Object Study or Viewing
Object study and viewing are valuable close-looking opportunities for students. Object Study is offered in our specially outfitted Contemporary Craft Gallery in the dedicated object study glass case. Selected artworks may remain on view for up to three weeks. Object viewing is for a single class visit. No talk or accompanying information is typically offered.
Object Study Artwork Selection Guidelines
- You may request a maximum of six works, depending on size.
- The total dimensions of available display space are 6.5 feet tall by 15 feet wide by 21 inches deep.
- Fewer objects may be displayed, depending on size.
- Size restrictions for paintings are 41 inches tall by 46 inches wide or smaller.
- Size restrictions for prints are 36 inches tall by 40 inches wide or smaller.
- Size restrictions for objects are 24 inches tall by 60 inches wide by 21 inches deep or smaller.
- Weight limit is 50 pounds.
Object Viewing Guidelines
- Artworks not on view may be requested for temporary viewing during a scheduled period, e.g. class time.
- Works on paper are most suitable.
- You may request a maximum of 15 works, depending on size.
Schedule a visit.
Timing Your Visit
Click on the link above to schedule a visit to the object study classroom.
Requests must be submitted 15 business days before your desired date. Someone from the collection and exhibitions team will respond to your request within two business days. We process requests on a first-come, first-served basis. Submitting a request does not guarantee that the date and time you request will be available for your visit.
The works you request will be retrieved from storage and be made available for you to study or view during the date and time you have the space reserved. You may search parts of the collection online. The works requested must be portable. Some works may not be available based on size limits, condition, or unavailability due to display or loan.
The time allowed for object study is three to six weeks depending on additional requests for the space.
If you have questions, please contact the museum.