Current + Upcoming Programs
Public Art UHS offers a wide variety of public programs and events reflecting our permanent collection, temporary exhibitions, special projects and relevant cultural topics.
February – April 2026 | A free, immersive wellness series designed to help you recharge, and reconnect through art, movement, and mindfulness. Set at Folly, a striking architectural art installation by artist Jorge Pardo, located in the University Arts District, each event blends creativity and self-care in an unforgettable experience.
2026 Billboard Bash
March 11, 2026 | 5-7 PM | Join us to celebrate the debut of “Starship,” by student artist Ashley Anika Herndon. “Starship,” selected via public vote as the featured artwork for The Billboard for 2026, is the latest temporary public artwork to be installed in the University Arts District and on campus
A Conversation with Mary Miss
April 23, 2026 | Join us for a conversation with artist Mary Miss and experts from the fields of art, landscape, and sustainable practices.
FotoFest Biennial 2026
March 7 – May 10, 2026 | Public Art of the University of Houston is a participating space in the FotoFest Biennial 2026. Come experience this exhibition of works by the artist duo MANUAL.