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Department of Art + Design Exhibitions and Lectures

Gallery hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays 1 to 5 p.m., and closed Sundays and University Holidays. 


Spring 2026

CWU Art + Design Alumni Exhibition: Crossroads and Connections III
Exhibit on View April 9—May 2, 2026

Closing Event, Alumni Spring Fest
Saturday, May 2: 3 to 6 p.m., Randall Hall

Graduates of the Art + Design department at Central Washington University are invited to the third annual Art + Design Alumni Spring Fling on May 2nd from 3pm-6pm in Randall Hall!

Event Itinerary

3:00 – 3:30: Sign-in and mingle

3:30 – 4:00: Guided tour of Alumni Exhibition

4:00 – 4:15: Welcome remarks from alumni liaison and current students

4:00 – 5:00: Photo Booth and get-to-know-you bingo

5:00 – 6:00: Scavenger Hunt

Throughout the event, you can: Print a custom tee, apron, or tote to commemorate the event (BYO shirt or purchase a tote or apron). Enjoy snacks and beverages, including beer and hard cider generously provided by Iron Horse Brewery. Purchase wares created by the student-run Clay Club.

6:00 – 8:00: Afterparty at PUNCH Projects for further mingling and karaoke!


2026 Juried Student Art + Design Exhibition

Exhibit on View May 14—June 6, 2026

Opening Reception and Award Ceremony, Thursday, May 14, 5 to 7 p.m.

Awards will be announced at 6 p.m. 

An annual exhibition for outstanding student artwork created during the past academic year.

 

 

 

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