Schmidt Art Center

06/05/2026

Please join us on Friday, June 12, between 4 pm and 7 pm to celebrate the opening of Beyond the Bravery: Creative Works by United States Military Members.

Email from Schmidt Art Center Greetings! As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the William and Florence Schmidt Art Center honors our nation's defenders with Beyond the Bravery: Creative W

05/19/2026

Summer classes start in just two weeks, so now's the sweet spot to lock in a plan. 🔐

With online and hybrid options, you can take a class without rearranging your life. Even one class keeps your momentum going and makes everything after a little easier! Learn how to sign up here swic.edu/students/services/enrollment-services/advising/?utm_source=TargetX&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=HeaSciDay26&utm_content=Email

05/19/2026

The Schmidt is closed to the public for a few weeks. During this time, we will be preparing for our next exhibit, Beyond the Bravery: Creative Works by United States Military Members that will feature nearly 100 pieces of art. A celebratory reception will be held on Friday, June 12 from 4 pm to 7 pm. The exhibition will run from Monday, June 15 through Wednesday July 8.

05/08/2026

Check out this fabulous conversation between Shirley Washington on FOX2 and Richard Sprengeler. His exhibition, including The Tornado of 2025 and Classic St. Louis: A 45 Year Retrospective, is on display at the Schmidt Art Center through Wednesday, May 13. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 618-222-5278.

FOX 2's Shirley Washington sits down with Richard Sprengeler, a well-known local photographer in St. Louis, shares his experience capturing the city in its t...

05/08/2026

New gallery in town!

New art gallery, shop opens in downtown Belleville on Art on the Square weekend

04/30/2026

We’re excited to share that Richard Sprengeler recently sat down with Luke Davis of Fox 2 News to talk about his powerful exhibition, The Tornado of 2025.
Both this moving series and his companion exhibition, Classic St. Louis: A 45 Year Retrospective, are currently on view at The Schmidt.
Join us today, Thursday, April 30 at 10 am as Richard speaks about his work and creative journey. The talk is free and open to the public.

04/30/2026

We’re excited to share that Richard Sprengeler recently sat down with Luke Davis of Fox 2 News to talk about his powerful exhibition, The Tornado of 2025.
Both this moving series and his companion exhibition, Classic St. Louis: A 45 Year Retrospective, are currently on view at The Schmidt.
Join us today, Thursday, April 30 at 10 am as Richard speaks about his work and creative journey. The talk is free and open to the public.

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