General Admission

GENERAL ADMISSION

Speed Art Museum

 

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

1. Visit our Know Before You Go page for more details.

2. Sign in if you have an account (top right of page)

3. For group visits of 10 or more, please email Lauren Jones at ljones[at]speedmuseum.org with your reservation request.

 

ADMISSION ON OWSLEY SUNDAY IS FREE

Thanks to a generous contribution from Brown-Forman, anyone can visit the Speed for free on Sundays through 2024. Select special exhibitions will require an additional ticket purchase. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

 

ADMISSION PRICES FOR FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Members / Frontline Healthcare Workers: FREE

Adults: $15

Children/Seniors/Students/Military: $1O

 

OTHER TICKETING OPTIONS

Members always visit for free. Purchase here, then return to reserve your tickets.

 

HOURS

Monday & Tuesday: CLOSED

Wednesday – Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm

Sunday: 12 pm – 5 pm

 

NOTE: The Museum will be closed on March 4 & 5 for the Speed Art Museum Ball

 

NOTE

Last tickets are sold one hour prior to closing, and guests are not permitted to stay past closing time.

 

Members may reserve TWO free adult tickets and select college students and Frontline Healthcare Workers may reserve ONE free ticket by selecting the appropriate price category below. Don't forget to bring your membership, school identification, or work identification for verification.

 

WILTSHIRE AT THE SPEED IS OPEN

You can find this week's offerings here. Come enjoy your lunch or espresso and a baked treat on our outdoor patio or in the Wiltshire Cafe.

 

SUNDAY - General Admission

GENERAL ADMISSION

Speed Art Museum

 

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

1. All guests must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID test within 72 hours to visit the Speed. All children 5-11 must have had at least one shot of the COVID vaccine or a negative COVID test in order to enter the Museum. Visit our Know Before You Go page for more details.

2. Sign in if you have an account (top right of page)

3. For group visits of 10 or more, please email Lauren Jones at ljones[at]speedmuseum.org with your reservation request.

 

HOW TO RESERVE TICKETS

1. Select a date to visit

2. Select your arrival time

3. Select your price category below

 

ADMISSION ON OWSLEY SUNDAY IS FREE

Thanks to a generous contribution from Brown-Forman, anyone can visit the Speed for free on Sundays through 2024. Select special exhibitions will require an additional ticket purchase. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

 

ADMISSION PRICES FOR FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Members / Frontline Healthcare Workers: FREE

Adults: $15

Children/Seniors/Students/Military: $1O

 

OTHER TICKETING OPTIONS

1. For admission to Sanford Biggers: Codeswitch, beginning March 18, 2022, please click here. This exhibition is not included in Free Owsley Sunday admission.

2. Members always visit for free. Purchase here, then return to reserve your tickets.

 

HOURS

Friday: 1 - 8 pm

Saturday, Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm

Monday - Thursday: Closed

 

CLOSED

June 19, 2022 - Juneteenth

 

NOTE

Last tickets are sold one hour prior to closing, and guests are not permitted to stay past closing time.

 

Members may reserve TWO free adult tickets and select college students and Frontline Healthcare Workers may reserve ONE free ticket by selecting the appropriate price category below. Don't forget to bring your membership, school identification, or work identification for verification.

 

WILTSHIRE AT THE SPEED IS OPEN

You can find this week's offerings here. Come enjoy your lunch or espresso and a baked treat on our outdoor patio or in the Wiltshire Cafe.

Speed Cinema Screenings

Collection Highlights Drop-in Tour

Facility Rental - Meetings & Load-In

Docent Training

General Admission - Speed Art Museum

HOW TO RESERVE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS 

1. Select a date to visit 

2. Select your arrival time 

3. Select your price category below 

 

General admission to the Speed Art Museum includes access to the permanent collection, select exhibitions and installations, select programming and Art Sparks. 

 

We recommend reserving your tickets in advance online or by calling 502.634.2700 prior to your visit. You may also receive your tickets upon arrival. 

  

NOTES: 

Access to the Museum’s current special exhibition is not included in general admission. Tickets for this special exhibition may be purchased separately online, at the ticket counter, or by calling 502.634.2700. 

Select events, programs and Speed Cinema screenings are not included in general admission and require separate ticketing. 

Last tickets are sold one hour prior to closing, and guests are not permitted to stay past closing time. 

Members may reserve TWO free adult tickets and select college students may reserve ONE free ticket by selecting the appropriate price category below. Please bring your membership, school identification to use these discounts.

HOLD - Facility Rentals - DO NOT DELETE

EDU - Docent Chat Spot

EDU - Adult Workshop

SPEX Drop-in Tour

Speed Family

Speed Family: Film + Fun

A monthly Saturday morning for curious kids and their grown-ups 

Speed Family is a relaxed Saturday morning program for children and the adults who care for them. Each month includes a family-friendly film, thematic and free play in Art Sparks, and hands-on artmaking, with time to explore together at an easy pace. The program is welcoming to strollers, sensory needs, and first-time museum visitors, and is designed to help families build simple, joyful routines around art and creativity. 

Gallery admission is not included. 

Speed Together

Speed Together: Explore + Create

A monthly Sunday of art, creativity, and self-guided discovery 

Speed Together is a pay-what-you-can Sunday program where visitors of all ages can explore the Speed’s collections and galleries at their own pace. Each session offers opportunities for self-guided discovery, light creative activities, and quiet moments to reflect, draw, or experiment with artmaking. Families, friends, and first-time visitors can enjoy a relaxed, flexible experience designed to make the museum welcoming and accessible to everyone. 

Speed Salon

Speed Salon: Talks + Theory 

A quarterly Wednesday for curious minds and cultural conversation  

Speed Salon brings together artists, scholars, filmmakers, and cultural thinkers for engaging talks and conversation. Each session features a presentation followed by Q&A, offering attendees the chance to think deeply, ask questions, and engage with contemporary ideas and creative work. The program is designed for adults, students, and those who enjoy focused discussion in a supportive environment. 

Gallery admission is not included. 

Speed Social

Speed Social: Connect + Sketch 

A monthly evening gathering for adults to unwind and create 

Speed Social is a relaxed evening program for adults to connect, sketch, and socialize. Guests can enjoy music, drinks, and an informal drawing session. No instruction is required—just time to relax, be creative, and enjoy art in a social, welcoming atmosphere. 

Held after museum hours. Gallery admission is not included. 

 

Speed Slow Down

Speed Slow Down: Rest + Restore 

A monthly Sunday for reflection and calm 

Speed Slow Down offers a peaceful Sunday program focused on mindfulness, gentle movement, and restorative experiences. Participants can enjoy guided slow-looking, meditation, yoga, or sound-based activities in a calm, low-stimulation museum setting. The program is designed to provide quiet, restorative space for adults, families, and multigenerational visitors. 

Speed Legacy

Speed Legacy: Carry + Continue 

A monthly Thursday for adults 55+ to reflect, create, and connect 

Speed Legacy is a daytime program for adults 55+ that combines conversation, storytelling, and simple creative activities. Each session invites participants to reflect, share experiences, and engage with art at their own pace. The focus is on connection, reflection, and community in a calm, welcoming environment.