Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
CURRENTS 2025 @ University Gallery
Each year EMU celebrates the fantastic high school art education programs throughout our region. This year’s exhibition includes student work from ten local high schools and over 40 students. We’re excited to support these artists and share their work with you as they begin their journey.
October 27 - December 14 2025
Public reception Thursday November 6th from 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Jan Michael Field : Happy / Sad @ Ford Gallery
Eastern Michigan University is pleased to present a retrospective of former long time painting faculty member, Jan Michael Field. The exhibition showcases over 30 of Jan’s colorful collages that give us a sense of who the late artist was and how he saw the world.
October 6 - October 31 2025
Public reception Thursday October 9th from 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Upcoming
Capstone @ Ford Gallery
March 31 - April 17 2025
Currents Juried HS Student Show @ University Gallery
March 17 - April 27
Hours
Ford Gallery Hours *
Monday thru Thursday - 10am to 2pm (CLOSED OVER SCHOOL BREAKS & HOLIDAYS)
University Gallery Hours *
Monday through Friday - 10am to 5pm (CLOSED OVER SCHOOL BREAKS & HOLIDAYS)
Saturday - 10am to 2pm
*Please note, gallery hours are subject to change depending on student schedules. If you contact us in advance we can work to have the galleries open for you by appointment during off hours.
Eastern Michigan University Galleries
University Gallery
900 Oakwood St.Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Ford Gallery
114 Ford Hall Ypsilanti, MI 48197
The School of Art & Design at Eastern Michigan University provides students and faculty in art history, studio art and visual art education with an environment that fosters excellence in teaching, creative work and research, and a department-wide focus on student-centered learning.