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SUMMARY:Art After Dark at the MFA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming\, including engaging docent-led tours\, thought-provoking lectures\, film screenings\, and more. Explore the galleries after hours\, soak in the distinctive ambiance\, and experience art in a fresh\, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to enjoy! Check our Calendar of Events for special programming.\n\n\n\nArt After Dark at the MFA\nThursday\, May 1\, 2025\n5:00 PM–8:00 PM Art After Dark Museum Admission\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nFree for MFA Members; $15 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are Free!) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-1-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art After Dark,FREE for MFA Members,Reduced Admission
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SUMMARY:Sensory Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st 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. \nThe MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for the enjoyment of all in our community. All Museum facilities comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. See our Accessibility page for our accommodations\, including our Sensory Guide to the MFA. \nSensory Saturdays at the MFA\nMay 3\, 2025\n10:00 AM–12:00 PM\nFREE for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\n \nSensory Saturdays is part of our Picture of Health initiative. Picture of Health is a comprehensive initiative that explores interconnected notions of well-being transcending geographical and temporal boundaries\, leveraging the MFA Collection as a starting point. This program fosters a holistic investigation of health\, encompassing cognitive\, physical\, physiological\, emotional\, civic\, intellectual\, and spiritual dimensions\, all with the aim of nurturing a sense of wellness within our community.
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-5-3-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE for MFA Members,Sensory Saturdays,Youth and Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T120000
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SUMMARY:Koinobori Children's Day
DESCRIPTION:Koinobori Children’s Day\nFamilies are invited to visit the Museum of Fine Arts to learn about and celebrate Koinobori\, the Japanese national holiday that translates to “carp streamers.” Koinobori is Japan’s Children’s Day\, traditionally celebrated on May 5th each year\, where communities gather for a festival filled with colorful carp kites. The MFA will honor this holiday in conjunction with the museum’s special exhibition\, Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress\, where similar imagery and symbolism often seen on carp kites can be found. These carp kites (also known as carp windsocks or streamers) are created to represent each family member and celebrate children and their well-being. When a family’s carp kites are hung together on one pole\, they symbolize strength\, determination\, and perseverance—qualities embodied by the carp itself. \n  \n\n\n\n\nKoinobori Children’s Day\nSunday\, May 4\, 2025\n10:00 AM–12:00 PM\nFront Steps of the Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\nFREE for everyone! \n  \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/koinobori-childrens-day/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Youth and Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T013610Z
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SUMMARY:Community Leader Social St. Pete
DESCRIPTION:Join Darcy Schuller\, Deputy Director and COO of the Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, at the Community Leader Social on May 7—an inspiring evening of networking\, collaboration\, and connection! \nTampa Bay Community Leader Socials are on the first Wednesdays of every month except July and August from 6:30 to 8:30 pm with a 15 minute presentation then Q & A at 7:30 pm. \n  \nCommunity Leader Social St. Pete\nWednesday\, May 7\, 2025\n6:30 PM–8:30 PM \n$20 admission in advance or $30 at the door with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.\nSonata Restaurant at The Mahaffey \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nADMISSION
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/community-leader-social-st-pete/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T100428
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SUMMARY:Art After Dark at the MFA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming\, including engaging docent-led tours\, thought-provoking lectures\, film screenings\, and more. Explore the galleries after hours\, soak in the distinctive ambiance\, and experience art in a fresh\, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to enjoy! Check our Calendar of Events for special programming.\n\n\n\nArt After Dark at the MFA\nThursday\, May 8\, 2025\n5:00 PM–8:00 PM Art After Dark Museum Admission\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nFree for MFA Members; $15 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are Free!) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-8-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art After Dark,FREE for MFA Members,Reduced Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T130000
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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Ikebana Workshop with Laurel Fooks
DESCRIPTION:Ikebana Workshop with Laurel Fooks\nJoin us for a unique and immersive workshop inspired by the special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress. This hands-on session will explore the art of Japanese flower arrangement known as Ikebana. Participants will learn the principles of Ikebana\, focusing on balance\, simplicity\, and the harmonious use of line and space\, while drawing inspiration from the rich history and intricate patterns of traditional Japanese garments.   \nWhether you’re a beginner or have experience with Ikebana\, this workshop offers an opportunity to connect with nature\, explore cultural traditions\, and express your artistic vision. The workshop includes demonstration\, instruction\, and feedback. Each participant will leave with a beautifully crafted Ikebana arrangement.   \n[SOLD OUT] Ikebana Workshop with Laurel Fooks \nSaturday\, May 10\, 2025\n10:00 AM–1:00 PM\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nRecommended for ages 18+. Pre-registration required. Limited spots are available. $50 for Members; $65 for Not-Yet-Members. Tickets include admission to the MFA.   \nREGISTER \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nABOUT LAUREL BANBARA FOOKS\, 2ND LEVEL\, 3RD GRADE INSTRUCTOR\, NARA NO SHOU  \n \nLaurel Banbara Fooks had her initial ikebana lessons as a child in Japan with Bansui Ohta-sensei headmaster of Shofu Ryu\, the origin of Banmi Shofu School.  Her mother is the first generation iemoto or headmaster of Banmi Shofu Ryu\, Bessie Banmi Yoneko Fooks.  She gained her kado competence and artistry on Ichiyo Ikebana from Jeanne Holton-sensei; Sogetsu Ikebana from Monique Banrenke Noujaim; and Banmi Shofu from her mother\, Bessie Banmi Fooks-sensei and Ric Bansho Carrasco-sensei.  \nLaurel Banbara-sensei has exhibited for Ikebana International St. Petersburg Chapter 65 and Orlando Winter Park Chapter 132\, and has demonstrated and exhibited every year during the annual exhibition of Chapter 65\, Art in Bloom and the Imagine Museum.  She has participated in just about every demonstration of Banmi Shofu Ryu\, including Ikebana International Chapters 1 in Washington DC\, 132 in Orlando Winter Park\, 115\, Sarasota\, Naples and multiple garden Clubs.  She regularly exhibits her ikebana at The Burg\, her son’s auto shop\, the Suncoast Healing Arts\, and the Veterinarian Healing Arts.  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/ikebana-workshop/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Program,Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T150000
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SUMMARY:How to Wear a Kimono | Kimono Styling & Traditional Japanese Dress with Satomi Hirano 
DESCRIPTION:How to Wear a Kimono | Kimono Styling & Traditional Japanese Dress with Satomi Hirano \nInspired by our special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress\, step into the world of traditional Japanese culture with Satomi Hirano\, a renowned Japanese classical dancer and certified kimono stylist\, as she guides you through an immersive and enriching experience. In this unique program\, participants will learn the art of styling and wearing a kimono\, try on various beautiful pieces\, and explore the elegance of classical Japanese dance moves.  \nHow to Wear a Kimono | Kimono Styling & Traditional Japanese Dress with Satomi Hirano \nSaturday\, May 10\, 2025\n2:00 PM–3:00 PM\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nFREE for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members. Registration required.  \nREGISTER \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nABOUT SATOMI HIRANO  \n \nSatomi Hirano is a Japanese classical dancer and instructor residing in Orlando\, Florida. Through her mastery of classical Japanese dance (nihon buyō)\, coupled with her certification in Yamano-style kimono dressing\, she is dedicated to reviving and spreading traditional Japanese culture. She began her dance instruction in Tokyo at the age of four. She studied under Master Kichifuji Wakayagi and the late Kisaho Wakayagi. At the age of 16\, she received the title Master Fujichiho Wakayagi. She danced “Sagi Musume” for her inauguration\, and began her career as a master classical dance teacher in Sasaduka\, Tokyo. Following a move to the US\, she resumed teaching in Orlando\, Florida. Her specialty – Wakayagi-Ryu – is one of the five main classifications of Japanese dance styles.  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/how-to-wear-a-kimono-kimono-styling-traditional-japanese-dress-with-satomi-hirano/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Live Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T100428
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hours
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture\, history\, math\, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. \nThis month we will feature the special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress! Learn about traditional Japanese fashions\, create your own paper kimono\, experiment with printmaking\, and try your hand at embroidery. \n  \n\nHomeschool Hours at the MFA\nWednesday\, May 14\, 2025\n10:00 am–12:00 pm\nFREE for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members\nRegistration required. \nREGISTER FOR HOMESCHOOL HOURS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nNot yet a member? Become a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers! MFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \n\n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-5-14-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,FREE for MFA Members,Homeschool Hours,Youth and Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T100428
CREATED:20250424T003534Z
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SUMMARY:Art After Dark at the MFA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming\, including engaging docent-led tours\, thought-provoking lectures\, film screenings\, and more. Explore the galleries after hours\, soak in the distinctive ambiance\, and experience art in a fresh\, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to enjoy! Check our Calendar of Events for special programming.\n\n\n\nArt After Dark at the MFA\nThursday\, May 15\, 2025\n5:00 PM–8:00 PM Art After Dark Museum Admission\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nFree for MFA Members; $15 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are Free!) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-15-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art After Dark,FREE for MFA Members,Reduced Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T100428
CREATED:20250405T012342Z
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SUMMARY:Painting in the Park 2025
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the MFA’s 60th Anniversary at this year’s Painting in the Park!  \nPainting in the Park is our annual FREE community celebration of all things art – and this year promises to be our biggest bash yet\, featuring 20 colorful\, creative\, messy\, and marvelous activities inspired by the artworks inside our museum. Activities are designed for toddlers\, teens\, and in-betweens\, and adults are welcome to join in on the fun\, too!  \nParticipants will receive a Painting in the Park Discovery Passport to help guide them to each station and will earn a stamp for their passports as they complete each activity. Complete at least 10 activities to earn the prize of free Family Admission to the MFA!   \nThe first 250 families to pre-register for the event will receive a complimentary MFA Tote Bag – perfect for carrying around your Painting in the Park creations!  \nActivities at this year’s event will include: \n\nEn Plein Air Painting inspired by Claude Monet \n\n\nPastel Portraits inspired by Derrick Adams \n\n\nA Paper Poppy Field inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe \n\n\nAn archaeology dig inspired by the Antioch Mosaics\n\n\nGyotaku Prints inspired by Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress \n\n\nAnd more!\n\nThe fun continues with art-filled activities led by our friends at:   \n\nClay Co-Op \n\n\nNOMADstudio \n\n\nOverspray Art Space \n\n\nPrint St. Pete \n\n\nSt. Pete Ceramics \n\n\nTampa Bay Watch Discovery Center \n\n\nTombolo Books\n\n\nUSF Card\n\n\nSt. Anthony’s Hospital\n\nEnjoy live entertainment\, along with delicious food and treats from:   \n\nSweet Fixation\n\n\nLatin Lunch Box\n\n\nThe Hyppo Gourmet Ice Pops\n\n\nRock Fire Pizza\n\nPainting in the Park will also include a Sensory Relief Zone hosted by our friends from USF’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities.   \nPainting in The Park 2025\nSaturday\, May 17\, 2025\n11:00 AM–3:00 PM\nFREE for EVERYONE! \nRegister in advance to receive a special MFA Tote Bag!* \nREGISTER FOR PAINTING IN THE PARK \n*Registration for Painting in the Park is not required. While supplies last.  \nCall for Painting in the Park Volunteers \nInterested in volunteering at Painting in the Park? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nPAINTING IN THE PARK 2025 IS PRESENTED BY: \n \nSUPPORTED BY: \n \nSponsorship opportunities for Painting in the Park are still available! Learn more about becoming a Painting in the Park sponsor here!
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/painting-in-the-park-2025/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE for Pinellas County Residents,Youth and Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T100428
CREATED:20250109T123739Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Minis with Tombolo Books
DESCRIPTION:Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: Tiny Wonders by Sally Soweol Han \nMuseum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals\, there is always something fun to discover at the MFA. \nJoin us in the galleries for this month’s storytime led by Wendy Diamond! Wendy has been a resident of St Petersburg since 2016. She happily taught kindergarten in CT for over 20 years. Since moving to St Petersburg\, she became a docent at the FL Holocaust Museum and leads an enjoyable\, fun-filled Story-time at Tombolo Books. In her free time\, she enjoys golf\, reading\, time with her children and grandchildren\, and traveling the world with her husband.  \nMuseum Minis with Tombolo Books\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025\n10:00 AM–11:00 AM\nFREE for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members\nRegistration required. \nREGISTER FOR MUSEUM MINIS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nNot yet a member? Become a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers! MFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \n\nABOUT TOMBOLO BOOKS \nTombolo Books is an independent bookstore dedicated to promoting the value and pleasure of reading throughout St. Petersburg by offering thoughtful inventory curation\, extensive literary knowledge\, and excellent customer service. \n \n  \nABOUT TINY WONDERS BY SALLY SOWEOL HAN \nThe world is full of wonders\, if we take a small moment to look! A beautiful story about everyday magic.\nApril’s town is dull and gray\, and the people there are too busy to laugh or look up at the sky. But when April remembers Grandma’s stories about wonder in the world\, like the secret language of flowers\, April wonders: Can dandelions help?\nPlanting tiny seeds while the seasons shift towards spring\, April watches as the dandelions and other flowers sprout\, bringing more than a little wonder back to her community.\nDebut author-illustrator Sally Soweol Han’s gorgeous and inspirational story encourages young readers to consider how they too can plant a little wonder in the world.
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-5-21-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,FREE for MFA Members,Museum Minis,Youth and Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T100428
CREATED:20250424T004017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T004017Z
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SUMMARY:Art After Dark at the MFA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming\, including engaging docent-led tours\, thought-provoking lectures\, film screenings\, and more. Explore the galleries after hours\, soak in the distinctive ambiance\, and experience art in a fresh\, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to enjoy! Check our Calendar of Events for special programming.\n\n\n\nArt After Dark at the MFA\nThursday\, May 22\, 2025\n5:00 PM–8:00 PM Art After Dark Museum Admission\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nFree for MFA Members; $15 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are Free!) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-22-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art After Dark,FREE for MFA Members,Reduced Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T150000
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SUMMARY:Marly Music presents Weaving through Time: Cross-Cultural Dialogues in Modern Japanese Music
DESCRIPTION:Like the Kimono\, Japanese music in the 20th century underwent a series of transformations and changes while still retaining a strong cultural identity. European composers\, who had been inspired by exposure to Eastern music and philosophy\, influenced the new generations of composers in Japan who responded in turn. “Weaving through Time” showcases the gorgeous and expansive works of Toru Takemitsu and Toshio Hosokawa and the playful Techno Etudes of Karen Tanaka alongside works of Maurice Ravel\, Claude Debussy\, and Olivier Messiaen.   \nNew World Piano Trio and The Florida Orchestra musicians Vivek Jayaraman\, Victor Minke Huls\, and Wesley Ducote will be joined by special guest Nicholas Davies (clarinetist of the Colorado Symphony) in a concert presentation of this crucial dialogue between Japan and the West: a conversation of aesthetics\, poetry\, texture\, and the exploration of time in music.  \nMarly Music presents Weaving through Time: Cross-Cultural Dialogues in Modern Japanese Music\nSaturday\, May 24\, 2025\n2:00 PM–3:00 PM\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\nMarly Room\n$15 for MFA Members; $30 for Not-Yet-Members \nTICKETS \n\nABOUT THE MUSICIANS \n  \nNicholas Davies  \nNick Davies is the Bass/Utility Clarinet of the Colorado Symphony. Previously\, Nick was Principal Clarinet of the Great Falls Symphony and the Chinook Winds\, in addition to holding positions as Bass/Utility Clarinet with the Santa Fe Opera\, Sarasota Opera and Des Moines Metro Opera. He has performed with orchestras including the Los Angeles Philharmonic\, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra\, the Louisville Orchestra and frequently performs as guest principal with the Bozeman Symphony.  \nAs a soloist\, Nick has performed Frank Ticheli’s Clarinet Concerto alongside the composer\, and has performed as a soloist with ensembles such as the Boston Symphony Orchestra\, the Antelope Valley Symphony\, the Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra\, and the USC Wind Ensemble. Other honors include taking First Place in the Pasadena Showcase Competition\, and Third Place in Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. Mr. Davies has a strong interest in contemporary music and has held past fellowships with Ensemble Modern’s Klangspuren Schwaz\, Aspen Contemporary Ensemble\, and Spoleto Festival USA. As a composer\, his commissions include those from the Houston Grand Opera\, Midic Winds\, Webster Trio\, and the Chicago Harp Quartet. Nick is the artistic director and founder of the Rossini Club\, a chamber music organization based in Nantucket\, Massachusetts\, which is hosting its twelfth season this year. He holds degrees from Rice University and the University of Southern California.    \n  \nWesley Ducote  \n \nNoted for his “elegant and brilliant pianism” (South Florida Classical Review)\, Wesley Ducote is a pianist/arranger based in St. Petersburg\, Florida who has led a diverse musical career pursuing an extensive range of interests. As a collaborator\, Mr. Ducote has been featured with many of today’s brightest stars including composer/vocalist Kate Soper\, Emmy Award-winning composer and Vietnamese folk musician Van Anh Vo\, flutists Leone Buyse and Carol Wincenc\, clarinetist Evan Ziporyn\, soprano Ana Maria Martinez\, and many others. He has served as principal\guest principal keyboardist with the Houston Grand Opera\, Naples Philharmonic\, and the Britt Festival Orchestra\, and recently completed a piano fellowship at the New World Symphony. As a chamber musician he has been a featured artist with MUSIQA and the Nantucket Rossini Club\, and in 2017 was selected by the Shepherd School of Music to perform with the Gyldfeldt quartet from Leipzig. Mr. Ducote has even worked as a keyboardist/composer in his own jazz-fusion sextet Steve Cox’s Beard. An enthusiastic performer of new and contemporary music\, he has premiered over 40 new works and worked with faculty at institutions in China\, South Korea\, Canada and all over the United States. Wesley Ducote is the recently appointed Artistic Director of the Louis Moreau Institute\, staff pianist at USF\, rehearsal pianist with Opera Tampa\, and a keyboardist with The Florida Orchestra.  \n  \nVivek Jayaraman  \n \nVivek Jayaraman is a violinist with The Florida Orchestra and the Verbier Festival Chamber Orchestra in Switzerland. He has performed in the string sections of several major U.S. orchestras\, including The Cleveland Orchestra\, Houston Symphony\, Detroit Symphony\, Pittsburgh Symphony\, and New York Philharmonic and served as Concertmaster for orchestras in Shreveport\, Canton\, Knoxville\, Jacksonville\, and Vancouver. During the summer\, Vivek performs with the Verbier Festival Chamber Orchestra in Switzerland and the Sun Valley Music Festival Orchestra in Idaho.  \nA former Fellow of the New World Symphony in Miami\, Vivek’s primary mentors include Charles Castleman\, Glenn Dicterow\, William Preucil\, and Gabor Takács-Nagy. Originally from Lansing\, Michigan\, he holds degrees from the Eastman School of Music\, Manhattan School of Music\, and the Cleveland Institute of Music.   \n  \nVictor Minke Huls  \n \nVictor Minke Huls is a cellist\, conductor\, and pianist. He joined the Florida Orchestra as associate principal cellist in 2023\, and was a featured soloist in February 2025\, playing the Saint-Saëns cello concerto. Previously\, Dr. Huls served as the principal cellist of the Amarillo Symphony (2019-23)\, and was a cello fellow at the New World Symphony (2021-23). He has also performed with the Jacksonville Symphony\, Aspen Chamber Symphony\, Civic Orchestra of Chicago\, Toledo Symphony\, Saint Augustine Music Festival\, Lincoln Center Stage\, Nu Deco Ensemble\, and in 2015 he was cello soloist in the NAXOS recording project at the National Orchestral Institute.  \nDr. Huls completed his doctorate of musical arts degree in orchestral conducting at Northwestern University with Victor Yampolsky in 2022\, where he conducted many different ensembles\, and premiered music by student composers. More recently\, Dr. Huls was named the assistant conductor of the Tampa Bay Symphony\, and has appeared as guest conductor with The Florida Orchestra\, Suncoast Symphony Orchestra\, Candlelight Concerts\, and New World Symphony. He is also an active chamber musician and has given recitals for the Howie Mansion Music Series (Ocala)\, the Steinway Gallery of Tampa Bay\, Classical Revolution at Webb’s City Cellar\, and the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg. Dedicated to spreading the joy of classical music\, Dr. Huls started a podcast through Radio St. Pete called “The Classical Scene” in which he discusses upcoming concerts with local classical musicians.  \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-presents-weaving-through-time-cross-cultural-dialogues-in-modern-japanese-music/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marly Music Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T204500
DTSTAMP:20260407T100428
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SUMMARY:Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries\, looking closely at artworks from throughout history and across the globe that were inspired by nature. From majestic landscapes to delicate still lifes to ancient sculptures\, each artwork highlights the deep connection between artists and the natural world. \nThe experience continues at the St. Pete Pier\, where you’ll board a sunset cruise with Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center’s expert marine science educators. Enjoy guided wildlife watching\, a visit to a local bird sanctuary\, learning about our area’s history\, and the beautiful scenery as the sky changes colors over the downtown skyline. There will be optional opportunities to get creative\, with all supplies provided\, and you’re encouraged to express your inspiration from the experience. \nThis partnership highlights how each of us contributes to protecting Tampa Bay and the environment as a whole. By showcasing the artistic and ecological importance of our region\, we aim to inspire a greater appreciation for nature’s beauty and encourage a lasting commitment to its preservation for future generations. \nArt & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center\nSunday\, May 25\, 2025\n4:00 PM–8:45 PM\n$45 ($5 MFA Member discount offered)\nChildren under 3 free \nTour includes admission to the MFA and TBWDC\nArt & Nature Docent-Led Tour begins at the MFA at 4 pm\nSunset Tour with Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center begins at 7:45 pm \nTICKETS \nSee ALL Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Dates and Times:  \nSunday\, March 30 at 4:00 pm – Art & Nature Sunset Tour\nSunday\, April 27 at 4:00 pm – Art & Nature Sunset Tour\nSunday\, May 25 at 4:00 pm – Art & Nature Sunset Tour\nSunday\, June 29 at 4:00 pm – Art & Nature Sunset Tour \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-5-25-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Program,Youth and Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T200000
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SUMMARY:Art After Dark at the MFA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming\, including engaging docent-led tours\, thought-provoking lectures\, film screenings\, and more. Explore the galleries after hours\, soak in the distinctive ambiance\, and experience art in a fresh\, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to enjoy! Check our Calendar of Events for special programming.\n\n\n\nArt After Dark at the MFA\nThursday\, May 29\, 2025\n5:00 PM–8:00 PM Art After Dark Museum Admission\nMuseum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg FL 33701 \nFree for MFA Members; $15 for Not-Yet-Members (Youth 17 and under are Free!) \nGET TICKETS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!  \nMFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year\, early access to special exhibitions\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, special member-only exclusive events\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-29-25/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art After Dark,FREE for MFA Members,Reduced Admission
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