Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
Explore the World. Choose your Adventure.
Inspired by the vibrant, maximalist works of contemporary artist Yvette Mayorga, whose paintings emulate elaborate buttercream piping through richly layered acrylic paint, this workshop invites participants to explore the decorative language of cake artistry. Guided by a skilled cake decorator from Emerald Flour, you'll learn foundational buttercream piping techniques before transforming your own 4-inch mini cake into an edible work of art.
Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
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.
This month’s book club pick, Open Water, is a stunning first novel by literary virtuoso and finalist for the BBC Short Story Award, Caleb Azumah Nelson. In a crowded London pub, two young fall in love. Both are Black British, both are artists, and both are trying to make their mark in a world that by turns celebrates and rejects them. Held in conjunction with New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations.
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 and inspired by our newest special exhibition: New African Masquerades.
Bring your journal, an open mind, and a willingness to engage deeply with stories that continue to challenge, provoke, and inspire in this immersive afternoon of literature, reflection, and creative exploration.
Reveal the hidden secrets of the museum’s newest special exhibition, New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations. Featuring masks and full-body costumes that embody spirits, deities and ancestors, take inspiration from these contemporary artists and create your own accessories to represent the people and things that are important to you.
New to membership at the MFA? Or are you a current member eager to see the galleries through a new lens? During this special member experience, enjoy a docent-led tour designed to deepen your connection to the MFA’s remarkable collection. This special event has a limited capacity for up to only 25 participants.
Writers take note! We’re creating personal journals at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. Use your journal for writing, drawing, or whatever form of artistic expression you prefer. It’s yours to take home. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 9 am–5 pm (last entry at 3 pm), to celebrate Free Museum Day 2026 | Arts Alive in St. Petersburg. The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is pleased to participate in this city-wide event again this year, with complimentary museum admission for Florida residents with a valid ID.
Make your own history in an evening exploring the American art featured at the Museum of Fine Arts. Create a personalized collage reflecting your own history, and browse the library's collection to discover books about the incredible art and artists found right here in our county.
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.