Past Exhibitions

John Langdon: 1946-2026

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Main Building Rincliffe Gallery, 3rd Floor 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA
- Everyone
This exhibition is open September 14, 2026 through February 26, 2027. An innovative, award-winning graphic designer, beloved professor and painter of words, John Langdon inspired graphic designers, the field of typography, and stimulated the imaginations of mystery readers across the world. He was known for creating ambigrams in the early 1970s and designed logos for corporate clients, artists, musicians, and more.
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Italia è Moda: Celebrating Italian Fashion, Craftsmanship, and Innovation

Beginning September 14, 2026

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Drexel University Main Building, Great Court 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Everyone
This September, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation presents Italia è Moda, an exceptional showcase of Made in Italy. The international touring project makes its sole stop in the United States and aims to promote the excellence of Italian fashion and its creative industries worldwide.
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Dorm Objects 101

Friday, June 19, 2026

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Rincliffe Gallery Main Building, 3rd Floor 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Everyone
This exhibition, curated by Professor Joseph H. Larnerd and Director Lynn Clouser Waddell, will feature objects and photographs accompanied by interpretive labels written by students in Professor Larnerd’s "Visual Culture: Furniture" and "History of Modern Design" classes, students in Professor Seth Bruggeman’s “Material Culture for Historians” class at Temple University, and Drexel alumni.
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Health Sciences Building History Gallery Info Session

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

4:00 PM-5:00 PM

Zoom, Tuesday, 1/27/2026: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/84966350695 Zoom, Wednesday, 2/4/2026: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/81115027765
- Undergraduate Students
- Graduate Students
- Faculty
- Staff
- Alumni
Please join us Tuesday, January 27th from 11-12pm or Wednesday, February 4th from 4-5pm for a virtual info session on the upcoming history gallery installation on the 2nd floor of the Health Sciences Building. This new installation celebrates the history of Drexel University's College of Medicine, College of Nursing & Health Professionals and the College of Medicine Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Professional Studies.
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Drexel [Re]Framed: The Dragon Experience

Friday, January 9, 2026

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

A.J. Drexel Picture Gallery Main Building, 3rd Floor 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Everyone
The exhibition runs January 17, 2025 through January 31, 2025, Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 5pm. Drexel [Re]Framed: The Dragon Experience, began as a student assignment in the spring of 2024 for an Arts Administration course called "Exhibitions and Programs." Students developed the theme, selected the objects and created the design and layout of the exhibition now on view in the A.J. Drexel Picture Gallery.
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Building Men: Philadelphia College Students as World War I Military Engineers

Friday, December 19, 2025

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Rincliffe Gallery Main Building, 3rd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Everyone
The exhibition runs August 14 through December 19, 2025. Building Men: Philadelphia College Students as World War I Military Engineers is an exhibition featuring artifacts from various collections, including the Atwater Kent Collection at Drexel, the Drexel University Archives and the archives of the 103rd Engineer Battalion Armory. Along with an array of related artifacts, the exhibition features photographs and sketches from local members of the American Expeditionary Force on the ground in France during World War I. Aiming to draw connections between current college students and those of similar age in Philadelphia during World War I, this exhibition draws from the military career of a young corporal, Edward Shenton, and the changes that higher education institutions - such as Drexel - made to encourage young people's involvement in the war.
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Kurt Vonnegut Jr. As a Visual Artist

Saturday, July 19, 2025

11:00 AM-4:00 PM

Paul Peck Alumni Center Gallery 3142 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Everyone
The exhibition runs March 14 through July 19, 2025, open Wednesday through Friday 11 AM - 4 PM. Kurt Vonnegut's artwork, like his writing, invites us to reflect on the human condition with humor and depth. His visual art, characterized by its simple yet poignant line drawings, often critiques societal norms and encourages empathy. This exhibition serves as a conversation starter on how art can express empathy, bridge divides and help heal societal trauma.
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Curiouser & Curiouser: Beyond the Glass

Friday, July 18, 2025

10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Rincliffe Gallery Main Building, 3rd Floor 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Everyone
The exhibition runs February 3 through July 18, 2025. Curiouser & Curiouser: Beyond the Glass invites you to explore how personal wonder has influenced public collections.
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Drexel [Re]Framed: The Dragon Experience Opening Reception

Thursday, January 16, 2025

6:00 PM-8:00 PM

Anthony J. Drexel Picture Gallery Main Building, 3rd Floor 3141 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA
- Everyone
Please join us Thursday, January 16th from 6-8 PM for the opening reception of Drexel [Re]Framed: The Dragon Experience in the Anthony J. Drexel Picture Gallery, Main Building, 3rd Floor.
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Drexel Studies: A Journey of Artistic Adventure

Friday, December 20, 2024

11:00 AM-3:00 PM

Paul Peck Alumni Center Gallery 3142 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Everyone
The exhibition runs through October 11th through December 20th. Drexel Studies: A Journey of Artistic Adventure unveils the process of artistic creation, offering a glimpse into how artists refine their skills and complete their works. Additionally, it showcases the research and replication involved in the birth of artworks.
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