Toledo Museum of Art Debuts Online Birds Exhibit Curated by Students

University of Toledo art students, including two from Monroe County, collaborated on the new digital showcase.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:11pm

An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring sharp black silhouettes of different bird species arranged in a striking geometric pattern, using bold splashes of red and white to create a visually compelling conceptual representation of the museum's new digital exhibition.The Toledo Museum of Art's new online exhibition celebrates the artistic and cultural significance of birds through a dynamic digital showcase curated by university students.Monroe Today

The Toledo Museum of Art has launched a new online exhibition titled "Birds in Art: Devotion and Decadence" that was curated by 25 University of Toledo art students, including Keira Turvey and Sara Wisler from Monroe County, Michigan. The exhibit opened on April 12th.

Why it matters

The collaboration between the Toledo Museum of Art and local university students provides a unique opportunity for emerging artists to gain hands-on experience in curation and exhibition design. It also helps to make the museum's collections more accessible to the public through an engaging digital format.

The details

The students worked together to select and arrange artwork from the Toledo Museum of Art's permanent collection that explores the cultural and artistic significance of birds. The digital exhibition features a range of media, including paintings, sculptures, and photographs.

  • The online exhibit "Birds in Art: Devotion and Decadence" opened on April 12, 2026.

The players

Toledo Museum of Art

A renowned art museum located in Toledo, Ohio that houses a diverse collection of artwork spanning centuries and cultures.

Keira Turvey

A University of Toledo art student from Monroe County, Michigan who was part of the curatorial team for the new online birds exhibit.

Sara Wisler

A University of Toledo art student from Monroe County, Michigan who was part of the curatorial team for the new online birds exhibit.

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The takeaway

The Toledo Museum of Art's collaboration with local university students on this digital exhibition demonstrates the institution's commitment to engaging the next generation of art professionals and making its collections more accessible to the public.