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PAST EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS

The New Salem Museum and Academy of Fine Art has presented a distinguished array of exhibitions and public programs, showcasing the work of leading contemporary realist artists and fostering dialogue around the practice of painting today. This page serves as an archive of these past exhibitions and events. Through these offerings, museum visitors experienced exceptional artwork in NSMA's inspiring setting.

View our current exhibitions and upcoming events here.

Coming February 2025 just in time to cure the winter doldrums, a special exhibit of fanciful, cheeky works guaranteed to make you smile!

PAST EXHIBITION

PAST EVENT

On The Lighter Side

Feb 16th - Apr 27th, 2025

Feb 16th - Apr 27th, 2025

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The Director’s Exhibition will present a collection of artwork curated by Michael Klein consisting of various influences connected to his work. The display of art will exemplify NSMA’s vision to create a stronghold for realism, selected to showcase several generations of living masters. 

PAST EXHIBITION

PAST EVENT

Director's Exhibition

Oct 2nd - Dec 29th, 2024

Oct 2nd - Dec 29th, 2024

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Join Director Michael Klein for an evening talk about NSMA's Director's Exhibition. The discussion will explore the museum’s approach to showcasing and advancing contemporary realism. Attendees will gain insight into the curatorial process and the key principles behind the paintings on display. RSVP is required.

PAST EXHIBITION

PAST EVENT

Director's Exhibition Talk

October 11th

October 11th

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6:00PM

Our Bi-Annual rotation of the permanent collection will showcase a fresh display of artwork at NSMA. Discover and admire 40+ incredible new pieces by contemporary masters.

PAST EXHIBITION

PAST EVENT

Permanent Collection Rotation

Opens June 14th, 2024

Opens June 14th, 2024

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Join us for a beautiful evening of music in NSMA's first floor grand gallery space by extraordinary duo Minqi Wang and Anthony Tracia!

PAST EXHIBITION

PAST EVENT

Summer Breeze - A Pipa Recital with Minqi Wang

Friday July 12th

Friday July 12th

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6:30pm

Coming February 2025 just in time to cure the winter doldrums, a special exhibit of fanciful, cheeky works guaranteed to make you smile!

EXHIBITION

EVENT

On The Lighter Side

Feb 16th - Apr 27th, 2025

Feb 16th - Apr 27th, 2025

6:00pm

The Director’s Exhibition will present a collection of artwork curated by Michael Klein consisting of various influences connected to his work. The display of art will exemplify NSMA’s vision to create a stronghold for realism, selected to showcase several generations of living masters. 

EXHIBITION

EVENT

Director's Exhibition

Oct 2nd - Dec 29th, 2024

Oct 2nd - Dec 29th, 2024

6:00pm

Join Director Michael Klein for an evening talk about NSMA's Director's Exhibition. The discussion will explore the museum’s approach to showcasing and advancing contemporary realism. Attendees will gain insight into the curatorial process and the key principles behind the paintings on display. RSVP is required.

EXHIBITION

EVENT

Director's Exhibition Talk

October 11th

October 11th

6:00pm

6:00PM

Our Bi-Annual rotation of the permanent collection will showcase a fresh display of artwork at NSMA. Discover and admire 40+ incredible new pieces by contemporary masters.

EXHIBITION

EVENT

Permanent Collection Rotation

Opens June 14th, 2024

Opens June 14th, 2024

6:00pm

Join us for a beautiful evening of music in NSMA's first floor grand gallery space by extraordinary duo Minqi Wang and Anthony Tracia!

EXHIBITION

EVENT

Summer Breeze - A Pipa Recital with Minqi Wang

Friday July 12th

Friday July 12th

6:00pm

6:30pm

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