We incite curiosity and
meaningful dialogue
by connecting art to…
everything.
Current Exhibitions
About The Frank
The Frank Museum of Art is a public-facing teaching and research museum that is dedicated to global art at Otterbein University.
The Frank Museum houses Otterbein’s permanent collection of art from Africa, Japan, China, New Guinea, and other regions and features exhibitions of both contemporary and traditional art from around the world. Our exhibitions integrate across Otterbein’s curriculum, providing object-based learning for Integrative Studies, First Year Experience, History, English and Creative Writing, Art History, Art, Philosophy and Religion, Film Studies, Chemistry, and other programs. The Frank Museum also enriches Ohio’s K–12 learning through outreach and engagement programming.
Otterbein & the Arts
Opening Doors
to the World
Otterbein & the Arts: Opening Doors to the World (ODW) is The Frank Museum of Art & Galleries’ signature contemporary arts programming and publication series. ODW was inspired by the work of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and its programming and publication series seeks to dissolve rooted patterns of “othering” and to move audiences beyond single narratives toward more nuanced understandings of peoples, cultures, and identities. Our exhibitions have featured artists and guest curators who identify as international, local, and New American creatives. ODW has received support from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the Ohio Arts Council (OAC), and private donors.
Plan
Your
Visit
The Frank Museum is located one block east of Uptown Westerville’s vibrant commercial district. Spend an afternoon visiting the museum’s current exhibition, browsing in Uptown’s locally owned shops, and relaxing in our excellent restaurants or coffee establishments. The Frank Museum staff are always available for tours.
Support The Frank
Shop at The Frank Museum online
Visit The Frank Museum online shop for unique gift ideas. Enjoy our originally designed exhibition catalogs and gift card sets while you support Otterbein arts.
Continue the cycle of generosity
Your gift to the Frank Museum supports Student Museum Internships, student research, the work of visiting artists, and our outstanding global art exhibitions and interdisciplinary programming.