Majestic marble sculptures and vivid frescoes, along with mosaics, glass vessels, and bronze artifacts, vividly chronicle life at the height of Rome’s empire in Ancient Splendor: Roman Art in the Time of Trajan. The exhibition speaks to the enduring power of art as a political and social tool, showcasing how the Emperor Trajan invested in art and architecture to shape civic life in the ancient Roman world. 

Events during Architecture Week

Free Fridays—Ancient Splendor: Roman Art in the Time of Trajan

Friday, April 17, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Experience the exhibition Ancient Splendor: Roman Art in the Time of Trajan for free! On Fridays, the Museum is open late and the last entry to the exhibition is at 8 pm.

Stone Sea Viewing

Friday, April 17, 2026 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Gain new perspectives on Andy Goldsworthy’s Stone Sea as you walk throughout this large-scale outdoor sculpture. The space will be open for visitors to view on a first-come, first-served basis. No tickets required. 

Teen Takeover—Toga Party

Friday, April 17, 2026 from  5:30 – 8:00 PM

Join the Saint Louis Art Museum’s Teen Arts Council for a Toga Party. This free event is planned by teens for teens.

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Architecture Week 2026
April 12 - 18, 2026

Architecture Week celebrates the profession of architecture and invites everyone—especially K-12 students—to explore architecture and design. We all play key roles in educating and inspiring the next generation of architects. Let's build the pipeline together.