RISD Museum announces retirement of Museum Director John W. Smith PROVIDENCE, RI, August 7, 2020—After nearly 10 years of leading the RISD Museum, Director John W.
Climate Emergency and Sustainability Statement Climate change and environmental sustainability are among the greatest challenges facing humanity today.
Anti Racism Work Plan - 2020 The RISD Museum commits to work deliberately, consistently, and compassionately to confront racism and injustice in its many forms.
Full-Time Summer Internship Programs The RISD Museum has partnered in the past with the Studio Institute’s Arts Intern Program to offer full-time summer internships.
Research Residency for Artists “We build a world where art and design are essential to shaping a meaningful future.”
College and University Art Museum Reciprocal Program Through the College and University Art Museums Reciprocal Program, academic museums have opened their doors to the members of other teaching museums.
RISD Museum Announces New Curatorial Leadership in Prints, Drawings, and Photographs September 9, 2025 — The RISD Museum announces new leadership in its Department of Prints, Drawings, and Photographs (PDP).
RISD Museum to Open First U.S. Survey of Liz Collins’ Groundbreaking Practice March 24, 2025 — This summer, the RISD Museum will open the first U.S. survey of artist Liz Collins’ genre-defying work.
Opportunities Learn about ways to more closely participate, engage, and collaborate with the RISD Museum.
Part-Time Summer Internship Program The RISD Museum’s Mellon summer internship program introduces students to museum work and offers in-depth experience working in a specific department of the RISD Museum.