Contemporary Art Exhibits at Lippitt House Museum
Upcoming Exhibit:
House Work | Objects, Occupants and Conditions at Lippitt House
Throughout the month of October, 2026, Lippitt House Museum is exhibiting works by RISD Furniture Design students.
Students were tasked with reflecting on the house, its history and furnishings, and creating new works in conversation with those elements. Read more about the class' journey and creation process, or reserve a spot to attend this "pay what you wish" art exhibit at the Museum.
Note: This self-guided exhibit includes the second floor, only accessible by stair. Lippitt House Museum's first floor is accessible by ADA lift.
Above: grad student Jason Zhang discusses his design plans with faculty member Jonah Takagi; Wall sconce by Teresa Wang
Above: McKenzie Robida discusses a table in process; An image from a past RISD Furniture Design Department photo shoot at Lippitt House Museum. Photo Credit: Erik Gould
Attend House Work's Exhibit Reception on the evening of Thursday, October 15th from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public, although advance registration is requested.
Past Exhibit:
On Being American | Contemporary Artworks, Echoes of the Past
Earlier in 2026, from May 13 to June 20, Lippitt House Museum was home to an art exhibition of five, local contemporary artists each drawing on the house's architecture, time period, and stories in exploring the theme "On Being American." Site-specific pieces included works from curator and mixed media artist Susan Hardy; glass artist Steven Easton; textile artist Amalia Galdona Broche; installation artist Lynne Harlow; and photographer McDonald Wright.
To read the curator's statement and profiles of each the artists and their contributions to the exhibition, visit the Silver & Spindles Blog.
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