Exhibitions & Programming

Currently On View in the Robert Lehman Gallery

A Madeleine Moment

Featuring works by over 40 artists working across glass, ceramics, fiber, painting, drawing, photography, food, and mixed media, the exhibition focuses on the collective narratives that emerge through food- reflecting on tradition, politics, culture, and communal identity.

Closing reception, November 8th from 6-9 PM.

On view through Saturday, November 8, 2025

The Scope: An MFA Exhibition

January 14th – March 13th, 2026

Our biennial exhibition of artists who have recently received their Masters in Fine Art includes Cooper O'Brien, Caitlin Waugh, John Dillard, Kwun Lan Wong, and Silver Kim.

Opening reception January 14, 2026 from 6-8 PM.

Lecture Series - Glass in Context Part II - From Venice to Industrialization and Beyond (January)

January 20th, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Lecture Series - Glass in Context: Part II - From Venice to Industrialization and Beyond (February)

February 17th, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Lecture Series - Glass in Context Part II - From Venice to Industrialization and Beyond (March)

March 24th, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Lecture Series - Glass in Context Part II - From Venice to Industrialization and Beyond (April)

April 21st, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

The Agnes Varis Art Center features exhibitions, public programs, and UrbanGlass store, which explore the many ways that glass is used in the creative process.

UrbanGlass exhibitions are generously supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, the New York State Council on the Arts, the Robert Lehman Foundation, and the Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass.

Art Center Hours

Mon Closed
Tue 11:00–7:00
Wed 11:00–7:00
Thu 11:00–7:00
Fri 11:00–7:00
Sat 11:00–7:00
Sun 11:00–5:00