Open year round, the Galleries at Herron showcase the artwork of emerging and established contemporary artists and designers, as well as the work of Herron’s acclaimed faculty, distinguished alumni and students. All exhibitions and artist talks are free and open to the public.
Galleries closed until further notice
For the safety of our community, and based on the guidance of federal and state public health agencies, our galleries are closed until further notice and related events have been cancelled. We look forward to welcoming visitors again as soon as possible. Please check our website for updates.
Current exhibitions
Tsherin Sherpa
Metamorphosis: Recent Painting & Sculpture by Tsherin Sherpa
March 11 – April 25, 2020
Berkshire, Reese, and Paul Galleries
Eskenazi Hall
Trained in the traditions of Tibetan thangka painting, Tsherin Sherpa's work borrows imagery from classical Tibetan Buddhist iconography to investigate the dichotomy found where sacred and secular traditions and world cultures collide.
This exhibition is the first of a new annual series focusing on contemporary international art and artists and is presented with support from Rossi & Rossi Gallery.
Beatriz Vasquez
Hope & Loss—A Border Elegy: Recent Work by Beatriz Vasquez
March 11 – April 25, 2020
Marsh Gallery
Eskenazi Hall
Employing the Mexican folk-art technique of papel picado, where intricate designs are cut into colorful sheets of tissue paper, Herron alumna Beatriz Vasquez pushes the boundaries of this widely used art form to address the humanitarian crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border. Vasquez will moderate a panel discussion, "Migration: A Force of Nature—A Basic Human Need," in conjunction with the exhibition.
This exhibition is supported in part by the Welcoming Campus Innovation Fund, with additional support provided by the Arts and Humanities Institute at IUPUI.
Adam Milner
Adam Milner–The Bed and My Moon
March 11 – April 25, 2020
Basile Gallery
Eskenazi Hall
The Bed and My Moon reveals Brooklyn-based artist Adam Milner's nocturnal musings on sleep and the remnants of the experience through a 10-year daily photography practice and silvery, cast replicas of the moon created while in residence at Herron.
Upcoming exhibitions
Graduate Thesis Exhibition
May 6-23, 2020
Berkshire, Reese, Paul, Marsh, and Basile Galleries
Eskenazi Hall
An exhibition featuring the work of Herron students completing their master's degrees in art therapy, visual art, and visual communication design.
Undergraduate Capstone Exhibition
May 6-23, 2020
Eskenazi Hall and Eskenazi Fine Arts Center
The Undergraduate Capstone Exhibition features exceptional works produced by Herron seniors across a variety of art and design disciplines.
Biennial Faculty Exhibition
Jun. 10 – Sep. 3, 2020
Berkshire, Reese, Paul, Marsh, and Basile Galleries
Filling all the galleries of Eskenazi Hall, the Biennial Faculty Exhibition offers a glimpse into the diverse, creative activity of Herron professors across all departments and disciplines.
Thank you
Parking is free in the Sports Complex Garage adjacent to Eskenazi Hall or on levels 5 and 6 of the Riverwalk Garage, courtesy of The Great Frame Up Indianapolis, with validation from the Herron galleries.
In-kind support is provided by Sun King Brewing.
