Welcome to the Arts at the University of Washington!
We take pride in being the front porch of the University of Washington. Here you can partake in a wide range of rich artistic experiences side-by-side with students, faculty, and staff -- every single day.
Resources for Visitors
Visit Museums and Galleries:
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Burke Museum
With working labs you can see into, one-of-a-kind objects all around you, and galleries filled with curiosity and conversation, at the Burke, you see—and feel—a world alive. The Burke Museum is located on the University of Washington campus in Seattle with a focus on dinosaurs, fossils, Northwest Native art, plant and animal collections, and cultural pieces from across the globe. Explore the Burke
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Henry Art Gallery
The Henry is internationally-recognized for bold and challenging exhibitions, for pushing the boundaries of contemporary art and culture, and for being the first to premiere new works by established and emerging artists. Visit Henry Art Gallery
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Jacob Lawrence Gallery
The Jacob Lawrence Gallery isan exhibition space within the UW School of Art + Art History + Design, committed to education, social justice, and experimentation. Visit the Jacob Lawrence Gallery
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Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Founded upon student activism and empowerment, ECC is the largest and longest-standing cultural center on a college campus in the nation. Visit ECC
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Meany Center for the Performing Arts
Through innovative performances, Meany Center advances public engagement, cultural exchange, creative research, and learning through the arts. Visit Meany Center
Upcoming Events
Oct. 24, 2025
UW Symphony Orchestra with Cristina Valdés
David Alexander Rahbee leads the UW Symphony in a program of music by Schubert, Liszt, and Dvořák. Faculty pianist Cristina Valdés joins the orchestra for a performance of Liszt: Totentanz, S.126…
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Oct. 26, 2025
Wind Ensemble Chamber Winds
Members of the UW Wind Ensemble (Erin Bodnar, director) perform music by Caroline Shaw, Richard Strauss, Robert Spittal, Emil Hartmann, Enrique Crespo and others.Biographies
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Oct. 28, 2025
Liberation Book Club: Art and Activism
Our question to consider: How can we begin to think about using an art practice to meet the moment?This program is part of the Liberation Book Club at the Jacob Lawrence Gallery. This year-long…
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