Exhibitions
In Conversation
With Our Community
Exhibitions express local identity and perspective.
Art isn’t meant to gather dust in a corner—it’s made to engage, provoke and connect. At the Lawton Gallery, we feature local artists to spark dialogue, reflecting truths relevant to our community. Much of the art responds to current events, regional landscapes and the challenges facing Northeast Wisconsin. While many pieces come from students, faculty, and staff, we also showcase submissions from national and international artists, ensuring diverse voices enrich the conversation.
2026 Spring Exhibitions
Read the Room
January 26–February 26, 2026
Reception: Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 4 – 7 p.m.
Featuring the works of five artists who integrate text into their work. Chloe Ally, Nina Ghanbarzadeh, Nirmal Raja, Glen Martin Taylor, and Lisa Wicka.
Print is Punk
March 5–April 10, 2026
Reception: Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 4 – 7 p.m.
Two-person exhibition featuring Gail Panske and Ben Rinehart.
2026 Senior Exhibitions
April 16–April 24 & April 30–May 8th
Reception for senior exhibition 1: Thursday, April 16 from 4 – 7 p.m.
Reception for senior exhibition 2: Thursday, April 30 from 4 – 7 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate the work of these graduating art and design students with their capstone projects! More information to come soon.
Submit Your Work
If you're an artist and want to submit your work, get in touch with us! We welcome a diverse array of art to broaden our horizons.
Ask an Artist
Lawton Gallery Curator and working artist Cristian Andersson helps shape our exhibitions. If you have questions about current and upcoming shows, he can help!