Jan. 29, 2025 TO
Jul. 31, 2025
This presentation explores American art in three sections: masterworks by Thomas Eakins and Winslow Homer, whose works captured the aspirations and apprehensions of a nation coming into its own; American modernist paintings that convey the ingenuity of artists working amidst the tumult of the interwar years; and color field painters, who deemphasized gesture and active brushstrokes to distill the vocabulary of painting to its very essence.
Feb. 5, 2025 TO
Jul. 31, 2025
Featuring works from the Addison’s extensive photography collection, this exhibition considers the dynamics of two beings sharing space, whether they be romantic partners, family members, close friends, rivals, strangers, or interspecies companions. Each image invites viewers to delve into the stories behind the expressions, prompting questions about the relationship, the context of the encounter, and the emotions at play.
A collection of 25 models of American sailing ships, permanently on display in the museum’s lower level
