Past Exhibitions
SYMBOLS OF FREEDOM
Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary This exhibition explores over two centuries of American identity through the enduring imagery of flags and patriotic symbols such as the iconic figure of Uncle Sam. This exhibit brings together works that examine themes of nationalism, unity, protest, memory, and myth,...
Premier Arts Academy: Student Art Exhibition
We are excited to welcome the students, parents and teachers from Premier Arts Academy, grades 6 through 8, who will be showing their artwork for the first time at the museum! Please come and enjoy the wonderful student work on display from May 13 through May 17, 2026. Admission: MMAA Members: FreeElkhart County...
HOOSIER MADE
Celebrating the Artistic Heritage of Indiana Indiana has always been a place that inspires — from the rolling, sun-dappled hills of Brown County to the flat, patterned farmlands of the north, from small-town traditions to the bold ideas that put Hoosier artists on the world stage. Hoosier Made brings...
Tuck Langland: The Egyptian Series
Tuck Langland reimagines ancient Egypt through a contemporary lens Tuck Langland is one of the Michiana region's most celebrated sculptors. Born and educated in Minnesota, he received his BFA and MFA in sculpture from the University of Minnesota. In 1971 he joined Indiana University South Bend as professor of...
MIND, BODY AND SOUL
FRIDAY, APRIL 24 – SUNDAY, JUNE 28 Art has always been humanity's most honest language — one that speaks across time, culture, and experience without the need for translation. Mind, Body and Soul brings together a compelling collection of works that explore the full spectrum of what it means to be human. Whether...
ALL THAT JAZZ!
FRIDAY, JUNE 5 – SUNDAY, JULY 5 Immerse yourself in our vibrant exhibit celebrating the spirit of jazz, coinciding with the Elkhart Jazz Fest. This collection features dynamic artworks that capture the rhythm, emotion, and improvisational energy of jazz music, showcasing how visual art and sound intertwine to create...
EMMA SCHROCK: FOLK MEMORIES
WEDNESDAY JULY 1 – MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Join us for ‘Folk Memories,’ an evocative exhibit by artist Emma Schrock, the "Grandma Mosses" of Northern Indiana, that weaves together nostalgia and storytelling through vibrant imagery. Each piece reflects the rich tapestry of personal and cultural heritage, inviting viewers...
ABSTRACT WOMEN ARTISTS OF THE 1950s
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 – MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Explore the groundbreaking contributions of Abstract Women Artists from the 1950s, featuring the dynamic works of Grace Hartigan, Joan Mitchell, and Helen Frankenthaler. This exhibit celebrates their innovative expressions and bold experimentation, highlighting the vital role...
THE CHICAGO IMAGISTS: WORKS ON PAPER
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 – MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Exploring the boundary between high art and popular kitsch, this collection highlights the mastery of line and color inherent to the Chicago Imagist circle. Through sketches, watercolors, and lithographs, the exhibit traces the group’s evolution from the ‘Hairy Who’ to an...
Youth Art Month
Youth Art Month (YAM) is an annual event coordinated nationally by the Council for Art Education (CFAE) and is a primary program of the National Art Education Association (NAEA). It's a nationwide initiative in March each year that promotes the value of art education for K-12 students, encouraging...