Castellani Art Museum

Abstract Expressionism, the first truly American art movement, emerged just prior to World War II, originating in New York’s Greenwich Village.  Also called the New York School, this group of loosely affiliated artists moved visual expression away from natural representation and into Read more...

From the Industrial Revolution (1820-1870) to the end of World War II (1945), the 19th and 20thcenturies were transformative years for America.  Expansion of empire, urban growth, technological innovation and the protection of natural resources were particular concerns facing America.  Visual Read more...

Frontier Building: Vernacular Architecture in Niagara County is a multi-year project organized by the Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University’s Folk Arts Program. This project seeks to develop a representative survey of commonplace architecture in Niagara County, raising awareness of the Read more...

In this exhibition, explore the different ways we make, experience, and use folk art in our everyday life. Featuring works from the museum’s Folk Arts Collection, learn more about how we build community, share meaning, and participate in folk art Read more...

Exhibit:  February 3, 2020 – June 21, 2020 Reception:  February 20, 2020 — 5:00pm – 7:00pm The Niagara University (NU) History Department is collaborating with the Castellani Art Museum on a new exhibition. Experiencing Post-War U.S. History Through Art, which continues the tradition Read more...

Exhibit:  February 20, 2020 – August 15, 2020 Reception:  February 20, 2020 — 5:00pm – 7:00pm Welcome to a new view of Western New York. 20/20 Vision: Women Artists in Western New York presents the experiences of women artists. We are shown landscapes Read more...