AMFA Art Salon

Great artistic minds come together during a social gathering inspired by 20th-century salons in the era of Rivera’s Paris. Full of creative exchange and open dialogue, these intimate and exciting spaces once invited artists and philosophers alike to debate and dine as one – but now, you get to join in on the fun.  Two […]

Dr. Seuss’s Bubble Birthday Bash

Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with Seuss-themed lawn game activities and, of course, bubbles! Kick off the opening day of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat with a squeaky-clean bubble party with the cast and Little Rock’s favorite bubble maker, Big Poppa Bubble. Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement […]

Bridging Worlds: The Influence of Diego Rivera and Latin Artists on European Art Movements

Discover the vibrant exchange of artistic styles and cultural influences of Diego Rivera and Latin artists who journeyed across Europe in the early 20th century. This insightful lecture explores how artists like Diego Rivera engaged with and transformed European art movements, creating a rich tapestry of innovation and cross-cultural dialogue that shaped both Latin American […]

Tabriz Table

Celebrate and support AMFA with an immersive evening inspired by the blockbuster exhibition Rivera's Paris. Spend an unforgettable night at the Museum experiencing the magic of live French music, savoring a festive French and Mexican menu, enjoying artful amusements, bidding on exclusive items in a silent auction, and much more. Tickets are limited and going […]

Tabriz Gala

Tabriz Gala returns to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts with a theme inspired by AMFA’s blockbuster exhibition Rivera’s Paris, the first and most comprehensive look at Diego Rivera's years spent living in Paris. Delight in a fusion of exquisite cuisine, award-winning music, cocktails, and enchanting ambiance as we blend Parisian joie de vivre with the […]

AMFA Art Salon

Great artistic minds come together during a social gathering inspired by 20th-century salons in the era of Rivera’s Paris. Full of creative exchange and open dialogue, these intimate and exciting spaces once invited artists and philosophers alike to debate and dine as one – but now, you get to join in on the fun.  Two […]

A Transformative Gift: The Rockefeller Legacy and the Arts in Arkansas

In 1955, Abby Rockefeller Mauzé—daughter of John D. Rockefeller, Jr., sister of future Governor Winthrop Rockefeller, and sister-in-law of future Arkansas First Lady Jeannette Edris Rockefeller (pictured above)—made a significant gift to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, then called the Museum of Fine Arts: the monumental painting Dos Mujeres (Two Women) by Diego Rivera. […]

501 Day

Join the fun of celebrating Central Arkansas’s area code with a day of special discounts and experiences at AMFA! Take $5.01 off select merchandise in the Museum Store, enjoy $5.01 specials at Park Grill, and more. MUSEUM STORE AMFA-branded products and other unique finds will be marked down to just $5.01. Stop by to shop […]

Collecting in the Contemporary Art World: A Conversation with Berry Campbell Gallery, NYC

Christine Berry, Co-Founder of Berry Campbell Gallery in New York City, will share her perspective on the contemporary art world and give insight into building a personal collection, including her lists of upcoming artists to be watched and little-known 20th-century artists. Since its founding in 2013, Berry Campbell has been at the forefront of advocating for historically […]

Bid Adieu to Rivera’s Paris

Celebrate the final days of Rivera’s Paris by enjoying one more look at the art on view in the Galleries and taking inspiration from our last AMFA Art Salon in the Cultural Living Room. Relax and unwind over a menu of French-inspired drinks and hors d'oeuvres while you observe a creative conversation between two Windgate […]

Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists

Celebrate the opening of AMFA’s 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition with a day of artmaking and family fun! Take creative inspiration from the art on view to make creations of your own in AMFA's Windgate Art School. Instructors will be on hand in every studio to answer questions about upcoming classes and camps and help […]

Young Arkansas Artists Awards Ceremony

Educators, students, and their families are invited to attend the 64th Young Arkansas Artists Exhibition Awards Ceremony honoring this year’s student artists and art educators. As the oldest and only statewide art competition for young artists in grades K-12, Young Arkansas Artists is an essential program that emphasizes the importance of art in education and […]