Art at UMass Amherst

The Department of Art is committed to educating its students to become contemporary artists and designers through in-depth core disciplines as well as interdisciplinary and integrated approaches to making art.

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Herter Art Gallery

Herter Gallery is the oldest exhibition space on the UMass Amherst campus. Its primary purpose is to arrange for the display and study of works of art consonant with the educational mission of the university’s Department of Art.

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Spring 2025 Student Art Sale

We are pleased to announce the return of the Student Art Sale, taking place during the HFA Days festival on March 28th from 12:00 - 4:00 PM at the Studio Art Building.

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