exhibitions

The Spartanburg Art Museum is the only art museum in the Upstate that exclusively exhibits contemporary art. Our exhibits change 4 – 5 times a year.

SAM’s exhibition calendar boasts a diverse range of contemporary artwork.

exhibitions

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priceless art

Located in the heart of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina, Spartanburg Art Museum is the only contemporary art museum in the Upstate region. General admission to our contemporary art exhibitions is always free for everyone.

free admission

priceless art

Spartanburg Art Museum’s mission is to advance contemporary visual arts by inspiring and engaging diverse audiences through exhibitions and education.

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current exhibition

Displaced

The Resilience and Resurgence of Artists Affected by Hurricane Helene

Featuring artists from Western NC and the SC Upstate

Jan 16, 2025 – Mar 31, 2025

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  • Introduction to Pastels!

    Opening a fresh box of pastels and seeing the variety...

  • Learn to Paint: Paint Your Pet

    All levels welcome. Join Katherine Rausch to focus on creating...

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