The University of Arizona’s Lunar and Planetary Laboratory presents The Art of Planetary Science 2026: Space Through Our Lens, an exhibition of art celebrating the beauty and elegance of science.

The free exhibition features over 150 works of fine art from Tucson and around the world inspired by the solar system, the universe, and the scientific data we use to explore it. We also present art created from the images, data, equations, and instruments used to study the cosmos, revealing the underlying meaning that inspires scientists in their work. Being able to view Data Art and Fine Art side by side offers insights into the cosmic arena in which we reside.

The special theme of this year’s exhibition is “Space Through Our Lens,” which is all about the feelings of inspiration and wonder when staring up at the night sky (through telescopes, cameras, etc) and exploring our universe through a human perspective (our place in space).

The galleries open on Friday, February 27th, 2026. Art will be displayed in-person at the Kuiper Space Sciences building at the University of Arizona campus on 2/27 (5-9pm), Saturday 2/28 (1-5pm), and Sunday 3/1 (1-5pm) (all times are MST).

Along with our galleries, we will have out of this world events including an Apollo era special exhibit, a guest speaker with the HiRISE mission, telescopes, activities for all ages, and free live music from local bands including Daytrails on 2/27 (6:30-8pm), RUBEE on 2/28 (2-3pm), and Tonight’s Sunshine on 3/1 (2-3pm)!

Space-themed clothing is also encouraged on opening night, Friday 2/27! It could be as small as wearing your favorite space t-shirt or as big as dressing up as an entire celestial object.

We can’t wait to see you there!