University Art Gallery

Located near the library and university center, the Central Michigan University Art Gallery's mission is to provide you and other mid-Michigan community members the opportunity to see contemporary art by emerging and established regional, national and international artists.

The gallery also serves as a laboratory and classroom for you to learn the process and concepts of exhibiting your creative work through juried student shows and senior BFA and BAA exhibitions.

We showcase art

We feature up to 12 exhibitions a year, as well as related lectures and films. Our schedule includes original curated exhibitions and national traveling exhibitions. You will be able to exhibit your work in an impressive 1890 square feet of display space and 290 running feet of walls in two galleries, equipped with LED track lighting, computer monitors, wifi, and a high-definition digital projector with a sound system.

Current exhibition

Poster for art exhibition COLLECTive CONCERNS Collage and Assemblage. These title is written out on a white background. collage images show through the letters as if they are windows.

COLLECTive CONCERS Collage and Assemblage

Artists explore collage and assemblage as a coping mechanism, siren call, or cautionary warning for collective concerns that impact our culture. Assembled from discarded but highly curated materials, each artist presents a unique collection of works that speak to the challenges posed by unprecedented times.

Works by Judy Bowman, Elaine Crivelli, Kristy Deetz, Virginia Derryberry, Reni Gower, Craig Hill, Errin Ironside, Sue Johnson, Axelle Kieffer, Edwin Shelton, Alexandra N. Sherman, and Michelle Stutts

Exhibition Dates: October 10 - November 8, 2025

Reception: Thursday, October 9 from 4 - 6 pm

Artist talk: withCraig Hill at 6 pm in Wightman 142

About the gallery

    The gallery is free and open to the public. There is never an admission charge.

    Tours and Group Visits
    Tours are available at no cost to school groups or other visitors. To schedule tours or group visits of over 15* people contact 989-774-7457.

    Mailing address
    University Art Gallery
    Wightman 132
    Central Michigan University
    Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859

    Shipping address
    University Art Gallery
    Central Michigan University
    251 E. Preston St.
    Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859