Open today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Open today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Artist Alison Bechdel sits at a long table talking with university students

For University Students, Faculty, & Visiting Scholars

The Zimmerli is a teaching museum and serves as a laboratory for collaborative, interdisciplinary learning that crosses traditional boundaries. We also serve as a campus hub offering a wide variety of events to support Rutgers students’ exploration of the arts and creativity, often in partnership with other Rutgers departments or organizations. Read on to explore the opportunities available to students, faculty, and visiting scholars.

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Bring Your Class to the Zimmerli

The Zimmerli's diverse collections are a wonderful way to extend and enhance your classroom discussions. Schedule a free tour customized to your syllabus and objectives. Virtual tours are available. 

Students studying at tables in the American art gallery

Student Events

If it's Reading Period, it's time for Study After Hours! Learn more about this and other special events for Rutgers students. 

Large prints lay on a table, while a curator holds a work to show a group of students

Morse Research Center

Make an appointment for the study room to view artwork not on view in the galleries. 

Gallery view of Class of 1937 Study Gallery with art on the wall and a case in the center of the room

Class of 1937 Study Gallery

Each semester, the Study Gallery showcases objects from the collection selected by faculty and museum curators for Rutgers academic courses. Learn more about this opportunity.