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 a gift by the late Paul O. Dittmar. For more than 50 years, Dittmar Gallery has promoted the careers of young artists on campus and artists across the nation.
All Dittmar Events are free. Catered refreshments are provided at all art receptions where possible and RSVPs are not required.
More information about the gallery and exhibitions can be found here.
Image: Archive As Action, Archive as Discourse Exhibition, 2025.
Hours of Operation
| 2025 - 2026 Gallery Hours | ||
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| Monday - Sunday | October 2, 2025 - June 14, 2026 | 10:00am - 10:00pm daily |
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Closed For Holiday & Exhibition Changeover |
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Please note: Dittmar Gallery hours are aligned with Norris Center building hours and is also closed intermittently for installation and deinstallation of exhibitions as stated above.
Please check to see if the building is open when planning your visit.
Join the Team
Click here to learn more about the Dittmar team| Available Positions | |
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| Dittmar Assistant | Accepting applications for Spring 2026 |
| Stay in the Know | Contact Us |
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General Inquiries: dittmargallery@u.northwestern.edu Phone number: (847) 491-2348 Location: First Floor Level Map |