Arizona’s biggest celebration of contemporary art is back.
The Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block officially opened the Arizona Biennial 2026 on May 22, inviting visitors into a vibrant showcase of creativity, identity and Southwestern storytelling from artists across the state.
Now in its 78th year, the Arizona Biennial is the longest-running juried exhibition in the state, transforming the museum’s James and Louise R. Glasser and Earl Kai Chan galleries into a sweeping snapshot of contemporary Arizona art. The exhibition runs through Sept. 27 and is included with general admission.
This year’s biennial features work from 31 contemporary Arizona artists working across a wide range of media, from fiber art and photography to large-scale sculpture and mixed media installations. Rooted in themes of place, landscape and heritage, the exhibition highlights how artists continue to interpret and reimagine the Southwest through deeply personal lenses…