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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story\, Round is a Tortilla by Roseanne Thong\, a joyful story exploring shapes found in everyday foods. Then\, create paper food sculptures inspired by the playful forms and creative processes of artist-in-residence Laura Tanner. \n\nArtist-in-Resident Laura Tanner is supported in part by the John and Robyn Horn Foundation and Art Bridges. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-july-22/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Explore bold shapes and striking contrasts in this graphic cut paper art experience\, focused on positive and negative space. Take inspiration from artist Carmen Herrera to experiment with composition and balance and create a simple but powerful composition. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-july-25/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T113000
DTSTAMP:20260609T193505Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story\, Round is a Tortilla by Roseanne Thong\, a joyful story exploring shapes found in everyday foods. Then\, create paper food sculptures inspired by the playful forms and creative processes of artist-in-residence Laura Tanner. \n\nArtist-in-Resident Laura Tanner is supported in part by the John and Robyn Horn Foundation and Art Bridges. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-july-29/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260723T210453Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fest: A Taste of Home
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate food\, family\, and creativity with a day of hands-on art-making\, recipe sharing\, and sweet treats from Cate’s Pharmacy and Donuts\, The Croissanterie\, Dempsey Bakery\, Enjoy Schwarma\, Loblolly Creamery\, and Tacos Godoy. \nGuests of all ages can explore food-inspired art activities across the Windgate Art School studios\, create artwork with artist Laura Tanner\, enjoy music and dance with mömandpöp\, and watch elaborate cake decorating demonstrations. \nPresented in conjunction with AMFA’s exhibition A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time\, this experience showcases how food brings people together and connects families across generations. \nThis event is recommended for ages 4 and up. \n\nFamily Fest: A Taste of Home is supported in part by the John and Robyn Horn Foundation\, Art Bridges and Entergy Arkansas. \nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/family-fest-a-taste-of-home/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T113000
DTSTAMP:20260609T195206Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story\, A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Phillip C. Stead\, a gentle story about friendship and care. Then\, create a collage and drawing inspired by the themes of slowing down and quiet moments found in A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. \n \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-august-5/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T130000
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Create your own playful character in this hands-on puppet-making experience using illustrated faces\, fabric\, and fun decorative elements. Take inspiration from the new season of Blueberry’s Clubhouse premiering on Arkansas TV to bring a character to life through design and artmaking. Create your own playful character in this hands-on puppet making experience using illustrated faces\, fabric\, and fun decorative elements. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nBlueberry’s Clubhouse is created in partnership with Arkansas TV. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-aug-8/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:"Blueberry's Clubhouse" Season 5 Premiere Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the return of the Emmy Award-winning\, original television series\, Blueberry’s Clubhouse! \nCreated through a partnership between AMFA and Arkansas TV\, Blueberry’s Clubhouse follows Blueberry—a fun-loving\, curious puppet—on imaginative adventures in Arkansas. Season five continues to inspire curiosity\, creativity\, and social-emotional learning through storytelling and song\, perfect for families and young learners. \nAt this special sneak preview\, watch two new episodes on the big screen in the Performing Arts Theater\, meet Blueberry and other cast members\, and enjoy complimentary popcorn and a free swag bag. \nAfter the screening\, the fun continues in the Atrium with fun and interactive activities\, including a green screen experience and prop pop-up! \nThis program is best enjoyed by families and children ages 3 and up. \n\nBlueberry’s Clubhouse is created in partnership with Arkansas TV. \nImage courtesy of Arkansas TV.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/blueberrys-clubhouse-season-5-premiere-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T113000
DTSTAMP:20260811T145118Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story\, A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Phillip C. Stead\, a gentle story about friendship and care. Then\, create a collage and drawing inspired by the themes of slowing down and quiet moments found in A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. \n \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-aug-12/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T143008Z
CREATED:20260428T211227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T143008Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Try your hand at an approachable basket-weaving project inspired by the beauty of craft and natural materials. Drawing from Material Nature: John and Robyn Horn Collection\, explore texture and pattern while creating a woven piece to take home. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nMaterial Nature: John and Robyn Horn Collection is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft and Cindy and Greg Feltus. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and is part of Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026\, presented by Craft in America. \n \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-aug-15/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T113000
DTSTAMP:20260609T195245Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story\, What Do Wheels Do All Day? by April Prince\, a curious story about how wheels move and work in everyday life. Then\, create a painting using car tracks inspired by the shapes\, patterns\, and imagery found in Nathalie Miebach: Under a Restless Sky. \n\nNathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky is supported in part by The Brown Foundation\, Inc. of Houston and Bank of America. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-august-19/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T211203Z
CREATED:20260428T211203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T211203Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Transform pages from books into a layered collage and word-art piece using paint\, paper\, and other materials. Inspired by A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time\, this project invites you to experiment with text\, texture\, and composition to make a one-of-a-kind artwork. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibtion partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. \n \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-aug-22/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T113000
DTSTAMP:20260825T142139Z
CREATED:20260428T210848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T142139Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story\, What Do Wheels Do All Day? by April Prince\, a curious story about how wheels move and work in everyday life. Then\, create a painting using car tracks inspired by the shapes\, patterns\, and imagery found in Nathalie Miebach: Under a Restless Sky. \n\nNathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky is supported in part by The Brown Foundation\, Inc. of Houston and Bank of America. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-aug-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T133000
DTSTAMP:20260820T191923Z
CREATED:20260428T210821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T191923Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Build a balanced work of art in this hands-on wooden sculpture experience. Inspired by Material Nature: John and Robyn Horn Collection\, decorate individual wood shapes and stack them together to explore form\, balance\, and creative composition. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nMaterial Nature: John and Robyn Horn Collection is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft and Cindy and Greg Feltus. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and is part of Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026\, presented by Craft in America. \n \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-aug-29/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T113000
DTSTAMP:20260901T142007Z
CREATED:20260816T205106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T142007Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story From Head to Toe by Eric Carle\, an energetic story about movement. Then\, paint with Buddha boards inspired by the themes of time\, change\, and repetition found in A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sept-2/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T130000
DTSTAMP:20260816T213431Z
CREATED:20260816T213431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T213431Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Transform book pages into a layered collage and word art piece using paint\, paper\, and other materials. Inspired by A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time\, this project invites you to experiment with text\, texture\, and composition to make a one-of-a-kind artwork. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibtion partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. \nThis exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-sep-5/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/creative-saturdays-summer-2025-v2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T113000
DTSTAMP:20260816T205150Z
CREATED:20260816T205150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T205150Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story From Head to Toe by Eric Carle\, an energetic story about movement. Then paint with Buddha boards inspired by the themes of time\, change\, and repetition found in A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sep-9/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Art-Start-January-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260816T205226Z
CREATED:20260816T205226Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story Menudo Sunday by María Dolores Águila\, a lively celebration of family\, food\, and culture\, then explore a hands-on counting activity inspired by National Hispanic Heritage Month. \n\nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sep-16-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260816T213438Z
CREATED:20260816T213438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T213438Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Design a colorful paper collage inspired by the rich patterns and traditions of Panamanian textiles in this hands-on artmaking experience. Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by combining shapes\, textures\, and vibrant colors into a unique composition. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-sep-19/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260816T205253Z
CREATED:20260816T205253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T205253Z
UID:10004488-1790159400-1790163000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story Menudo Sunday by María Dolores Águila\, a lively celebration of family\, food\, and culture\, then explore a hands-on counting activity inspired by National Hispanic Heritage Month. \n\nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sep-23/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260827T154251Z
CREATED:20260825T174311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T154251Z
UID:10004650-1790186400-1790191800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Staged Reading: Remus – A Tragedy
DESCRIPTION:Engage in the creative development of a new play as Broadway star and director of Marie and Rosetta Fergie Philippe presents a theatrical reading of his original work\, Remus — A Tragedy. \nThe play centers around the inspiring story of James Baskett\, star of Disney’s Song of the South\, singer of the beloved hit Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah\, and the first Black man honored with an Academy Award. Learn more about his trailblazing career and examine the realities of segregation that often limited opportunities and recognition\, even for artists of exceptional achievement. \nBe among the first to experience this new piece and participate in a discussion with Philippe following the reading\, offering a unique opportunity to explore and help shape the work through conversation and feedback. \nThis event is recommended for ages 13 and up. \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, Jr.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and The McMath Family.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/staged-reading-remus-a-tragedy/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children's Theatre,Special Events,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173234Z
CREATED:20260827T205906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173234Z
UID:10004633-1790416800-1790427600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Family Fest: Made by Hand
DESCRIPTION:Let your imagination lead the way and spend the day at AMFA enjoying free activities inspired by the art on view in Material Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection. \nExplore the possibilities of your creativity across the Museum: \n\nAtrium / Watch exciting demonstrations of wood carving\, basket weaving\, quilting\, and more.\nCultural Living Room / Dance along to music performed by the Episcopal Collegiate Steel Band.\nWindgate Art School / Make glass mosaics\, play with clay\, emboss metal\, and more\, then enjoy lawn games on the Art Lawn.\n\nThis event is recommended for guests aged four and up. \n\nMaterial Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft and Cindy and Greg Feltus. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and is part of Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026\, presented by Craft in America. \n \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported in part by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nThe Art Lawn at Windgate Art School is supported in part by the Judith Faust Estate and the Roy and Christine Sturgis Charitable and Educational Trust. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/family-fest-made-by-hand/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Family-Fest-Made-by-Hand.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T175249Z
CREATED:20260825T175249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T175249Z
UID:10004630-1790418600-1790424000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Audition Master Class with Fergie Philippe
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen your audition skills alongside seasoned Broadway performer and Marie and Rosetta director Fergie Philippe in this immersive workshop. \nStudents will receive individualized coaching while exploring audition techniques\, storytelling\, character development\, professional presentation\, and artistic confidence. \nThis workshop is recommended for teens and adults. Participants should bring a prepared audition monologue. \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, Jr.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and The McMath Family.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/audition-master-class-with-fergie-philippe/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Special Events,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Fergie-Philippe-Headshot-11x7-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T113000
DTSTAMP:20260816T205320Z
CREATED:20260816T205320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T205320Z
UID:10004489-1790764200-1790767800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story Many Shapes of Clay: A Story of Healing by Kenesha Sneed\, a thoughtful story about creativity and healing\, then create an air-dry clay bowl inspired by the natural forms and textures in the exhibition Material Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection. \n\nMaterial Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft and Cindy and Greg Feltus. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and is part of Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026\, presented by Craft in America. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sep-30/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Art-Start-January-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260816T213748Z
CREATED:20260816T213748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T213748Z
UID:10004505-1791021600-1791032400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Create a colorful abstract painting in this expressive flow painting experience. Take inspiration from the art of Sam Gilliam to explore fluid movement\, vibrant color\, and layered techniques as your paint flows across the surface to create a one-of-a-kind artwork. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-oct-3/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/creative-saturdays-summer-2025-v2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T140912Z
CREATED:20260820T002530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T140912Z
UID:10004583-1791118800-1791129600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Making Together: Flow Painting (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Explore the expressive possibilities of color and movement in this collaborative parent-and-child workshop inspired by the vibrant abstract paintings of Sam Gilliam. \nWorking together\, participants will experiment with watered-down paint and inks\, folding\, pouring\, and manipulating canvas to create abstract paintings full of rich color and flowing shapes. \nMaking Together offers families an opportunity to come together and create. Register now to enjoy a day full of art-making fun with your child! \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026. \nARTWORK: Sam Gilliam (Tupelo\, Mississippi\, 1933 – 2022\, Washington\, District of Columbia)\, Pac (detail)\, 1970\, acrylic on canvas\, 106 x 132 x 2 1/2 in. Courtesy of Masterworks. Photography by Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/making-together-flow-painting/
CATEGORIES:Art School,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T113000
DTSTAMP:20260816T210506Z
CREATED:20260816T210506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T210506Z
UID:10004490-1791369000-1791372600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story Many Shapes of Clay: A Story of Healing by Kenesha Sneed\, a thoughtful story about creativity and healing\, then create an air-dry clay bowl inspired by the natural forms and textures in the exhibition Material Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection. \n\nMaterial Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft and Cindy and Greg Feltus. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and is part of Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026\, presented by Craft in America. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-oct-7/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Art-Start-January-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260816T214501Z
CREATED:20260816T214501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T214501Z
UID:10004506-1791626400-1791637200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Create a sculptural quilt-inspired design in this hands-on wire art experience. Take inspiration from Material Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection to wrap colorful wire within a square frame\, exploring pattern\, texture\, and geometric composition as you create your artwork. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nMaterial Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft and Cindy and Greg Feltus. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and is part of Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026\, presented by Craft in America. \n \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-oct-10/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/creative-saturdays-summer-2025-v2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T165808Z
CREATED:20260820T165808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T165808Z
UID:10004615-1791626400-1791637200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Youth Audition Workshop (Grades 3-5)
DESCRIPTION:Take the mystery out of auditioning! \nExplore vocal techniques\, review dance steps\, practice cold readings\, learn monologues\, and more. Budding young actors will learn how to perform a mock audition from start to finish. \nAll skill levels are welcome. Please wear comfortable clothing for seamless movement. \n\nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and The McMath Family. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/youth-audition-workshop-grades-3-5/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T165844Z
CREATED:20260820T165844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T165844Z
UID:10004616-1791626400-1791637200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Youth Audition Workshop (Grades 6-8)
DESCRIPTION:Take the mystery out of auditioning! \nExplore vocal techniques\, review dance steps\, practice cold readings\, learn monologues\, and more. Budding young actors in grades 3-5 will learn how to perform a mock audition from start to finish. \nAll skill levels are welcome. Please wear comfortable clothing for seamless movement. \n\nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and The McMath Family. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/youth-audition-workshop-grades-6-8/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Youth-Audition-11x7-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260816T210558Z
CREATED:20260816T210558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T210558Z
UID:10004491-1791973800-1791977400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience the story Charlotte the Scientist Is Squished by Camille Andros\, a playful story about problem-solving and discovery\, then create a paper rocket ship inspired by the imaginative forms and movement in Nathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky. \n\nNathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky is supported in part by The Brown Foundation\, Inc. of Houston and Bank of America. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-oct-14-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Art-Start-January-2026.jpg
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