About the Exhibition

NOW THROUGH OCT. 30 | FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Celebrated for his versatility as a painter, muralist, and sculptor, Bill J. Hammon was a titan of Omaha’s mid-century art scene. During his career, he produced a remarkable body of work including numerous commissions that remain part of Omaha’s cultural landscape. This exhibition presents the first-ever retrospective of Hammon’s work, offering a long-overdue look at the artist’s influential career, creative range, and enduring contribution to our city’s artistic heritage.

Reception

Friday, Oct. 2 | 5 to 7 P.M.

Talks

• Wednesday, Sept. 16 | Noon to 1 P.M.  (WFAB Room 214) | "Hammon's Public Projects" Ray Christensen
• Wednesday, Sept. 30 | Noon to 1 P.M. WFAB Room 214) | "Hammon Homage Installation", Megan McCoy
• Wednesday, Oct. 14 | Noon to 1 P.M. (WFAB Room 214) | "Mid-Century Modern", Nicholas Newman
• Wednesday, Oct. 28 | Noon to 1 P.M. (WFAB Room 214) | "Pershing Mural", Roger Lempke

Paper Bead Workshops

Work with artist Megan McCoy. No experience needed. Beads for an installation tied to the Hammon Exhibition. 

• Wednesday, Sept. 2 | Noon to 2 P.M. (WFAB Gallery) | collaboration with CAPS
• Tuesday, Sept. 8 | 4 to 6 P.M. (Criss Library Room 249)
• Wednesday, Sept. 9 | Noon to 2 P.M. (H&K Room 104) | collaboration with Accessbility Services
• Tuesday, Sept. 15 | 4to 6 P.M. (Criss Library Room 249)
• Wednesday, Sept.16 | Noon to 2 P.M. (Milo Bail)
• Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 4 to 6 P.M. (Criss Library Room 231)
• Wednesday, Sept. 23 | Noon to 2 P.M. (WFAB Gallery)

Closure

October 19–20 (Student Holiday)

Parking

Friday's free in West Garage. Other days use Park Omaha app at kiosks located inside garage.