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Current Exhibitions

Two extraordinary exhibitions explore a century of one family's artistic vision — and the intimate stories behind the lens. On view now through November 30.

SJIMA presents a landmark fall season. In the Nichols Gallery, the work of Imogen Cunningham, Roi Partridge, and Rondal Partridge remains on view — over 100 photographs and prints spanning three generations of one remarkable family. Now expanding that story, the North Gallery premieres Behind the Lens: Films by Meg Partridge, two intimate documentaries by the exhibition's guest curator, screening on the hour throughout the day. Watch the films, then see the photographs that inspired them, all in a single visit.

Nichols Gallery

Cunningham · Partridge Family

Convergence & Divergence:
The Family Aesthetic

Three generations of one artistic family — photographer Imogen Cunningham, etcher Roi Partridge, and documentary photographer Rondal Partridge — together for the first time in over 100 works from their personal archives.

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North Gallery

BEHIND THE LENS:
FILMS BY MEG PARTRIDGE

Portrait of Imogen & Outta My Light!

Watch Meg Partridge's intimate documentaries on photographer Imogen Cunningham and her son Rondal Partridge — Meg's father — screening on the hour in the North Gallery. See the films, then see the photographs that inspired them, all in a single visit.

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Sterner Atrium Gallery

October 3, 2026 - February 22, 2027

Alison Stigora

Constellation

Suspended sculpture, refracted light, and an original soundscape transform SJIMA's atrium into a shimmering, site-specific installation. Over one hundred forms of driftwood and reclaimed glass invite you to look upward and see the familiar anew.

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You're invited to our upcoming Members Reception and Exhibition Celebration on November 5th from 5pm to 7pm.

You may have seen October 2nd listed as the date for the Members Reception on our recent postcard. The official reception has moved to November 5th, but if you were planning to come by tomorrow, you're still welcome. We'll have a casual soft opening from 5pm to 7pm with light refreshments and snacks, and you'll have an opportunity to meet Alison right as she finishes installing her new exhibit.

Alison Stigora: Inside the Studio Before Constellation

Step into the studio with artist Alison Stigora as she breaks glass, gathers driftwood, and explains the ideas behind her new Sterner Atrium Gallery installation.

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News & Artist Profiles

Fall Family Art Days Classes Are Here!

Fall is in the air, and Family Art Days is back with eight brand-new Saturday classes for kids and their families. Whether you're carving into printmaking, sculpting sea creatures, or building a memory box full of tiny treasures, there's a project for every young artist this season. A season full of creativity — explore all eight Fall 2026 Family Art Days classes below. Our Family Art Days classes are taught by local artists and are a perfect Saturday activity for locals and

San Juan Islands Museum of Art Presents Alison Stigora: Constellation

A site-specific installation of suspended driftwood, reclaimed glass, light, and sound transforms SJIMA's atrium into a shimmering constellation — on view October 3, 2026 through February 22, 2027.

Black-and-white self-portrait of Imogen Cunningham in contemplation beside a portrait, and Rondal Partridge with a vintage large-format camera

Convergence & Divergence Extended Through November 30 — Plus, New Films Bring the Story to Life

Convergence & Divergence: The Family Aesthetic has been extended through November 30 — and starting September 25, a new shorts block of films by guest curator Meg Partridge will screen on the hour in the North Gallery. See the photographs and watch the films that bring their story to life, all in a single visit.

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Your membership helps our museum in so many ways.

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Free admission to all museum exhibitions;
Exclusive members-only previews before exhibitions open to the public to meet curators and artists;
10% discount on purchases on books and merchandise;
Discount for Art As A Voice and other special events;
First notice of special events, workshops, and lectures
And more

Benefits include:

SJIMA is a 501c3 non-profit. In addition to generous members, donors, and sponsor support, we rely upon grant funding to ensure art and culture thrive at SJIMA. Thank you for the support!

Special thanks to

Printonyx, Harbor Rentals, Friday Harbor Suites

and grant funding from

Town of Friday Harbor and San Juan County.

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