Springfield Art Museum to Close for Renovations

The Springfield Art Museum will close for three years starting September 1, 2024, to undergo significant renovations, with construction set to begin in January 2025. During this time, the museum will relocate to the Wilhoit Building in downtown Springfield, a historic site that previously hosted the museum from 1929 to 1937. With nearly $38 million raised towards a $50 million goal for the renovations, the museum aims to enhance community engagement and educational programs through various initiatives during the closure. Programs such as the All School Exhibition and hands-on art classes will continue at the temporary location starting February 2025. Museum officials stress that this is not a vacation but an opportunity to deepen connections with the community and enhance educational spaces. The museum is set to reopen in 2028, coinciding with its 11th anniversary.