Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
Explore the World. Choose your Adventure.
Follow the beat and step into the vibrant world of masquerade at this free, family-friendly community celebration outside of the museum walls. Through live performance, artmaking, music, dance, and drumming, you’ll discover the creativity, innovation, and living traditions shaping contemporary masquerade.
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 under the Bombax Tree for activities filled with sensory play.
Friday Black by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, is a piercingly raw and, at times, heartbreakingly satirical look at what it’s like to be young and Black in America. By placing ordinary characters in extraordinary situations, Adjei-Brenyah reveals the violence, injustice, and painful absurdities that Black men and women contend with every day in this country. Held in conjunction with New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations.
Explore the galleries for a special clue in an action-packed trivia night designed to challenge minds of all kinds. From pop culture and history to science, music, and art, of course, this all-subjects showdown has something for everyone. Plus, enjoy Café Clementine’s L’Apéro
hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
Explore the museum in a spellbinding evening through docent tours, mysterious gallery access, live jazz, and plenty of Halloween spirit.
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.
Experience an unforgettable evening with GRAMMY Award-winning guitarist and composer Andrew York. Internationally recognized for his expressive performances and acclaimed original compositions, York brings a program of captivating music that reflects the breadth of his artistry, from lyrical melodies to virtuosic passages. Performed in the Marly Room, this special performance offers a rare opportunity to experience one of today's most distinguished classical guitar artists in concert.
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 a curated wine tasting, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. Plus, learn how to burn screens and pick up tips and tricks for screen printing from Rohry O'Malley of Sick Dope Fresh Print Company.
Artist Lucia Hierro and author Amaris Castillo come together for a dynamic conversation centered on Hierro’s work, Nuestra Silla. From shared Dominican-American roots to the sacred everyday space of the bodega, explore how culture and community take center stage in their craft.
Transform existing pages into brand-new poems. Join poet Ariana Kija Matondo at the MFA for a hands-on writer’s workshop exploring black-out poetry, also known as erasure poetry. By selectively removing words and phrases from printed texts, you’ll uncover hidden meanings and carve out your own original poems.
Stroll the galleries after hours, take in the unique ambiance, and experience art in a fresh new light before stepping onto the dance floor. Perfect for seasoned dancers and beginners alike. No partner required. Complete your night with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a delicious array of sweet and savory delights.
Craft a stunning, functional centerpiece for your next gathering! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the coil-building technique to shape your custom basket, complete with optional decorative handles. Once your creation is complete, your basket will be dried, glazed and fired by Kari Kinder at Atelier Studio.