The talented Babs Reingold, who lives in St. Petersburg, will introduce her work and explore her influences. She has produced paintings, drawings, sculpture, and room-sized installations. They are marked by both introspection and a social conscience and examine stereotypes of female beauty, aging, poverty, and more. She was represented in...
Eric Hilton has been a consulting artist/designer with Steuben for more than 40 years. He will share stories from this association and focus specifically on some of the most important pieces he has designed. Innerland (1980), now in the collection of the Corning Museum of Glass in New York, has been...
Connect with the arts through monthly performances that give voice and embodiment to the two-dimensional. Nan Colton, the MFA’s ever popular performing artist-in-residence, turns to special exhibitions and the collection for her scripts and 30-minute presentations. Enjoy refreshments at 10 am, her performance at 10:30 am, and a general docent...
Join Keep St. Pete Lit, a local organization that supports the literary community, for a book club connecting the visual and literary arts. Each month’s featured book will relate to the MFA’s collection or special exhibitions. The group meets in the Bayview Room and discusses the book of the month....
Discover art and learn a new language as a family. Gain an introduction to ASL (American Sign Language) vocabulary while touring the galleries. Classes are designed and presented by certified ASL instructor and interpreter Carol Downing. Second and Fourth Friday of the Month @ 11 am, with the exception of April,...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11 am–2 pm FREE with Museum admission. No registration necessary. Recommended for ages five and older, but entire families are encouraged to participate.
Adam Holzman For more than 20 years, Adam Holzman has been at the forefront of a generation of guitarists. The New York Times has praised his playing as "polished and quite dazzling," and the Toronto Star has called him "masterful." He has performed in musical centers internationally and was one...
Opening Reception Diaz is a multidisciplinary artist adept at reworking interior domestic spaces so that the most habitual of settings become distorted. Working in the Museum’s decorative arts galleries and period rooms, Diaz will create site-specific installations that disrupt notions of customs and home décor. The opening reception is free...
Join us on the best porch in St. Petersburg from 5:30 to 7 pm on the third Thursday of each month. Free and open to the public. Museum galleries open until 8 pm with free admission for members, $5 after 5 pm for non-members. Special discounts available for new members to join during...
Contemplating Character: Portrait Drawings & Oil Sketches from Jacques-Louis David to Lucian Freud spotlights the fascinating collection developed by Robert Flynn Johnson over the course of his impressive career. Mr. Johnson was Curator in Charge of the Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco for...
Explore a wealth of activities, including “erupting” and bubble paintings, kite-flying, and more. You can even try graffiti art on a car. Fresh local snacks and beverages, plants, and organic products will be available for purchase. Meet some of our local artisans and learn about their craft. Special guest appearance...
Katherine Pill, Curator of Contemporary Art, MFA gallery talk with katherine pill This is yet one more example of Katherine Pill’s imaginative exhibitions and programs. She is the first Curator of Contemporary Art in the Museum’s history and has taken risks to bring new work to our audience and community. She invited Vanessa Diaz...
Discover art and learn a new language as a family. Gain an introduction to ASL (American Sign Language) vocabulary while touring the galleries. Classes are designed and presented by certified ASL instructor and interpreter Carol Downing. Second and Fourth Friday of the Month @ 11 am, with the exception of April,...
Field Trip: Great Bay Distributors $10 for members of The Contemporaries; $20 for non-members of The Contemporaries The Contemporaries offer this unique opportunity to tour the offices of Great Bay Distributors, which feature works by local artists including Bask, Todd Bates, Nathan Beard, Jules Cozine, Chris Parks, Xina Scuderi, Frank...
Jérémy Jouve At the age of 10, Mr. Jouve performed a Vivaldi concerto with the Orchestre de Chambéry in his native France and had his first European tour at 16. He has gone on to win major competitions and rave reviews. He has been featured on the cover of Classical...
Jeff Chouinard Lunchtime Lectures is a grab bag of artist talks, panel discussions, and art historical lectures that focus on contemporary themes during the lunch hour of the first Monday of each month. Lunch is always included. In advance of the annual Hukilau in Fort Lauderdale, we are exploring the work...
Join us in the Marly Room for our Annual Membership Meeting and learn what goes into making your Museum the Heart of St Pete. Afterwards, enjoy a reception in our Conservatory complete with light bites and a cash bar. Open to all members. Membership meeting from 4:00-5:00 pm, with the...
Give Day Tampa Bay Give Day Tampa Bay is a community-wide, 24-hour online giving challenge hosted by The Community Foundation of Tampa Bay. To support the Museum, visit Give Day Tampa Bay on May 3, 2016 anytime between 12 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. and with just a few simple clicks,...
Lecture on The Art of the Classical Guitar by David Collett, President of Guitar Salon International Mr. Collett will offer a survey of the development, cultural personality, musical qualities, and audience appeal of the guitar. He will include stories about guitar-builders,world-class performers, and their interaction and will also highlight the design...
Mother's Day is a special day for our mom's and what nicer way to spend it that surrounding her with art, wonderful food, and a visit to the MFA Museum Store. Chef Matt Cummings will be creating a beautiful menu for Mom at the MFA Cafe, she has free admission...
Robin O’Dell returned to the MFA in 2014 after earning her MA in photographic preservation and collections management in the joint program offered by Ryerson University in Toronto and the George Eastman House International Museum of Photography and Film in Rochester. During her graduate study, she served as library assistant at...
Dr. Teresa Wilkins, the MFA’s Manager of Membership, will examine the various forms, functions, and traditions of Hawaii’s stunning feathered art forms. She will survey their construction, meaning, and use. Dr. Wilkins holds her Ph.D in Pacific Art History from Indiana University, Bloomington and is one of the world’s foremost...
Connect with the arts through monthly performances that give voice and embodiment to the two-dimensional. Nan Colton, the MFA’s ever popular performing artist-in-residence, turns to special exhibitions and the collection for her scripts and 30-minute presentations. Enjoy refreshments at 10 am, her performance at 10:30 am, and a general docent...
Join us in celebrating former MFA Director, Dr. Kent Lydecker, and Mark Mahaffey, the MFA's Board of Trustees President, who will be honored at this year's Tampa Bay Business for Culture and the Arts (TBBCA) IMPACT Awards in October. The announcements will be made during the Charlie Hounchell Art Stars...
Join Keep St. Pete Lit, a local organization that supports the literary community, for a book club connecting the visual and literary arts. Each month’s featured book will relate to the MFA’s collection or special exhibitions. The group meets in the Bayview Room and discusses the book of the month....
ONE PROJECT...TWO CHANCES TO COMPETE! BJCP PRO-AM HOME BREW COMPETITION Who is eligible? Home brewers who are 21 and older and who have a beer that is not commercially brewed. For a complete list of rules and styles for entry, CLICK HERE. When can I register? Registration opens Friday, March...
Discover art and learn a new language as a family. Gain an introduction to ASL (American Sign Language) vocabulary while touring the galleries. Classes are designed and presented by certified ASL instructor and interpreter Carol Downing. Second and Fourth Friday of the Month @ 11 am ASL-accessible program For parents/guardians and...
Dr. Patrick Cavanagh Lecture on “The Artist as Neuroscientist” by Dr. Patrick Cavanagh Artists often break the rules of physics, using impossible shadows, shapes, or reflections. These undetected transgressions offer a wealth of information about visual perception. Dr. Patrick Cavanagh will survey cave paintings to modern and contemporary art...
Andrew York In Andrew York's concerts, the theater becomes a living room, and the musical conversation begins with the first note. He has a worldwide following and has toured Japan 12 times. He won a Grammy Award as a member of the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet during his 16 years...
As part of our Porch Party for May 19, The New Age of Coloring: Adult Coloring Night is brought to you by the Museum Store. $5 after 5 pm for Museum admission. Artist (or adult) coloring books are having a moment. Join us as we combine relaxation with the pleasure...
Join us on the best porch in St. Petersburg from 5:30 to 7 pm on the third Thursday of each month. Free and open to the public. Museum galleries open until 8 pm with free admission for members, $5 after 5 pm for non-members. Special discounts available for new members to join during...
Kidding Around Yoga system utilizes the yoga poses or asanas creatively tucked into: partner yoga, games and activities, original music, stories and more. The class is specifically designed for kids – families welcome. Practicing yoga with everyone in the family, and especially children, creates a special bond. Join us the...
Friends of Photography presents - Gus Kayafas: More for the Eye to See. A masterful storyteller, Kayafas studied with Edgerton, Minor White, Aaron Siskind, and Harry Callahan, and was the founding photography head at MassArt. He is now founder and President of Palm Press, and will share his journey from...
In thanks for the brave service of our men and women in the military, the Museum of Fine Arts is offering FREE ADMISSION on May 28-30 for all veterans or active duty military. Thank you so very much for your service to our country. We are also affiliated with Blue...
Ayako Yoshida Ayako Yoshida picked up the violin at the age of two and has not stopped since. Critics call her “unforgettable,” “gripping,” “absolutely radiant,” and “a risk-taker.” Ms. Yoshida made her U.S. concerto debut with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl, going on to play with London’s...
LUNCHTIME LECTURES "Artivist", Ya LaFord Lunchtime Lectures is a grab bag of artist talks, panel discussions, and art historical lectures that focus on contemporary themes during the lunch hour on the first Monday of each month. Self-described “artivist” La’Ford will discuss her social engaged artwork, particularly Blue Sunnel, created during the...
Connect with the arts through monthly performances that give voice and embodiment to the two-dimensional. Nan Colton, the MFA’s ever popular performing artist-in-residence, turns to special exhibitions and the collection for her scripts and 30-minute presentations. Enjoy refreshments at 10 am, her performance at 10:30 am, and a general docent...
Join Keep St. Pete Lit, a local organization that supports the literary community, for a book club connecting the visual and literary arts. Each month’s featured book will relate to the MFA’s collection or special exhibitions. The group meets in the Bayview Room and discusses the book of the month....
Beer + Art Lounge Inspired liquid art. Taste beers uniquely crafted by local artisans for a night that drinks to creativity and ingenuity. Area brewing companies take on the challenge to create small batch brews that connect with works in the Museum's collection. Featured works from the collection: George...
PUBLIC HOME BREW TASTING & AWARDS Professional and amateur brewers exhibit liquid works for a limited engagement. Savor the brews of over 20 brewers and vote for your favorite. Free craft activities and craft sodas. $25 Advance (Public Home Brew Tasting only). $30 @door. CLICK HERE for tickets. $70 Beer...
Please join us in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory for a preview of our exhibition 7:00 pm Doors open for MFA Members 7:30 pm Opening remarks Complimentary parking on Bayshore Drive NE Light bites and cash car Free for members, $10 for non-MFA members RSVP by June 8 to 727.896.2667,...
Join us on the best porch in St. Petersburg from 5:30 to 7 pm on the third Thursday of each month. Enjoy 27 galleries and gardens, including our newest special exhibition Shana Moulton: Journeys Out of the Body with your $5 admission – MFA members always enjoy free admission! Enter...
Discover art and learn a new language as a family. Gain an introduction to ASL (American Sign Language) vocabulary while touring the galleries. Classes are designed and presented by certified ASL instructor and interpreter Carol Downing. Second and Fourth Friday of the Month @ 11 am. Schedule for the summer has...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11 am–2 pm FREE with Museum admission. No registration necessary Recommended for ages five and older, but entire families are encouraged to participate
Shana Moulton, Whispering Pines 4, 2007, Video Still Anyone who has watched Shana Moulton describe her work online knows that she is accessible, relatable, and refreshingly honest. She will discuss her Whispering Pines video series, her performance pieces and operas, and her sculpture and installations. In our age of multimedia, Ms....
Clancy Newman Clancy Newman took to the cello at six and won a gold medal in his first competition at 12. He has added first prizes in the Walter W. Naumburg International Competition, The Juilliard School Cello Competition, the National Federation of Music Clubs Competition, and the Astral Artists National...
Feast on culinary masterpieces in a one-hour demonstration designed by local chefs of St. Petersburg’s burgeoning food scene. Each program features tastings, a signature drink, and concludes with a musical performance in the Museum’s Marly Room. Wednesday, June 29, 2016 Jeffrey Jew, Executive Chef overseeing culinary development and design for 2BHospitality, which includes Bella Brava and...
Kidding Around Yoga system utilizes the yoga poses or asanas creatively tucked into: partner yoga, games and activities, original music, stories and more. The class is specifically designed for kids – families welcome. Practicing yoga with everyone in the family, and especially children, creates a special bond. Join us the...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. This month, we are getting your little ones ready for school and they will be decorating their own pencil-pouch, which they can customize just for them. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11...
Explore the many cultures represented in the Museum collection by experiencing them to a rhythmic beat. Feel your musical and artistic momentum grow while you drum out rhythms and use other percussion instruments to bring art alive. No prior experience is necessary. Just come and have fun. Second and fourth...
Connect with the arts through monthly performances that give voice and embodiment to the two-dimensional. Nan Colton, the MFA’s ever popular performing artist-in-residence, turns to special exhibitions and the collection for her scripts and 30-minute presentations. Enjoy refreshments at 10 am, her performance at 10:30 am, and a general docent...
Join Keep St. Pete Lit, a local organization that supports the literary community, for a book club connecting the visual and literary arts. Each month’s featured book will relate to the MFA’s collection or special exhibitions. The group meets in the Bayview Room and discusses the book of the month....
Kidding Around Yoga system utilizes the yoga poses or asanas creatively tucked into: partner yoga, games and activities, original music, stories and more. The class is specifically designed for kids – families welcome. Practicing yoga with everyone in the family, and especially children, creates a special bond. Join us the...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. This month, we are getting your little ones ready for school and they will be decorating their own pencil-pouch, which they can customize just for them. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11...
Merling Trio and Friends The Merling Trio—violinist Renata Artman Knific, cellist Bruce Uchimura, and pianist Susan Wiersma Uchimura—is one of our premier chamber music ensembles. The Cleveland Plain Dealer wrote that “the players shaped a grand interpretation, fluent in rhythm and rich in romantic feeling,” and London’s Musical Opinion declared...
The Pitmen Painters - July 20 - August 14, 2016 by Lee Hall and William Feaver Directed by Brendon Fox MFA member special: click HERE to purchase tickets. Use the promo code PAINT online, over the phone or in person at their box office (727-823-7529) to receive 20% off (up...
Join us on the best porch in St. Petersburg from 5:30 to 7 pm on the third Thursday of each month. Free and open to the public. Museum galleries open until 8 pm with free admission for members, $5 after 5 pm for non-members. Special discounts available for new members to join during...
Free with MFA admission, which is only $5 after 5 pm on Thursday. Complimentary snacks are available. This summer series spotlights the themes of Shana Moulton: Journeys Out of the Body. This film and post-screening discussion are co-hosted with The Filmme Guild. Safe (1995), directed by Todd Haynes. Oscar-winner Julianne Moore...
Explore the many cultures represented in the Museum collection by experiencing them to a rhythmic beat. Feel your musical and artistic momentum grow while you drum out rhythms and use other percussion instruments to bring art alive. No prior experience is necessary. Just come and have fun. Second and fourth...
This unique camp is led by certified children’s yoga teacher and marine scientist Katie Toth and features daily yoga classes, marine science instruction, and art projects from July 25-29 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. A different theme of marine ecology, conservation, and community service will highlight each day. For...
Feast on culinary masterpieces in a one-hour demonstration designed by local chefs of St. Petersburg’s burgeoning food scene. Each program features tastings, a signature drink, and concludes with a musical performance in the Museum’s Marly Room. Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Kelly Debor, Managing Partner & Pastry Chef, Slate Door Brew Special performance by The Johnny...
Flash/Splash Workshop at the MFA. Presented in conjunction with the Morean Arts Center. Bring your camera to the MFA for a hands-on workshop inspired by the exhibition Harold Edgerton: What the Eye Can't See. At one station, you can capture a “Milk Drop” splash and at another you can...
Christopher Johnson Christopher Johnson, piano Dr. Christopher Johnson returns “home” for this special Marly Music concert. Though born in New Jersey, he completed early studies in Pinellas County with Angela Baptiste, who coached him on his first competitions. He has more than fulfilled his early promise. He was the first...
The program has been canceled for August 5th, due to instructor illness. We apologize for any inconvenience to you. Discover art and learn a new language as a family. Gain an introduction to ASL (American Sign Language) vocabulary while touring the galleries. Classes are designed and presented by certified ASL...
Kidding Around Yoga system utilizes the yoga poses or asanas creatively tucked into: partner yoga, games and activities, original music, stories and more. The class is specifically designed for kids – families welcome. Practicing yoga with everyone in the family, and especially children, creates a special bond. Join us the...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. The heroes in our collection will inspire you to make a modern-day superhero cape using a T-shirt and your imagination. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11 am–2 pm FREE with Museum admission....
Katherine Pill, Curator of Contemporary Art Through the generosity of donors, the MFA has established a fascinating collection of work by contemporary self-taught artists. Katherine Pill focuses on individual pieces, while also connecting them to broader currents in contemporary art. The MFA’s first Curator of Contemporary Art, Ms. Pill has...
Connect with the arts through monthly performances that give voice and embodiment to the two-dimensional. Nan Colton, the MFA’s ever popular performing artist-in-residence, turns to special exhibitions and the collection for her scripts and 30-minute presentations. Enjoy refreshments at 10 am, her performance at 10:30 am, and a general docent...
Join Keep St. Pete Lit, a local organization that supports the literary community, for a book club connecting the visual and literary arts. Each month’s featured book will relate to the MFA’s collection or special exhibitions. The group meets in the Bayview Room and discusses the book of the month....
Field Trip: Collecting Locally Downtown St. Petersburg Address will be provided once you are registered. Free for members of The Contemporaries. $10 for non-members. Limited capacity - this event is now SOLD OUT. The Contemporaries encourages the collection of contemporary art and support for local galleries and artists. On the...
Everyone knows someone who needs blood at times of need. Join us at the MFA on Friday, August 12, for a Blood Drive and donate so others may have a better life.
Explore the many cultures represented in the Museum collection by experiencing them to a rhythmic beat. Feel your musical and artistic momentum grow while you drum out rhythms and use other percussion instruments to bring art alive. No prior experience is necessary. Just come and have fun. Second and fourth...
Join us on the best porch in St. Petersburg from 5:30 to 7 pm on the third Thursday of each month. Free and open to the public. Museum galleries open until 8 pm with free admission for members, $5 after 5 pm for non-members. Special discounts available for new members to join during...
Free with MFA admission, which is only $5 after 5 p.m. on Thursday. Complimentary snacks are available. This summer series spotlights the themes of Shana Moulton: Journeys Out of the Body. This film and post-screening discussion are co-hosted with The Filmme Guild. Daisies (1966), directed by Véra Chytilová. This absurdist farce...
Discover art and learn a new language as a family. Gain an introduction to ASL (American Sign Language) vocabulary while touring the galleries. Classes are designed and presented by certified ASL instructor and interpreter Carol Downing. Second and Fourth Friday of the Month @ 11 am. The summer schedule has been changed...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. The heroes in our collection will inspire you to make a modern-day superhero cape using a T-shirt and your imagination. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11 am–2 pm FREE with Museum admission. No...
Rachel Kudo Rachel Kudo, piano Brandon Ridenour, trumpet Rachel Kudo has been hailed for her “stunning virtuosity” and “miracle of flawless technique and expressive versatility.” She made her orchestral debut with the Chicago and Fort Worth Symphonies at 16 and has since concertized around the globe. Highlights include recitals at...
Wear your best 1970's outfit, gather up your friends, and skate, skate, skate! All proceeds help purchase Bill Yates, Sweetheart Roller Skating Rink, 1972-73 photography portfolio, for the Museum of Fine Arts. If you don't want to skate (or have forgotten how), join us anyway for a great cause! There...
Feast on culinary masterpieces in a one-hour demonstration designed by local chefs of St. Petersburg’s burgeoning food scene. Each program features tastings, a signature drink, and concludes with a musical performance in the Museum’s Marly Room. Wednesday, August 24, 2016 Jeffrey Hileman, Executive Chef at FarmTable Kitchen and LOCALE Market...
Florida Orchestra Brass Quintet The Florida Orchestra Brass Quintet This quintet has won over audiences for more than 35 years. These talented musicians—trumpets Robert Smith and Kenneth Brown, horn Andrew Karr, trombone Dwight Decker, and tuba William Mickelsen—are veteran members of The Florida Orchestra and have enriched our cultural life...
SPF 16 - St. Pete Festival - is upon us! Check out the list of things to do in September in St. Petersburg beginning with the SHINE Mural Festival, which runs from September 1-10. Each week there is a different focus on the arts in downtown St. Petersburg and there is...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. Today, you will find works in the galleries that are made from unexpected materials. Then make your own using anything from small toys to moss. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11 am–2...
Image: Courtesy of the artist We are pleased to kick off our fall Contemporaries programming with Chris Parks of Palehorse Design. A renowned illustrator and artist who has had a studio in downtown St. Pete since 2006, Parks is also co-curator of the SHINE Mural Festival. He states, "Truly, some of...
Robert K. Wittman Join Keep St. Pete Lit, a local organization that supports the literary community, for a book club connecting the visual and literary arts. Each month’s featured book will relate to the MFA’s collection or special exhibitions. The group meets in the Bayview Room and discusses the book...
6 Artists, 3 Teams, 90 Minutes, 1 Winning Team A 90-minute live illustration battle in black and white! Competing artists have 90 minutes to create an artwork using only black markers and black paint. No pencils/sketches will be used as a reference. Winners will be selected by two guest judges,...
Red Sofa Tour 2014 at the MFA Ashley HomeStore and the American Heart Association present the Red Sofa Tour 2016. Share how you're living your life with heart on the Red Sofa, which is located in the Conservatory inside the MFA until Wednesday at noon. Visit the Shana Moulton: Journeys...
Connect with the arts through monthly performances that give voice and embodiment to the two-dimensional. Nan Colton, the MFA’s ever popular performing artist-in-residence, turns to special exhibitions and the collection for her scripts and 30-minute presentations. Enjoy refreshments at 10 am, her performance at 10:30 am, and a general docent...
Join us on the best porch in St. Petersburg from 5:30 to 7 pm on the third Thursday of each month. Free and open to the public. Museum galleries open until 8 pm with free admission for members, $5 after 5 pm for non-members. Special discounts available for new members to join during...
IMAGE: Blue Jay, Karen C. Creative Clay is delighted to continue its partnership with the MFA for an evening event, Meet the Folk Artists of Creative Clay, on Thursday, Sept. 15, 6:30 – 8 pm, in the Museum Store. Folk art created by the studio artists of Creative Clay is...
Mernet Larsen is one of the area’s most accomplished artists. She will discuss her paintings on view in the Lee Malone Gallery, as well as others that have marked her development and remarkable career. From 1967-2003, Ms. Larsen taught at the University of South Florida, Tampa, where she influenced many...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. Today, you will find works in the galleries that are made from unexpected materials. Then make your own using anything from small toys to moss. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11 am–2...
The Contemporaries of the Museum of Fine Arts are pleased to host an after-hours tour of Shana Moulton: Journeys Out of the Body by Curator of Contemporary Art Katherine Pill. Come get to know the strange world of Cynthia! Moulton creates humorous yet earnest explorations of New Age approaches to...
Feast on culinary masterpieces in a one-hour demonstration designed by local chefs of St. Petersburg’s burgeoning food scene. This final program in our series features tastings, a signature drink, and concludes with a musical performance in the Museum’s Marly Room. Wednesday, September 21, 2016 Matthew Rainey, Executive Chef at Rococo...
The docents play a critical role at the MFA. They engage visitors as tour guides and educators in the galleries and the community. Docents introduce many children and even some adults to art and museums for the very first time. The docent-training program begins on Friday, October 14, and lasts...
St. Petersburg will be shining the spotlight on its vibrant arts and cultural scene with a one-day celebration of the arts, the annual ArtsAlive 2016 Free Museum Day on Saturday, September 24. The MFA is also a partner with the Smithsonian on this same day, which is called Museum Day...
Free with MFA admission, which is only $5 after 5 p.m. on Thursday. Complimentary snacks are available. This summer series spotlights the themes of Shana Moulton: Journeys Out of the Body. This film and post-screening discussion are co-hosted with The Filmme Guild. The Ballad of Genesis and Lady Jaye (2011), directed by...
Mornings with the Maestro from the St. Petersburg Opera Company are held at the Museum of Fine Arts and sponsored by Marilyn J. Ward with Maestro Mark Sforzini, Artistic and Executive Director directing. The schedule for 2016-2017 is as follows: September 30, 2016 - Preview to Il Travatore: Dark Lady Played...
Kidding Around Yoga system utilizes the yoga poses or asanas creatively tucked into: partner yoga, games and activities, original music, stories and more. The class is specifically designed for kids – families welcome. Practicing yoga with everyone in the family, and especially children, creates a special bond. Join us the...
Create your own masterpiece inspired by works in the collection and special exhibitions. Supplies are included. First and Third Saturday of the Month, 11 am–2 pm FREE with Museum admission. No registration necessary Recommended for ages five and older, but entire families are encouraged to participate October 1 and 15:...
Shana Moulton, Whispering Pines 4, (2007), video still The Contemporaries Lunchtime Lecture Series is a grab bag of artist talks, panel discussions, and art historical lectures that focus on contemporary themes during the lunch hour of the first Monday of each month. This month's Lunchtime Lecture is a Panel Discussion:...