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Thunder Road at Speed Cinema
Science on Screen® Thunder Road Directed by Arthur Ripley Wednesday, March 26 CINEMA + | BUY TICKETS 6 pm, cash bar in the Speed Cinema lobby 7 pm, screening $12 | … 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.
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.
Speed Chat Spot
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 2 – 3 pm, a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in … Continued
Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story at Speed Cinema
Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story Directed by Bruce David Klein Friday, March 28, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “An unabashed celebration of the woman … Continued
Member Coffee and Tour with the Curator
Members will enjoy coffee and pastries before the Museum opens its doors to the public, followed by an exclusive tour of the new exhibition, Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, … Continued
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 Opening
Brilliant Exiles: American Women in Paris, 1900-1939 March 29, 2025 – June 22, 2025 Special Exhibition Galleries, Third Floor, North Building During the early twentieth century, Paris was the destination … 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.
Speed Chat Spot
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 2 – 3 pm, a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in … Continued
Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story at Speed Cinema
Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story Directed by Bruce David Klein Saturday, March 29, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members “An unabashed celebration of the woman … Continued
Cabaret at Speed Cinema
Cabaret Directed by Bob Fosse Saturday, March 29, 6 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Cabaret brings 1931 Berlin to life inside and outside the Kit Kat Klub. … 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
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.
March Community Day
Join us for a great Community Day at the Speed featuring the kickoff event with local change makers and the launch of Future Ancestors’ fourth annual Race for Justice! Guests … Continued
Speed Chat Spot
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 2 – 3 pm, a friendly docent will be available to chat about our collection, for specific Chat Spot locations check in with Guest Services in … Continued
Cabaret at Speed Cinema
Cabaret Directed by Bob Fosse Sunday, March 30, 3 pm | BUY TICKETS $12 | $8 Speed members Cabaret brings 1931 Berlin to life inside and outside the Kit Kat Klub. … 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
Spring Family Day
Bring your family to the Speed for a Spring Break adventure! The museum will be filled with activities for all ages, including art making, a scavenger hunt, fun in the … Continued
April Adult Workshop
REGISTER Facilitated by: Ceirra Evans Project: Exploring Identity and Storytelling through portrait painting w/ Ceirra Evans Description: Explore the captivating stories of individuals featured in the Brilliant Exiles exhibition through the transformative art … 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
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
Movement in the Museum: Slow Flow with Yogi Shavaun
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: University of Louisville School of Music Brass Program
Sunday Showcase performance: University of Louisville School of Music Come enjoy a free performance by UofL students in the Brass program.
After Hours at the Speed
TICKETS Theme: An Evening in Paris Guests are encouraged to create their evening looks inspired by early 20th century Parisian fashion 5-8 PM | Art Making (Gheens Court) Project: Felt … Continued
April Speed Reading Book Club
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
Teen Workshop (Teen Art Lab)
REGISTER Teen Workshop (Teen Art Lab) April 19, 1 – 3 PM Facilitated by: Valerie Fuchs and Uhma Janus Project: In collaboration with MaybeItsFate, we are excited to offer a … Continued
April Community Day
Theme: No Derby without Immigrants In Partnership with Backside Learning Center, La Casita Center, KRM and Louisville Story Project
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
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
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
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
The Great Gatsby at Speed Cinema
The Great Gatsby Directed by Baz Luhrmann Saturday, May 17 | BUY TICKETS 11 am, cash bar in the Speed Cinema lobby with a Gatsby-inspired cocktail 12 pm, screening $12 | $8 … 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
June Adult Workshop
REGISTER Facilitated by: TBS Project: TBA
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
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
June Speed Reading Book Club
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
June 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
Summer Cultural Pass Family Day
Join us for summertime fun with the family and explore the Speed through activities for all ages! All Family Day activities will be included in your ticket to the Museum … 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
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
August Speed Reading Book Club
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
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
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
Fall Family Day
Bring your family to the Speed for a Fall Break adventure! The museum will be filled with activities for all ages, including art making, a scavenger hunt, fun in the … 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
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
October Speed Reading Book Club
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
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
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
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
December Speed Reading Book Club
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