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Phoenix Art Museum has served its community for sixty years, a brave space at the heart of its city, offering a diverse range of exhibitions and programs, along with a collection of more than 20,000 artworks held in the public trust. For more information about upcoming and past exhibitions, as well as leadership appointments, major gifts, and additions to the collection, the Museum’s Press Room provides access to helpful information for national and local journalists.

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Apr, 23, 2025

Special Engagement Exhibitions

Phoenix Art Museum to premiere first Eric Fischl survey in nearly a decade

Opening November 2025, Eric Fischl: Stories Told brings together artist's signature large-scale paintings that explore myths of middle-class suburban America PHOENIX (April 23, 2025) – This fall, Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) presents Eric Fischl: Stories Told, organized by PhxArt and guest cura...

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Apr, 21, 2025

Board of Trustees and Leadership

Phoenix Art Museum announces retirement of American Art Curator

Betsy Fahlman, PhD, recognized for her contributions following nearly a decade of service at PhxArt and more than three decades at ASU PHOENIX (April 21, 2025) – Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) announces that Betsy Fahlman, PhD, will retire on June 30, 2025, following nine years of service as the institution's Adju...

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Mar, 26, 2025

Photography

New Photography Exhibition at Phoenix Art Museum Explores the Role of Comedy throughout the Medium’s History

Funny Business: Photography and Humor opens June 2025 with more than 70 whimsical, comedic works from John Baldessari, Zig Jackson, Helen Levitt, William Wegman, and Garry Winograd, among others PHOENIX, AZ (March 26, 2025) – This summer, Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) will explore the use of comedy throughout the...

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Mar, 19, 2025

Special Events and Programs

Phoenix Art Museum partners with Phoenix College to host 2025 Eric Fischl Series featuring artist Eric Fischl

The evening includes an exhibition of artwork by Phoenix College students, the Vanguard Awards presentation, and a conversation between Fischl and special guest Eleanor Nairne PHOENIX (March 19, 2025) – This spring, Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) hosts the 2025 Eric Fischl Series in partnership with Phoenix Colleg...

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