Bemis Center for
Contemporary Arts

Exhibitions, public programs, and LOW END performances at Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts are always free admission thanks to the generosity of our members, donors, and sponsors.

The following Visitor Code of Conduct has been implemented to keep staff and visitors as safe as possible and to avoid the spread of COVID-19:

When visiting Bemis Center and attending programs and events, visitors agree to adhere to the following guidelines:

Visitors should stay home if they are not feeling well or have been exposed to COVID or experienced any COVID symptoms in the past 48 hours.

Visitors must wear face coverings when entering the building and while indoors.

PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test is required for all visitors 12 and over attending events where food and/or drinks are being served. Documentation of vaccination status must be shown with valid I.D. upon entry to the program or event. The following are acceptable forms of proof:

• Vaccination card (including name, the type of vaccine received, and the date the last dose was administered)
• A photo of your vaccine card
• Documentation of vaccination from a healthcare provider electronic health record or state Immunization Information System record

Visitors who are unable to be or who are not fully vaccinated must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test (PCR) within 48 hours or a negative COVID-19 rapid antigen test or a home test administered per the instructions on the box within 24 hours prior to attending a program or event. The following are acceptable as proof of a negative COVID-19 test result, along with a matching photo ID:

• Printed document (from the test provider or laboratory)

• An official email or text message displayed on a phone or electronic device from the test provider or laboratory

The information provided should include the name of the person tested, the type of test performed, and date of negative test result (for PCR test, date of the negative result must be within prior 72 hours; for antigen test, date of the negative result must be within prior 24 hours).

• Photo of negative home test result within prior 24 hours

Face Coverings Indoors

A face covering is required for all visitors when indoors.

Hand-Sanitizing Stations + Cleaning Protocols
Restrooms, elevators, and other high-touch areas are cleaned and disinfected throughout the day. Hand-sanitizing stations are offered at entrances, elevators, and other high-traffic areas.

Air Quality + Ventilation
HVAC systems with MERV 13 filters, which have been identified to be much more effective in trapping microscopic particles including Covid-19, have been installed to improve air quality and ventilation and expand the use of high-efficiency filters in both Bemis Center buildings.

These policies are based on guidance and recommendations issued by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other public health authorities.

If you have questions, contact us at info@bemiscenter.org.

Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts is committed to making our buildings and programs as accessible as possible. To learn more please visit our full accessibility page.

If you have questions or would like support with specific access needs such as language translation or special seating, please contact Rachel at access@bemiscenter.org or 402.341.7130. For programs, we ask that you contact us at least five days prior to your visit and we will do our best to help you attend comfortably.

Tours are available by reservation during regular hours and include information about Bemis Center's history and programs, current exhibitions, and upcoming public programs. Artist-in-residence studios are currently unavailable for tours. Tours generally last one hour with a suggested donation of $10 per adult and $5 per student and/or accompanying educators.

To schedule a tour, please call 402.341.7130 or email info@bemiscenter.org.