Current Exhibitions
On view October 3, 2026 — January 10, 2027
Image: Julie C. Baer, Salish Sea Wrack 1, 2026, Mixed media on wood panel, 40x30x2”, Photo credit: Ryan Duclos.
This exhibition seeks to expand on the past iterations of Surge that examined displacement and agency by exploring the boundaries, currents, and complex systems that drive the movement of people, plants, animals, and natural elements caused by climate change. As the climate changes and significant weather events increase, understanding the dynamic environment will be crucial for decision-makers and the broader community. Water continues to flow, but to where and how? As researchers continue to develop mapping models for the impact of large storms and rising water, communicating these possibilities remains of paramount importance. How can society learn together to adapt to these changes? What does mapping the flow of these ever-changing and complex systems look like during the time of climate crisis?
Image: Detail of William Cumming, Mural of Skagit County Agriculture, 1941, casein and/or tempera or oil on primed canvas, unstretched, 71" x 318", MoNA Permanent Collection, gift of the Breckenridge Family
An ongoing engagement with the collection as the place of contact of the many artistic identities of the region. The exhibition asks to look not only at the individual works but also at the ‘seams,’ where works representing different artistic trends and cultural identities come in touch with each other. When they come in contact with each other, these works tell stories of coexistence, contrast, and difference within the social fabric of the Northwest region, past and present.
Image: Students at the Triumph Teen Life Center
The Voces de Triunfo exhibit by Triumph Teen Life Center is a heartfelt journey into the vibrant identities and stories of our youth, showcasing the diverse cultural roots, leadership journeys, and resilient spirits of the teens through a dynamic array of mixed-media art.
From dynamic hand-crafted collages and powerful spoken word pieces to striking photo montages and colorful calavera skulls inspired by Día de los Muertos, every work tells part of a teens’ story. The exhibition is a celebration of how young people use creativity to honor their heritage, share their identities, and step forward as leaders in their community.