exhibitions

The Spartanburg Art Museum is the only art museum in the Upstate that exclusively exhibits contemporary art. Our exhibits change 4 – 5 times a year.

SAM’s exhibition calendar boasts a diverse range of contemporary artwork.

exhibitions

free admission

priceless art

Located in the heart of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina, Spartanburg Art Museum is the only contemporary art museum in the Upstate region. General admission to our contemporary art exhibitions is always free for everyone.

Visit us Tues - Sat, 10am-5pm

free admission

priceless art

Spartanburg Art Museum’s mission is to advance contemporary visual arts by inspiring and engaging diverse audiences through exhibitions and education.

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current exhibition

Through the Light

A Solo Exhibition of Sculptural Installations
by Molly Sawyer

opening reception
Oct 16, 2025  5-8 pm
artist talk 6:30 pm

details

SAM named to top 19 museums to visit in the U.S.

The Scout Guide names Spartanburg Art Museum to top 19 museums to visit in the United States. The only museum in South Carolina to be named.

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1907 donation campaign

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permanent collection

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events

  • Molly Sawyer

    Molly is an Asheville-based, multidisciplinary, materials-based artists whose Appalachian roots run deep....

  • classes

  • Modern Portrait Techniques for Beginners

    Class begins October 21
    Ages: 18+
  • Pint Sized Picassos

    Class begins October 29
    Ages: 4+
    an art class
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