From the start of the 20th century to today, printmaking has played an integral role in American art and the history of the United States. Unseen: The Process and Art of American Printmaking explores the history of printmaking in America and the varying “unseen” techniques within the medium while showcasing pieces from the CMA collection, many of which have never before been on view in these galleries.

Explore the world of deception and experience the incredible with Illusions from the CMA Collection. In this exhibit, nothing is what it seems.

For centuries, artists have been playing magical tricks on our perception with the art of trompe l'oeil, French for "deceives the eye." Artists use many techniques to create illusions in their work.