guide to arts on campus:

UNIVERSITY OF OREGON

Eugene is known for having an electric and vibrant arts and culture sector. Part of what makes our community unique is having a mixture of professional arts organizations as well as universities and colleges that also offer top-notch arts and culture experiences. These experiences are not just for students but are open to the entire community. Not only can you experience students training to become the next generation of artistic producers, but also the world-class artists training them and exciting visiting artists. The highlights below are just to kick-start your exploration of all the campus has to offer you. You can explore a wealth of arts of culture right on campus.

school of music & dance

The University of Oregon School of Music and Dance serves as an educational and cultural resource for the University of Oregon, the local community, and the state of Oregon. Students and faculty foster experimentation and innovation by supporting the creation of new work that is grounded in the traditional canon and technique. There are over 40 student ensembles and 300+ performances each year for you to enjoy!

university theatre

University of Oregon students provide the community with live theatrical performances. The Miller Theatre Complex features two recently renovated spaces – the Robinson and the Hope. The Robinson Theatre is a 300-seat proscenium theatre with a beautifully expanded lobby, acoustics upgrades, and greatly improved sightlines from stadium-style seating. The Hope Theatre is a 150-seat flexible space designed with state-of-the-art sound and light capability. They present exciting new work as well as well-known classics.

public art

Campus Art Tour – Explore the University of Oregon’s rich array of free-standing sculptures and incorporated artworks of the university’s campus buildings. It will take approximately one hour to complete this one-mile tour.

museum of natural and cultural history

The Museum of Natural and Cultural History enhances knowledge of Earth’s environments and cultures, inspiring stewardship of our collective past, present, and future. Officially created in 1935-36 as the Oregon State Museum of Anthropology and Museum of Natural History, the museum has its roots in the late 1800s, when geologist Thomas Condon joined the University of Oregon as one of its first three professors and brought his extensive fossil collection to the UO. There is free admission on the first Friday of every month.

jordan schnitzer museum of art

The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA), founded in 1933, features engaging exhibitions, significant collections of historic and contemporary art, and exciting educational programs that support the university’s academic mission and the diverse interests of its off-campus communities. There is free admission on the first Friday of every month.

galleries

There are delightful gallery spaces sprinkled throughout campus. The LaVerne Krause Gallery is a student exhibition space located in Lawrence Hall. They showcase talented student artists and have exciting new exhibitions every week during the fall, winter, and spring terms. The gallery is open Monday- Thursday from 9 am – 6 pm. There are typically opening receptions on Thursdays at 5 pm. Make sure to check the UO Event Calendar for updates on receptions. The Erb Memorial Union’s Adell McMillan Gallery (on the second floor) and Aperture Gallery (on the first floor, east of the Metolius Room) display artwork by the greater UO community—including students, alumni, faculty members, and staff—as well as artists from around the world.

uo craft center

The Craft Center is open to UO students, faculty, staff, UO alumni, and community members. Located in the Erb Memorial Union, the Craft Center has studio spaces for darkroom photography, woodworking, glassworking, paper arts, printmaking, fiber arts, jewelry and metalsmithing, painting and drawing, and ceramics. Each of these studios comes equipped with professional quality materials and tools.

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Center Art Research
Center for Art Research
The Center for Art Research (CFAR) is a collaborative, artist-run platform for experimentation and exchange rooted in art making. The Center cultivates diverse modes of engagement related to the practices of contemporary artists by supporting speculative Research, Discourse, Exhibition, and Publication. CFAR is directed by the faculty in the University of Oregon’s Department of Art, and is sustained by the contributions of individuals and institutions from around the world. Follow CFAR on Instagram @uocenterforartresearch.
centerforartresearch.uoregon.edu
JSMA
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon
The only academic art museum in Oregon accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the University of Oregon Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA) features engaging exhibitions, significant collections of historic and contemporary art and exciting educational programs that support the university’s academic mission and the diverse interests of its off-campus communities. High-resolution, 360-degree photos allow you to experience the museum in virtual tours.
jsma.uoregon.edu
Museum of Natural and Cultural History
Museum of Natural and Cultural History
The Museum of Natural and Cultural History enhances knowledge of Earth’s environments and cultures, inspiring stewardship of our collective past, present, and future. The museum is a center of interdisciplinary research and education, serving the State of Oregon, the University of Oregon, Native American Tribes, the research community, K-12 students and teachers, and the wider public in Oregon and beyond.
mnch.uoregon.edu
Craft Center
The Craft Center, University of Oregon
The Craft Center is the place to begin your journey. No matter what your background is, at the Craft Center you can find an escape and discover your creative side. Whether you want to learn something new, or revisit past experiences, we are here for you. Art exploration, relaxation and innovation are all possible. Visit our 8 studios to work independently or register for a workshop of your choice. Follow us on Instagram: @uocraftcenter.
craftcenter.uoregon.edu
University Theatre
University Theatre
University Theatre offers five main stage shows per year. The shows take place in the Miller Theatre Complex which offers both the Robinson Theatre (300 person capacity) and the Hope Theatre (125 person capacity). University Theatre offers the opportunity for all students to participate as actors, directors, designers, choreographers, playwrights, composers, musicians, technicians, publicists and more. Follow University Theatre on all social media channels @uotheatrearts
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UO School Art Design
UO School of Art + Design
The School of Art + Design is a community of creatively and critically engaged artists and designers. Our work mines the intersection of thinking, making, seeing, and questioning. We believe that research, creative practice, and teaching are intrinsically linked. The academic and creative knowledge generated by the School of Art + Design is disseminated in a rich variety of forms including books, articles, and exhibitions. Follow us on Instagram @uoartdesign.
artdesign.uoregon.edu
UO School of Music and Dance
UO School of Music and Dance
Offering a wide variety of degree programs in dance, music performance, music education, composition, theory, musicology, opera, jazz studies, conducting, music technology, and more, the University of Oregon is known for having the only comprehensive school of music and dance in the state. We present approximately 300 concerts, performances, and events during the academic year, ranging from contemporary dance to African dance, early music and classical to contemporary music, world music, and jazz.
musicanddance.uoregon.edu