Jeanne K. Simmons: Rooted
October 11, 2025 - February 22, 2026
𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘥 blends sculpture and photography by Jeanne K. Simmons in a site-specific meditation on our delicate, interwoven relationship with nature.
SMoCA
A museum dedicated to contemporary art, architecture and design.
Sparking discovery and transformation through the art and ideas of our time.
The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) is an AAM-accredited, internationally recognized institution committed to creativity, collaboration, experimentation and exchange. SMoCA fosters meaningful connections across diverse communities by cultivating an inclusive space for conversation, curiosity, and shared understanding. Designed by award-winning architect Will Bruder, SMoCA’s minimalist building (a renovation of a former movie theater) has five galleries for showcasing changing exhibitions and works from the Museum’s growing permanent collection of art by local, national, and international artists.
Evan Roth: Pathfinding
October 11, 2025 - March 8, 2026
In Pathfinding, newly adapted, site-specific works will explore a quest for slowness, light, and warmth, drawing inspiration from the Scottsdale sky.
Casey Curran: Tidal Sky
October 11, 2025 - March 8, 2026
With 𝘛𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘬𝘺, an exhibition of new sculptural works and an immersive installation, Casey Curran asks what remains when structures collapse — and what new beginnings emerging in their wake.
• Squidsoup • Infinite •
June 28, 2025 - Aug 30, 2026
Enter 𝘐𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘦 and be surrounded by hundreds of illuminated spheres that form a symphony of notes.
James Perkins | Burying Painting
September 20, 2025 - February 15, 2026
𝘉𝘶𝘳𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘗𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 presents process-based land art by James Perkins in his first museum exhibition, highlighting the artist’s approach to nature as a collaborator.
Upcoming Events
Glow Up @SMoCA: Sound Bath Jan. 8
January 8th, 2026
Refresh your aura and bathe in the serene light of Squidsoup’s Infinite as a sound bath led by Melinda Milton eases you into deep relaxation. Take a moment for yourself; you deserve it!
View DetailsGlow Up @SMoCA: Gentle Yoga Jan. 22
January 22nd, 2026
Go with the flow and relax in this gentle yoga class led by Melinda Milton inside the immersive light exhibition Squidsoup · Infinite. This yoga practice is open to all levels and encourages mindfulness and self-awareness through gentle movement and breathwork. Take a moment for yourself, you deserv...
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Evan Roth: Pathfinding
October 11th, 2025
Evan Roth began seeking out the sun around his home in Berlin to confront the emotional toll of overcast winters.
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Location
7374 East Second Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Museum Hours
Special Hours
Museum will be closed Dec. 24 through Jan. 1 2026
Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, and select holidays.
Wednesday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday, 11 a.m–7 p.m.
Friday, 11 a.m–5 p.m.
Saturday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Admission
Speed up your admission process by booking online and save $3, and Pay-what-you-wish on Thursdays and every second Saturday.
Non-members: $13 online, $16 walk-up.*
*Discounted online admissions will be ending in mid-November. Beginning in mid-November, online admissions will be the same cost as walk-up admissions.
Students, seniors (65+), veterans, active duty-military, and teachers: $10 online, $13 walk-up.
Free admission for the following:
- 18 years and younger (with valid ID)
- ONE Members and guest pass holders
- Active members in the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) program