Welcome to the Owens

Plan your visit, find access information, and learn about exhibitions and programs

A vertical display stand with shelves holds various objects including ear protection and a Sensory Kit.

Access Information

Find detailed venue access information and explore our access resources and sensory supports

In a gallery an adult and child sit together at a table cluttered with small scraps of cut paper. The adult uses a pair of scissors to cut a small pieces of paper while the child watches. Behind them adults and children work at other tables.

Make Something Sunday Family Program

Pasta maker printmaking returns—Sunday 19 January, 2:00-4:00 pm

 

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Publications

Explore exhibition catalogues, Occasional Papers, and other special publishing projects

A landscape painting depicts a lush, green meadow with a small body of water in the foreground. Below the cloud filled sky, is a dense clusters of dark green trees. The water in the foreground reflects some of the colours of the sky and surrounding vegetation, with a few tall reeds emerging from its surface.

Upcoming Talk

Join Gwen Manthey, Paintings Conservator, Smithsonian American Art Museum, for a talk about the conservation of  Edward Mitchell Bannister’s paintings—Tuesday 21 January 2025 @ 7:00 pm

Borrow an Art Kit

Try a mini-making activity inspired by our exhibitions—for kids ages 2-12

Conservation Lab

Learn about how we care for the Owens Collection

Become a Friend of the Owens

Support innovation in community outreach, art education, mentorship and more at the Owens

Owens TV

Watch artist talks, interviews, behind-the-scenes videos and more