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SUMMARY:In Conversation | Ward Shelley\, Douglas Paulson\, & Dr. Stanton Thomas
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a thought-provoking conversation with Ward Shelley and Douglas Paulson\, the artists behind The Last Library IV: Written in Water\, and the MFA’s Hazel & William Hough Chief Curator\, Dr. Stanton Thomas. Together\, they’ll unpack the ideas behind this immersive installation\, a precarious library where truth\, fiction\, and power collide.  \nFilled with banned books\, fabricated records\, propaganda\, and foundational texts\, The Last Library IV asks urgent questions about evidence\, authorship\, and the fragile systems that shape what we believe. In this lively discussion\, Shelley and Paulson will share insights into the project’s evolution\, its use of humble materials like cardboard\, and its relevance in an era defined by misinformation and censorship. \nFrom the enduring power of the written word to its growing instability in today’s “post-truth” landscape\, this conversation offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from the artists about how and why this work challenges us to reconsider what we trust – and why it matters. \nSun\, July 12\, 1 PMFree with admission; Registration required \nRegister \n\nABOUT THE ARTISTS \nWard Shelley and Douglas Paulson have been collaborating in performance and installation projects since they met in Brooklyn in 2004. Their most-often cited works are the Archive projects and the Last Library series\, in which rooms full of sculptural objects\, typically books and boxes\, become immersive sculptural supports for text. They have also made inhabited structures in which they lived and worked\, such as Flatland with Alex Schweder\, and have collaborated with artist collectives in Queens\, New York. \nThe text material in The Archives and Last Libraries reflect the artists interest in the plight of contemporary culture and how it has been shaped by mass media technologies and the needs of the powerful. Popular internet memes\, trendy political jingoism\, lost histories\, commercial slogans and notions of individualism are all in play. These pieces are designed for immersive browsing and reflection. No two person’s experiences will be the same. \nShelley and Paulson have exhibited together more than 25 times across the United States and Europe\, but centered in the New York area. Shelley also makes informational diagrams and inhabited performance architecture with Alex Schweder. A graduate of Florida Presbyterian College\, now Eckerd College\, Shelley splits his time between Connecticut and Florida. Douglas Paulson has years of experience working in the artist collective scene and teaches at Parsons\, New School University. He lives in Queens\, NY. \n  \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/in-conversation-shelley-paulson-thomas/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Program,Educational Event,Lecture / Talk
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SUMMARY:[SOLD OUT] Summer Camps at the MFA: Art & Archaeology Camp
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to dig up some history? Travel back in time as we learn about the art and science of archaeology. Discover how archaeologists piece together the past from Ancient Greece and Rome to Mesoamerica and even right here in Tampa Bay! We’ll spend the week exploring our own miniature archaeology sites\, learning about artifacts\, and creating a time capsule for future archaeology campers to discover. This camp also includes a field trip to the St. Petersburg History Museum\, located on the St. Pete Pier. \nThe Art & Archaeology camp is designed for ages 6-10. \nSOLD OUT\nMon\, July 13 – Fri\, July 17\n9 AM – 4 PM\n$240 for MFA Members\n$290 for Not-Yet-Members \nTo join the waitlist or for more information\, please email programs@mfastpete.org and include the name(s) of the camp(s) and your preferred contact information. Waitlist requests are filled on a first-received basis. \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-archaeology-camp/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Summer Camp,Youth and Family Event
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SUMMARY:MFA Shop Sunrise Sale 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg is pleased to participate in the 53rd annual Sunrise Sale! Rise and shine… the MFA Shop will be open for business bright and early (6:43 am!) on July 16\, 2026. Enjoy 20% off everything in the shop during this special event (MFA Members get an additional 10% bonus discount)! We have a unique selection of books\, games\, toys\, jewelry\, gifts\, keepsakes\, and more! \nBrought to you by the Downtown Business Association\, the annual Sunrise Sale is a don’t-miss event. It’s a blockbuster summer sale that’s worth getting up before dawn for! The event sees downtown filled at dawn with yellow flags\, bright balloons\, and eager shoppers! Several restaurants offer incredible breakfast specials to hungry shoppers. The event is open to the public\, and maps are available to guide people to participating businesses. \n53d Annual Sunrise Sale\nThur\, July 16\, 6:43 AM–5:00 PM\nThe Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\n255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL 33701\n \n\nAre you an MFA Member?\nJoin today and enjoy all the benefits of membership\, including discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, free or discounted programs and events\, exclusive invitations to member-only events\, and admission to the museum all year long! \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/mfa-shop-sunrise-sale-2026/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:MFA Shop
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SUMMARY:Art After Dark
DESCRIPTION: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. 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. \nArt After Dark occurs on select Thursday evenings throughout the year\, with discounted admission\, special programming\, engaging docent-led tours\, and more. \nThu\, July 16\, 5 PM – 8 PM\nFree for MFA Members\n$16 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!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. \nBECOME A MEMBER
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-7-16-26/
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:Writer’s Workshop | First Draft Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about poetry forms you haven’t tried yet but feel a little intimidated about where to begin? Maybe it’s a method that feels out of reach\, or terms you keep hearing but don’t fully understand. First Draft Club isn’t a lecture or critique session. It’s a space to experiment\, make ugly drafts\, and leave with tools you actually know how to use. Together with poet Ariana Matondo\, we’ll explore a range of generative techniques\, with plenty of time to write\, share\, and discover what’s working on the page. \nOpen to all experience levels. Just bring your journal and an open mind. \nIncludes admission to Art After Dark. Take in the atmosphere before or after the workshop\, wander the galleries\, and enjoy Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours with a selection of beverages and savory and sweet bites. \nThur\, July 16\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\n$10 for MFA Members\n$20 for Not-Yet-Members \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\nAriana Matondo\, poet\, editor\, and teacher  \n \nAriana Matondo (they/she) is a queer disabled Tanzanian-American poet\, editor\, and teacher based in Tampa\, Florida. Winner of the Zora Neale Hurston Award for poetry (2025)\, they were named a finalist for the Disquiet Prize for poetry (2025). They are also a recipient of the Sundress Publications Fellowship (2025)\, Vermont Studio Center Fellowship (2024)\, Light for Public Health Poetry Prize (2024)\, and the Bettye Newman Poetry Prize (2024-2025). Matondo has published and forthcoming works in Light Magazine\, Honey Literary Magazine\, The Common\, and more. As the poetry editor for Creation Magazine and CM Editorial House\, they are currently pursuing an MFA in poetry at the University of South Florida. Find more at: arianakijamatondo.com.
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-7-16-26/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
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