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RISD Museum appoints new Mellon Fellow

PROVIDENCE, RI, October 2, 2019—The RISD Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of our fifth Andrew W.

Research

Research informs how we acquire works of art, care for the collection, and

RI Artist Membership

The RISD Museum remains deeply engaged with its creative community and supports the cultivation of artists, designers, and makers of all kinds through its collection, exhibitions, pu

Joan Hall and Mark Weil Conservation Fund Fellowship

The Joan Hall and Mark Weil Conservation Fund Fellowship is open to undergraduate students from all disciplinary backgrounds.

RISD Museum celebrates 5th Anniversary of Artist Membership and announces 2020 Artist Fellow

PROVIDENCE, RI, February 6, 2020— The RISD Museum is celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Free Rhode Island Artist Membership program.

Message from Director John W. Smith

6/5/2020 Dear Museum Friends,

RISD Museum announces Interim Director Sarah Ganz Blythe

PROVIDENCE, RI, November 10, 2020–The RISD Museum is pleased to announce that Sarah Ganz Blythe has been named Interim Director of the RISD Museum upon the

RISD Museum announces Shahzia Sikander: Extraordinary Realities to open November 12, 2021

October 19, 2021, Providence, RI—The RISD Museum announces that Shahzia Sikander: Extraordinary Realities

RISD Museum announces new installation Helina Metaferia: We've Been Here Before

RISD Museum announces new installation Helina Metaferia: We’ve Been Here Before

The RISD Museum announces Helina Metaferia:

RISD Museum Names Tsugumi Maki Director

PROVIDENCE, RI, July 25, 2023 –The RISD Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Tsugumi Maki as its director effective October 10.

Art Museum Reciprocal Network (AMRN)

Free admission and discounts on purchases at over 30 participating museums, including the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the Peabody Essex Museum.

Welcome Citizen Membership

RISD Recent Alumni Membership

RISD alumni receive free individual membership to the RISD Museum for ten years following their graduation date.

Guided Visits Tour Themes

Adult Guided Visits INTRODUCTION TO THE RISD MUSEUM

Reciprocal Membership Programs

The RISD Museum participates in three reciprocal membership programs that give our members access to over 1,000 museums nationwide!

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.

Renowned Photographer Catherine Opie to Deliver RISD Museum’s 47th Annual Gail Silver Memorial Lecture

September 2, 2025 — On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the RISD Museum will welcome acclaimed American photographer Catherine Opie for the 47th Annual Gail Silver Memorial Lectu

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 Announces 2026 Research Resident: Toby Sisson

September 29, 2025 — The RISD Museum is pleased to announce that Providence-based artist and educator Toby Sisson has been selected as the museum’s Research Residen

Tours & Group Visits

Explore options for visits, curricular support, and other resources. On-site guided visits, on-site self-guided visits, and virtual experiences are available.

RISD Museum Presents “A Shared Journey: The Barkan Contemporary Ceramic Collection”

November 5, 2025 — The RISD Museum is pleased to present A Shared Journey: The Barkan Contemporary Ceramic Collection, a landmark exhibit

Opportunities

Learn about ways to more closely participate, engage, and collaborate with the RISD Museum.

Museum Guild

The Museum Guild is a group of undergraduate students from local colleges and universities.