Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
Explore the World. Choose your Adventure.
Get ready to transform everyday household items into your own experimental piece of art! By using science, technology, engineering, and math, you’ll discover how creativity and innovation come together to inspire your unique artistic creation.
Abracadabra! Transform any object into art with a wave of your magic wand. Using inspiration from our newest special exhibition, New African Masquerades, you’ll discover how everyday objects can be turned into enchanting art.
Join the Mixed Media Journaling group at Clearwater East Community Library at SPC for a special edition session inspired by the vibrant collection at MFA St. Petersburg. No experience needed. Just bring a notebook or journal, a touch of imagination, and a passion for creating.
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. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play.
Create a mixed media self-portrait that reflects your identity, interests, and experiences—not just your appearance. Then, use the in-gallery activity guide to explore the stories of people represented throughout the museum’s galleries.
One of the oldest forms of visual arts, portraiture teaches us about historical figures, ancestry, and so much more. What would your portrait say about you? Create portraits of yourself, a friend, or a family member at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
Join the Mixed Media Journaling group at Clearwater East Community Library at SPC for a special edition session inspired by the vibrant collection at MFA St. Petersburg. No experience needed. Just bring a notebook or journal, a touch of imagination, and a passion for creating.
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. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play.
Put on your writing hats and bring your creative minds! This month, join us for a FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory, where we’ll explore the art of Black-Out Poetry. Inspired by the MFA’s artwork, you'll uncover hidden poems tucked inside existing texts to capture the essence of your favorite pieces.
Celebrate the Sunshine State with fellow homeschool families from across Tampa Bay. Together, we’ll explore Florida’s vibrant history, discover local artists, and learn how people have captured our state’s beauty through art across generations.