Inspired by our exhibition Path to Abstraction: Picasso, Braque, and Cubism’s Impact on Modern Art, this Creative Saturdays' make-and-take activity invites guests to create Cubist portraits with oil pastels in the Windgate Art School. Expand this special experience by exploring what the rest of the Museum has to offer you: Grab a family-friendly Treasure Map […]
Stop by the Museum to enjoy an exclusive screening of two episodes from Arkansas PBS’s all-new, live-action series Mystery League. Geared toward teaching valuable lessons about friendship and community, this show is perfect for children in kindergarten through second grade. Each episode follows three young detectives though storylines that encourage Arkansas kids to solve problems and […]
Flurffy needs your help finding his way through an epic wintertime adventure! Join Flurffy and his friends to build a story in real time using music, games, and imaginative play during this interactive show. The set will mold to fit the narrative as you create it together! This free educational program is designed for youth […]
AMFA’s welcoming and enthusiastic docents are available throughout the galleries to answer questions and help guests connect with art in a deeper, more meaningful manner. We invite you to drop by, say hello to a docent, and discover new details, insights, and stories about your favorite art and artists while exploring the galleries at your […]
Drop in and discover AMFA with a docent-led tour through the galleries! With this fun, engaging, and memorable experience, guests of all ages are invited to explore the art on view while learning how to interpret and appreciate works of art in various media.
Gracias al esfuerzo de un grupo de educadores voluntarios del Museo de Bellas Artes de Arkansas (AMFA), se proporcionarán visitas guiadas para una mayor comprensión y apreciación de sus obras de arte. A través de actividades y debates divertidos, atractivos y memorables, se invita a los visitantes del museo a descubrir sus galerías, así como […]
AMFA’s welcoming and enthusiastic docents are available throughout the galleries to answer questions and help guests connect with art in a deeper, more meaningful manner. We invite you to drop by, say hello to a docent, and discover new details, insights, and stories about your favorite art and artists while exploring the galleries at your […]
ArtStart is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading, imaginative play, and art-making. This free program welcomes parents, grandparents, caregivers, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! In this session, we are reading Circle […]
Keep your New Year’s resolution going strong (or take a healthy break from it) by visiting the “almost” dry bar in the Cultural Living Room. Enjoy flavorful mocktails, non-alcoholic beer and wine, and snacks, or indulge with alcoholic wine and beer if you prefer to keep the ABV up in your cup. Kick back and […]
In our first social event of 2024, AMFA Members are invited to mix and mingle during this special happy hour celebration of an exciting new year at the Museum. Enjoy complimentary drink tickets, pick up a new programming guide, and explore opportunities to utilize your benefits for upcoming classes, performances, and other events. AMFA staff […]
Join us for this free and intimate conversation with Brian Blade discussing his life in music and art with longtime colleague, Jason Weinheimer. American drummer, multi-instrumentalist, and composer Brian Blade's contributions to music span over 30 years and disparate genres. Blade's nuanced and lyrical approach to percussion especially has led to the development of a […]
In 1997, multiple Grammy award-winning drummer and composer Brian Blade formed The Fellowship Band with pianist and composer Jon Cowherd. Over the 25 years that the band has existed, they have released seven critically-acclaimed recordings beginning with their debut album Fellowship in 1998, followed by Perceptual in 2000, Season of Changes in 2008, Landmarks in […]
