Welcome to Dittmar Memorial Gallery
Dittmar is located on the First Floor of Norris University Center. This student-run gallery space features 5-6 exhibitions per year.
Dittmar Memorial Gallery was named in recognition of the gift by the late Paul O. Dittmar. The mission of the Gallery is to assist with developing and supporting emerging artists. For 50 years Dittmar Gallery has promoted the careers of young artists on campus and artist across the nation. Dittmar Gallery also supports the mission of Norris Center providing cultural inclusion with art representing the diversity of the community.
All Dittmar Events are free. Catered refreshments are provided at all art receptions and RSVPs are not required.
More information about the gallery and exhibitions can be found here.
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Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
Sweet, Juicy, and Rebellious
Works by Linye Jiang 江麟冶
September 26 - October 21, 2024
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 26, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Alimentary Affects: Performance by Marvin Veloso
Thursday, October 10, 7:00 - 8:00pm
Dittmar Memorial Gallery
"Fruit" was historically a derogatory term in Western culture, targeting gay men by associating them with femininity. In "Sweet, Juicy, and Rebellious," I reclaim this symbolism through Fruit Portraits—a series that challenges societal norms and celebrates queer identity and femininity. By transforming fruit, I project my personal experiences, desires, and frustrations onto it, redefining a traditionally innocent subject.
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Hours of Operation
Gallery Hours
| Monday - Sunday | September - June | 10:00am - 10:00pm daily |
| Closed for Deinstall | Closed for Summer 2024, will reopen Thursday, September 26, 2024 | |
Please note: Dittmar Gallery hours are aligned with Norris Center building hours and is also closed intermittently for installation and deinstallation of exhibitions.
Please check to see if the buliding is open when planning your visit.
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Dittmar Gallery applications are currently closed. Please check back soon.
Meet the Staff
Dittmar Supervisors
Dittmar Assistants
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Contact Us
- General Inquiries: dittmargallery@u.northwestern.edu
- Phone number: (847) 491-2348
- Location: First Floor Level Map