . . . at Speed Cinema
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
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 at Speed Cinema
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
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 at Speed Cinema
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 at Speed Cinema
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
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Thursday
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 at Speed Cinema
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
Spirits Unveiled: A Black American Art History Tour
Spirits Unveiled: A Black American Art History Tour Join curatorial assistant Sirene Martin for a tour discussing several works that highlight traditional Black American spirituality. Winfred Rembert, American, 1945 - … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 at Speed Cinema
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 at Speed Cinema
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
December Adult Workshop: Mixed Media Collage
10:30 am to 12:30 pm REGISTER Facilitated by: Lance G. Newman Mixed Media Collage – inspired by Current Speed: Kathia St. Hilarie - Invisible Empires Lance “Mr. SpreadLove” Newman will … Continued
Harlan Jacobson’s Talk Cinema: The Brutalist at Speed Cinema
Harlan Jacobson’s Talk Cinema The Brutalist Directed by Brady Corbet Saturday, December 7, 10:30 am | BUY TICKETS $15 | $12 Speed members | Free for Speed Cinephiles “The Brutalist … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 at Speed Cinema
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 at Speed Cinema
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
Movement in the Museum: Pilates with Susan
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
Kusama: Infinity at Speed Cinema
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
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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
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 at Speed Cinema
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
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
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Artist Talk: Jimmy Wright in Conversation with Met Curator Jane Panetta
REGISTER 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 … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Bird at Speed Cinema
Bird Directed by Andrea Arnold Friday, December 13, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Bird finds beauty and wonder in every frame.”—Wendy Ide, The Guardian … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
Bird at Speed Cinema
Bird Directed by Andrea Arnold Saturday, December 14, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Bird finds beauty and wonder in every frame.”—Wendy Ide, The Guardian … Continued
Bird at Speed Cinema
Bird Directed by Andrea Arnold Saturday, December 14, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Bird finds beauty and wonder in every frame.”—Wendy Ide, The Guardian … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Bird at Speed Cinema
Bird Directed by Andrea Arnold Sunday, December 15, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Bird finds beauty and wonder in every frame.”—Wendy Ide, The Guardian … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Paris, Texas at Speed Cinema
40th Anniversary 4K Restoration Paris, Texas Directed by Wim Wenders Friday, December 20, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Paris, Texas is true, deep, and brilliant.” —Roger Ebert Out … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Paris, Texas at Speed Cinema
40th Anniversary 4K Restoration Paris, Texas Directed by Wim Wenders Saturday, December 21, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Paris, Texas is true, deep, and brilliant.” —Roger Ebert Out … Continued
The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (Les parapluies de Cherbourg) at Speed Cinema
60th Anniversary 4K Restoration The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (Les parapluies de Cherbourg) Directed by Jacques Demy Saturday, December 21, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “An operatic … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Umbrellas of Cherbourg (Les parapluies de Cherbourg) at Speed Cinema
60th Anniversary 4K Restoration The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (Les parapluies de Cherbourg) Directed by Jacques Demy Sunday, December 22, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “An operatic … Continued
Museum Closed
The Speed will be closed to the public today for the Christmas holiday. We will reopen with standard hours on Thursday, December 26. PLAN YOUR VISIT
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
23rd Animation Show of Shows at Speed Cinema
23rd Animation Show of Shows Various directors Friday, December 27, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Featuring 14 award-winning films by some of the most acclaimed … Continued
23rd Animation Show of Shows at Speed Cinema
23rd Animation Show of Shows Various directors Friday, December 27, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Featuring 14 award-winning films by some of the most acclaimed directors … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
23rd Animation Show of Shows at Speed Cinema
23rd Animation Show of Shows Various directors Saturday, December 28, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Featuring 14 award-winning films by some of the most acclaimed directors … Continued
23rd Animation Show of Shows at Speed Cinema
23rd Animation Show of Shows Various directors Saturday, December 28, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Featuring 14 award-winning films by some of the most acclaimed directors … Continued
23rd Animation Show of Shows at Speed Cinema
23rd Animation Show of Shows Various directors Saturday, December 28, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Featuring 14 award-winning films by some of the most acclaimed directors … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
23rd Animation Show of Shows at Speed Cinema
23rd Animation Show of Shows Various directors Sunday, December 29, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Featuring 14 award-winning films by some of the most acclaimed directors … Continued
23rd Animation Show of Shows at Speed Cinema
23rd Animation Show of Shows Various directors Sunday, December 29, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members The 23nd Annual Animation Show of Shows returns with a selection of 12 highlights … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Thursday
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
Roger Beebe: Expanded Cinema at Speed Cinema
First Thursday Roger Beebe: Expanded Cinema Thursday, January 2, 6 PM Cash Bar: 5:30 – 6 PM Free “Beebe’s films are both erudite and punk, lo-fi yet high-brow shorts that … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Winter Family Day
Winter Family Day – Friday, January 3, 2025, 1-4 pm Ring in the New Year while exploring art and dancing with Louisville Silent Disco at our Winter Family Day. There will be art-making, … Continued
Big Kid Flicks – New York International Children’s Film Festival at Speed Cinema
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
All We Imagine as Light at Speed Cinema
All We Imagine as Light Directed by Payal Kapadia Friday, January 3, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “All We Imagine as Light is … Continued
January Adult Workshop: Landscape Painting
10:30 am to 12:30 pm REGISTER Facilitated by: Charlotte Pollock Landscape Painting inspired by Winslow Homer Join us for a workshop in landscape painting inspired by Winslow Homer and … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 We Imagine as Light at Speed Cinema
All We Imagine as Light Directed by Payal Kapadia Saturday, January 4, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “All We Imagine as Light is … Continued
All We Imagine as Light at Speed Cinema
All We Imagine as Light Directed by Payal Kapadia Saturday, January 4, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “All We Imagine as Light is … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 We Imagine as Light at Speed Cinema
All We Imagine as Light Directed by Payal Kapadia Sunday, January 5, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “All We Imagine as Light is … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Dahomey at Speed Cinema
Dahomey Directed by Mati Diop Friday, January 10, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $ 8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Extraordinary and lightly eccentric . . . Dahomey avoids polemic … Continued
Harlan Jacobson’s Talk Cinema: Eephus at Speed Cinema
Harlan Jacobson’s Talk Cinema Eephus Directed by Carson Lund Saturday, January 11, 11 am | BUY TICKETS $15 | $12 Speed members | Free for Speed Cinephiles “Caron Lund treats … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
Dahomey at Speed Cinema
Dahomey Directed by Mati Diop Saturday, January 11, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $ 8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Extraordinary and lightly eccentric . . . Dahomey avoids polemic … Continued
Ernest Cole: Lost and Found at Speed Cinema
Ernest Cole: Lost and Found Directed by Raoul Peck Saturday, January 11, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “In an age of image inundation—when the violence of … Continued
Movement in the Atrium: Chair Yoga
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
Five Films by Maya Deren at Speed Cinema
Lamplightings Five Films by Maya Deren Directed by Maya Deren Sunday, January 12, 1 pm Free, first come, first served One of the major figures of the cinematic avant-garde, choreographer … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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: The Art of the Violin with Louisville Orchestra
Sunday, January 12, 2 PM Grand Hall Join us for a fascinating exploration into the world of high-end violin-making with the Louisville Orchestra. Concertmaster Gabriel Lefkowitz and Louisville-based luthier George … Continued
Ernest Cole: Lost and Found at Speed Cinema
Ernest Cole: Lost and Found Directed by Raoul Peck Sunday, January 12, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “In an age of image inundation—when the violence of … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Songcatcher at Speed Cinema
Science on Screen® Songcatcher Directed by Maggie Greenwald January 16, 6 pm, cash bar and live traditional music in the Speed Cinema lobby 7 pm, screening in the Speed Cinema … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS January After Hours | Theme: Vinyl Night 5-6 PM: DJ ShawnT 5-9 PM: Vinyl Vending from Guestroom Records and Matt Anthony's Record Shop 5:45 PM: Winslow Homer: American Storyteller … Continued
The Girl with the Needle (Pigen med nålen) at Speed Cinema
The Girl with the Needle (Pigen med nålen) Directed by Magnus von Horn Friday, January 17, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Extraordinary . . . a terrifying, … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Girl with the Needle (Pigen med nålen) at Speed Cinema
The Girl with the Needle (Pigen med nålen) Directed by Magnus von Horn Saturday, January 18, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Extraordinary . . . a terrifying, … Continued
The Girl with the Needle (Pigen med nålen) at Speed Cinema
The Girl with the Needle (Pigen med nålen) Directed by Magnus von Horn Saturday, January 18, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Extraordinary . . . a terrifying, … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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 Girl with the Needle (Pigen med nålen) at Speed Cinema
The Girl with the Needle (Pigen med nålen) Directed by Magnus von Horn Sunday, January 19, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “Extraordinary . . . a terrifying, … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Vermiglio at Speed Cinema
Vermiglio Directed by Maura Delpero Friday, January 24, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Wonderfully acted with unaffected naturalism.”—Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian The lush … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Vermiglio at Speed Cinema
Vermiglio Directed by Maura Delpero Saturday, January 25, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Wonderfully acted with unaffected naturalism.”—Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian The lush … Continued
Vermiglio at Speed Cinema
Vermiglio Directed by Maura Delpero Saturday, January 25, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Wonderfully acted with unaffected naturalism.”—Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian The lush … Continued
Vermiglio at Speed Cinema
Vermiglio Directed by Maura Delpero Sunday, January 26, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed and Women in Film-KY members “Wonderfully acted with unaffected naturalism.”—Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian The lush … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
January Community Day
Celebrate Lunar New Year with the Speed and Asia Institue Crane House! The Museum will be filled with art making and performances to celebrate the holiday including Chinese Calligraphy, Japanese … Continued
Finding Light at Speed Cinema
Sunday Showcase Finding Light Directed by Paul Bloodgood Sunday, January 26 CINEMA+ 2 pm coffee and cookies in the Speed Cinema Lobby 3 pm screening in the Speed Cinema Free, … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) at Speed Cinema
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) Directed by Walter Salles Friday, January 31, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A gripping, profoundly touching film.”—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter One … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) at Speed Cinema
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) Directed by Walter Salles Saturday, February 1, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A gripping, profoundly touching film.”—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter One … Continued
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) at Speed Cinema
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) Directed by Walter Salles Saturday, February 1, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A gripping, profoundly touching film.”—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter One … Continued
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) at Speed Cinema
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) Directed by Walter Salles Sunday, February 2, 12:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A gripping, profoundly touching film.”—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter One … Continued
Collection Highlights Drop-In Tour
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.
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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: Kathia St. Hilarie
Artist Talk: Kathia St. Hilaire February 6, FREE (please register for your free ticket) Cash Bar 5-5:30 PM REGISTER Join us for an Artist Talk with Kathia St. Hilarie! During … Continued
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Dane-ye anjir-e ma’abed) at Speed Cinema
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Dane-ye anjir-e ma’abed) Directed by Mohammad Rasoulof Friday, February 7, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A blistering, propulsive thriller.”—Justin Chang, The New … Continued
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Dane-ye anjir-e ma’abed) at Speed Cinema
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Dane-ye anjir-e ma’abed) Directed by Mohammad Rasoulof Saturday, February 8, 2:30 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A blistering, propulsive thriller.”—Justin Chang, The New … Continued
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Dane-ye anjir-e ma’abed) at Speed Cinema
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Dane-ye anjir-e ma’abed) Directed by Mohammad Rasoulof Saturday, February 8, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A blistering, propulsive thriller.”—Justin Chang, The New … Continued
Sunday Showcase: Louisville Academy of Music Showcase
Sunday Showcase performance: Louisville Academy of Music Showcase Every second Sunday at the Museum there will be a free musical, dance, or speaking engagement provided by local and/or national talent. … Continued
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Dane-ye anjir-e ma’abed) at Speed Cinema
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Dane-ye anjir-e ma’abed) Directed by Mohammad Rasoulof Sunday, February 9, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A blistering, propulsive thriller.”—Justin Chang, The New … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS February After Hours | February 21 | Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up … Continued
Celebrating Black Stories – New York International Children’s Film Festival at Speed Cinema
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
February Community Day
Stay tuned for programming information
Annual Speed Art Museum Ball
2025 SPEED ART MUSEUM BALL Saturday, March 1, 2025 The Speed Ball is the most significant annual fundraiser for the Speed Art Museum, providing critical support for the mission of the … Continued
Late Night at the Speed Ball
The Speed Ball is the most significant fundraiser for the Speed Art Museum and is critical for its current and future success. This premier event supports the Museum’s mission, exhibitions, … Continued
Baby Playdate
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
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) at Speed Cinema
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) Directed by Walter Salles Wednesday, February 5, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A gripping, profoundly touching film.”—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter One … Continued
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) at Speed Cinema
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) Directed by Walter Salles Wednesday, February 5, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A gripping, profoundly touching film.”—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter … Continued
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) at Speed Cinema
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) Directed by Walter Salles Thursday, February 6, 1 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A gripping, profoundly touching film.”—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter One … Continued
1st Thursday
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
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) at Speed Cinema
I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui) Directed by Walter Salles Thursday, February 6, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “A gripping, profoundly touching film.”—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter One … Continued
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … Continued
Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874 at Speed Cinema
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
Dawn of Impressionism: Paris 1874 at Speed Cinema
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
Girls POV – New York International Children’s Film Festival at Speed Cinema
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
March Community Day
Stay tuned for programming information
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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
Toddler Takeover
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … Continued
1st Thursday
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
Baby Playdate
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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
Michelangelo: Love and Death at Speed Cinema
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
Michelangelo: Love and Death at Speed Cinema
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
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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
Toddler Takeover
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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
Toddler Takeover
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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
Toddler Takeover
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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
Toddler Takeover
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued
Toddler Takeover
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
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Programming to come, stay tuned! Food and a cash beverage bar will be available to purchase from Marigold Catering. Visit their pop-up during After Hours for sweet treats and … Continued
Baby Playdate
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 Thursday
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
Toddler Takeover
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
Memories at the Museum
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 through … Continued