RISD Grad Show 2026 invites viewers to experience an expansive range of exploratory work by emerging artists and designers. The work selected represents the culmination of each student’s experience in RISD’s 19 dynamic and diverse graduate programs. As in years past, the 43,000-sf space will be custom-constructed, with more than 2,000 linear feet of walls forming a network of smaller galleries. The unique configuration of the large, flexible space provides remarkable opportunities for graduate students to show multiple pieces or large installations from final thesis projects representing one to three years of research, experimentation, critical thinking, and production.

On view May 21–30
Ppening reception Wednesday, May 20 from 6–8 pm

RISD Grad Show 26 website (risd grad.show) will go live May 20!

Open daily 12–5 (10–5 on May 30)
RI Convention Center, Halls C & D
One Sabin Street, Providence