Art Museum of theUniversity of Memphis
The Art Museum of the University of Memphis (AMUM) is a museum of visual art and culture. AMUM serves the University and its region as a resource and laboratory for the study, interpretation, and presentation of the visual arts and the dissemination of artistic scholarly research.
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Featured Exhibits
Paul Revere Williams: American Architect - August 29th to October 11th | Visit Exhibit
Ancient Egyptian Art | Visit Exhibit
Windows on Africa | Visit Exhibit
Museum News
The Museum will be closed until October 24 which is the opening of the next show, Best of Tennessee Crafts: 2026
Night At The Museum
Join us at Night at the Museum happening Thursday, October 29 at 4-6 PM. We will have free snacks and drinks, as well as interactive activities programs inspired by the museum's visual arts to life. For questions or more information, please contact Adriana Dunn at ardunn@memphis.edu.
"Best of Tennessee Craft: 2026 Biennial" Exhibition
On Saturday, October 24, the Art Museum of the University of Memphis (AMUM) opens a new exhibition Best of Tennessee Craft: 2026 Biennial.
Best of Tennessee Craft: 2026 Biennial is Tennessee Craft’s premier juried exhibition, celebrating the extraordinary talent, vision, and craftsmanship of artists working across the state. Hosted at the Art Museum of the University of Memphis, this highly anticipated exhibition showcases outstanding contemporary and traditional craft by emerging and established Tennessee artists alike. From clay and fiber to wood, metal, glass, mixed media, and beyond, the Biennial highlights the innovation, skill, and creative spirit shaping craft in Tennessee today.
First launched shortly after Tennessee Craft’s founding in 1965, Best of Tennessee Craft is one of the state’s longest-running craft exhibitions. Created to encourage, develop, and promote crafts and craftspeople across Tennessee, the exhibition has, for decades, recognized exceptional handmade work while helping elevate the visibility of Tennessee artists and the importance of craft in the region’s cultural identity. Today, the Biennial continues that legacy by connecting artists to new audiences, opportunities, and professional recognition.
Windows on Africa
“Windows on Africa” offers a glimpse into the visual expressions that have shaped, and continue to shape, African societies. At its core, African art embodies innovation and interpretation, reflecting a deep connection to spirituality, community, and the environment. Drawing from its expansive collection of traditional African artworks, AMUM invites you to explore the depth and diversity of African visual arts through five major thematic exhibitions: Architecture, Daily Life, Spirituality, Metal Arts and Masquerade. Embark on a journey to discover the stories and significance of Africa's rich artistic heritage.
The AMUM Podcast.
Ringing in the new year with some very exciting news! The Art Museum of the University
of Memphis will be launching its very own podcast titled "The AMUM Podcast." The first
episode will be available at the end of January/early February. The museum will put
out one episode each month that covers the museum's latest exhibitions, feature special
guests (such as guest curators, museum professionals, artists, art historians, etc.),
discuss new projects happening within the museum, showcase students working in the
museum, and more. Stay tuned for more information coming soon about this special programming.
To listen to the podcast go to https://digitalcommons.memphis.edu/amum-podcast/ In the meantime, come visit us! We are open, Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Please call (901)-678-2224 if you have any questions.
