The Georgia Museum of Art at the University of Georgia will present a new exhibition titled “We, Too, Are Made of Wonders” from January 24 to June 28, 2026. The exhibition draws on Ada Limón’s poem “In Praise of Mystery” and aims to connect poetry, astronomy, science, and visual art in exploring humanity’s interest in the cosmos.
Artworks from the museum’s collection—including historical, modern, and contemporary pieces—will be displayed to highlight ongoing fascination with the sky and stars. The exhibition uses poems as a guide for visitors, examining themes such as wonder, science, mythology, and curiosity about the universe. It includes works by artists like Dorothy Hood, Mildred Thompson, Boramie Ann Sao (who address abstract theories and scientific laws), Lamar Dodd and Robert McCall (who depict NASA space missions), as well as photographers Arthur Tress and Mark Steinmetz (who provide different perspectives on flight). Other artists such as John Biggers, Helen Lundeberg, and Gene Davis are featured for their focus on Earth and sky.
According to Ciel Rodriguez, curatorial assistant in contemporary art at the museum and curator of this exhibition: “This thematic exhibition presented a wonderful opportunity to explore the permanent collection and take time to advance our research on a number of works that have never been on view at the museum before as well as a few recent acquisitions in contemporary art. The exhibition wanders through multiple perspectives of the sky, from space exploration and mythology to stargazing and scientific understanding. The act of wonder employed by these artists and writers further investigates the universe and our surroundings as a place for inspiration and contemplation.”
The exhibition invites visitors to reflect on their relationship with both Earth and outer space through various artistic expressions. Additional information about related programs is available at https://georgiamuseum.org/exhibitions/we-too-are-made-of-wonders/.
