Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
Explore the World. Choose your Adventure.
The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the first Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment.
Kick off your summer at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory and create an artistic bookmark to take home. Whether you’re using it for children’s books or novels, our bookmark making is for all ages. We’ll bring the materials, stickers and more. You bring the fun!
Join the MFA as we explore culture, history, math, and the science of art alongside our newest exhibition, Ali Banisadr: The Alchemist. Learn about synesthesia and how it influenced Banisadr’s experience and art. Then, create your own piece of art to take home.
Families, friends, and art lovers of all ages are invited to spend the day exploring 20+ colorful, creative, messy, and marvelous art activities inspired by works from the museum’s collection. Activities are designed for everyone—from toddlers and teens to adults ready to rediscover their inner artist. Free for everyone!
Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play.
You won’t believe how many animals you can find inside the MFA! Learn about all the animals featured in the museum and their importance in art history. Then, create your own piece of animal art to take home.
Create colorful crowns, bracelets, flowers and more at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities inspired by Yvette Mayorga’s The Magic Grasshopper, displayed in front of the museum.
With a little imagination and a whole lot of inspiration from Yvette Mayorga’s The Magic Grasshopper, you’ll create your own mini and magical form of transportation using recycled materials.
Step back in time and outside the museum walls to discover the incredible world of antiquity at the Barbara Ponce Public Library. This exciting, interactive workshop brings history to life as you create your own replica of ancient pottery.