Exhibitions Archives

Goya’s Caprichos: Fantasy, Satire, and Artistic Innovation

JAN 9, 2027 - MAY 2, 2027

Goya’s Caprichos: Fantasy, Satire, and Artistic Innovation

This exhibition examines Los Caprichos (6th ed., 1890), the influential print series by Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes. Often identified as both the final representative of the Old Masters and an innovator of modern art, Goya utilized 80 etchings to reveal societal absurdities and prejudices.

Birds in Art 2026

SEP 12, 2026 - JAN 3, 2027

Birds in Art 2026

With their stunning plumage, beautiful songs, and delightful mannerisms, birds inspire us in endless ways. The 51st annual exhibition celebrates avian wonders through fresh interpretations by some of the world’s most talented artists.

Captured in Cold: Photographs from 35 Years of Team USA Snow Sculpture

JAN 9, 2026 - FEB 1, 2026

Captured in Cold: Photographs from 35 Years of Team USA Snow Sculpture

Celebrate the final year of Team USA Snow Sculpture at the Woodson Art Museum with this exhibition of photographic documentation marking 35 years of cool creativity. Captured in Cold: Photographs from 35 Years of Team USA Snow Sculpture showcases the final products and behind-the-scenes images that capture the artistry, teamwork, and fleeting beauty of snow transformed into sculptural masterpieces.

Portfolios 2026

MAR 28, 2026 - APR 19, 2026

Portfolios 2026

Wausau East High School International Baccalaureate (IB) art students collaborate with Advanced Placement (AP) art students from Wausau West to present highlights from their respective art portfolios, the result of rigorous program curricula.

Hot Off the Press: From Matrix to Masterpiece

MAY 16, 2026 - AUG 30, 2026

Hot Off the Press: From Matrix to Masterpiece

This exhibition brings together works from the permanent collection highlighting the full spectrum of printmaking techniques, including intaglio, relief, lithography, and serigraphy. Spanning centuries of innovation, the selection emphasizes both the art historical significance of these prints and the processes that shaped them. From the precision of engraved lines to the boldness of carved blocks and the vibrant layers of screen printing, the works demonstrate the enduring dialogue between technical mastery and artistic vision.