Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
2026-03-01 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-08 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Create expressive paintings inspired by the energy and emotion of music!
Working with Little Rock artist, Hamid Ebrahimifar, practice improvisational painting that mirrors the spontaneity and flow of sound. Hamid will guide you through techniques that allow music to shape your artistic expression. A live musician will provide an immersive soundtrack that enhances the creative atmosphere.
Participants are encouraged to bring tempera paint, brushes, and a painting surface (mixed media paper, canvas, or board). In addition to your own materials, you will have access to tempera paint and a handmade calligraphy brush to use during the session.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
Artwork by Hamid Ebrahimifar.

Meditative Sundays
2026-03-01 14:00 - 15:00
Explore meditation, reflection, and creative awareness inside AMFA’s exhibition A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time, where art becomes a guide for slowing down, calming the mind, and reconnecting to the present.
Led in collaboration with specialists from the UAMS Mindfulness Program, Meditative Sundays offers a guided experience, from meditation and slow looking to sound baths and yoga. As the series unfolds, deepen focus, release stress, and build support well-being and connection through art.
In this session, settle into deep listening as resonant tones from singing bowls, gongs, and contemplative instruments wash through the space. The layered sounds quiet the mind, ease stress, and create a grounded sense of presence before visiting the Galleries to explore the art on view.

The 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.

Photo by Sara Reeves.

Architecture and Design Network Lecture Series: Nerin Kadribegovic
2026-03-03 17:30 - 19:00
The mission of the Architecture and Design Network (ADN) is to educate the public about architecture, design, and related disciplines and the ways in which their practice shapes communities and affects people’s lives.
In this free lecture entitled “From Blight to Bright,” you are invited to hear from Nerin Kadribegovic, Founder and Principal of Kadre Architects. Through a deep dive into California’s housing insecurity – examining how we got here, and the ways we are moving forward – his talk will center around Kadre’s solutions for the housing crisis including temporary, interim, permanent housing projects and important community support spaces. Many of the constructed projects and the designs currently in construction examine community impact and set aggressive sustainability goals.
Before the lecture, enjoy a short reception from 5:30-6:00 p.m. in the Atrium. The lecture begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall.
About Nerin Kadribegovic
Nerin Kadribegovic’s passion for navigating complex design problems, especially where economy is of paramount importance, captures an eye for beauty and design, notably in social cause, that results in unconventional, award-winning solutions. Obsessed with artfully directing natural light to create nuanced, playful moments, he ushers a spirit of dignity into places, where least expected, through the aesthetic design opportunity.
A third-generation architect who endured displacement as a refugee of the wars in Yugoslavia and Bosnia, Nerin has directly experienced the impact of chaotic social and environmental disruption on people and society. This alert awareness evokes deep empathic connection to critical issues facing metropolitan urban centers around the world gripped by environmental or socioeconomic crises.
The wartime reality imposed a fragility on life and shelter, that ignited his resolve in dissolving obstacles. Protecting a broken community, Nerin developed the uncanny ability to transform whatever material was at one’s disposal into something of functionality, beauty and meaning. Instilling hope and safety during hardship has become second nature, embedded into his mindset, both in design and leadership for social cause.
Prior to launching Kadre, Nerin was a partner at the award-winning firm of Lehrer Architects. When the pandemic brought needed urgency to protect Los Angeles’s most vulnerable population, Nerin led passionately in creating a template for tackling and ameliorating the city’s 60,000-person homelessness issue. During the height of the health crisis, he led the team through an accelerated, aggressive timeline to provide bridge housing. His designs – in collaboration with the City government, first on the AETNA Bridge Home, followed by designs for Tiny Home Villages – now serve as the lodestar to ending the homeless crisis in the City of Los Angeles. These projects have raised and set the City’s design standards for sheltering the homeless.

Photo by Paul Vu.

Art Start
2026-03-04 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-11 10:30 - 11:30
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.
Drop by on this day to experience the story Should I Share My Ice Cream? by Mo Willems, a heartwarming story about friendship and making choices. Then, create a colorful painted ice cream cone inspired by Elephant and Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”

Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters

Drop-in Figure Drawing
2026-03-04 18:00 - 21:00
Immerse yourself in a three-hour drawing session set in an untutored environment at the Windgate Art School. This dynamic experience will feature a variety of timed poses with draped and undraped models, providing an excellent opportunity for first-time students and experienced artists alike to hone their skills.
Students must be 18+ to attend, as the session may use the undraped model. An instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request.
Students are encouraged to bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. Recommended materials are graphite drawing pencils, charcoals, and a kneaded eraser. Basic drawing materials will also be available.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
Photo: Iwan Baan.

Drop-in Metalsmithing
2026-03-04 18:00 - 21:00
Drop into the Metals Studio for a three-hour session to work on your class projects or individually driven artworks.
One of our expert metals artists will be monitoring the studio to offer advice and direction towards completing your artwork. Each three-hour session provides an opportunity to develop and refine your skills in an independently focused work environment.
This session is intended for students who are currently enrolled in a metals class or have taken an 8-week metals course at the Windgate Art School. Supplies are not included. Students must bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Art for Two: Glass Flowers
2026-03-06 18:00 - 21:00
Create eye-catching floral and botanical glass artwork using a hot torch and flame. Under the guidance of an expert glass artist, learn the fundamental techniques for sculpting flowers, leaves, and other vibrant botanical features with colorful glass rods.
This hands-on workshop is for both beginners and those with some glass experience, offering a unique opportunity to learn the craft of flame-working and share this experience in a communal setting.
Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials, a charcuterie board, and refreshments are included, no skills required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
Artwork by Donnell Williams.

Art for Two: Coin Rings
2026-03-06 18:00 - 21:00
Create a custom-sized ring from a vintage silver coin. Learn techniques for shaping, refining, and finishing your original silver band.
Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials, a charcuterie board, and refreshments are included, no skills required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
Artwork by Jann Greenland.

Creative Saturdays
2026-03-07 10:00 - 13:00
Create a sweet, ice-cream-inspired sculpture using air-dry clay and a variety of art materials with Carver-Washington STEAM Magnet! This fun, hands-on project celebrates the joy of the AMFA Children’s Theatre production Elephant and Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”.
At 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!
About Carver-Washington STEAM Magnet
Carver-Washington STEAM Magnet offers a vibrant, hands-on learning environment where students discover their strengths, build lasting skills, and develop the confidence to lead, create, and explore their world. The enriching specialty areas include Drama, Orchestra, Young Astronauts, Science Lab, Makerspace, and EAST Lab.

Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation.
The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Studio Saturday
2026-03-07 10:00 - 13:00
Stop by AMFA’s Windgate Art School where every studio will be open for you to explore and experience!
Whether you are a skilled artist or a first-time maker, this opportunity welcomes guests of all ages to experience a variety of artistic disciplines through free, hands-on activities and exciting demonstrations.
Instructors will be on hand to answer questions about upcoming art classes and help you pick out the perfect programs for you and your family.

Studio Saturdays are supported in part by the Windgate Foundation.
The Windgate Art School is generously supported in part by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Elephant and Piggie's "We Are in a Play!"
2026-03-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-07 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-08 14:00 - 15:00
Jump into the joy of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!—a rollicking musical adventure straight from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning children’s books. This high-energy show features best friends Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig as they navigate the ups and downs of friendship, big feelings, and unexpected surprises.
When Gerald, the thoughtful elephant who tends to worry, and Piggie, his endlessly upbeat best friend, are invited to a party by the Squirrelles—a trio of singing, dancing squirrels—their day takes a delightful and unexpected turn. Gerald’s doubts and anxiety bubble up, while Piggie throws herself into the fun with fearless enthusiasm. As surprises unfold, the two navigate soaring highs, sudden hiccups, and joyful discoveries—realizing that true friendship means sticking together, even when things feel uncertain.
Brimming with toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and big belly laughs, this delightful musical invites audiences to join in the magic of live performance—with plenty of playful, interactive moments along the way. With clever storytelling and joyful energy, it’s full of heart, humor, and meaningful moments that linger long after the final bow.
Stay after the show to meet the cast!
Running Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 3 and up

Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and the McMath Family.
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” is supported in part by Caroline and George Makris III.

Spotlight Tour: Women Artists
2026-03-07 10:30 - 11:30
Drop in and discover art on view by women artists at AMFA with a free docent-led tour through the Galleries!
With this fun, engaging, and memorable experience, guests of all ages are invited to explore the art on view while learning how to interpret and appreciate works of art in various media.

Spotlight Tours are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Dillard's Spring Fashion Presentation (SOLD OUT)
2026-03-12 11:30 - 13:00
Dillard’s presents the best Spring 2026 fashions at AMFA — Little Rock’s most stylish destination.
Alexandra Dillard, Vice President of Merchandising at Dillard’s, will lead an engaging conversation and fashion presentation with designers Mollie Burch (Crosby by Mollie Burch), Abbey Glass (Abbey Glass), Morgan Hutchinson (Buru), and Lyndsey Zorich (Mason’s Daughter), all from Dillard’s exclusive Coterie Shop.
Enjoy a beautiful lunch from AMFA’s Park Grill as the panel discusses the inspiration behind their newest collections and offers insight on celebrating personal style. Each designer will present looks from their latest collections, giving guests the opportunity to see the designs walk the runway.
Doors open at 11:00 a.m. After the event concludes, shop a selection from each designer’s collection – 10% of proceeds will support the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.

Spring Fashion Presentation is presented by Dillard’s and supported in part by Dora Jane Flesher and Pat Wilson.
All images courtesy of Dillard’s.

Concert Series: African Rhythms Alumni Quintet
2026-03-12 19:30 - 21:00
On the cusp of the late NEA Jazz Master, pianist, and composer Dr. Randy Weston’s centennial birthday, esteemed members of Weston’s “African Rhythms” jazz ensemble – including Weston’s musical director and arranger T.K. Blue – have rejoined forces to pay tribute to their exceptional leader.
The African Rhythms Alumni Quintet bears direct witness to Dr. Weston’s brilliant integration of African aesthetics with the spirit of jazz that was cultivated by piano legendries like Duke Ellington, Thelonius Monk, Count Basie, Nat King Cole, and Earl Hines. The sonic foundations of Weston’s trailblazing style include the dynamic drum polyrhythms of West Africa, the use of jazzy horns and plucked guitars from Ghanaian highlife music, and Ellington’s orchestral approach to the piano.
By bringing the unique “sound” of Weston’s compositions and arrangements to the stage, the African Rhythms Alumni Quintet transmits what – in Weston’s view – must be heard as the very “spirit” of his person. This is made possible by the world-class musicianship of T.K. Blue (saxophone/flute/musical director), Chief Baba Neil Clarke (percussion), Alex Blake (bass), Ku-umba Frank Lacy (trombone), and Sharp Radway (piano).

The 2025-2026 Concert Series is supported in part by John H. Dean DDS and Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, and Susan Conley.

Creative Saturdays
2026-03-14 10:00 - 13:00
Design a colorful mosaic on a small panel surface using a variety of colorful pieces. Inspired by the A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time exhibition, this hands-on project allows guests to explore patterns and textures while creating their own unique artwork.
At 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!

The 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.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Elephant and Piggie's "We Are in a Play!"
2026-03-14 10:30 - 11:30
Jump into the joy of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!—a rollicking musical adventure straight from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning children’s books. This high-energy show features best friends Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig as they navigate the ups and downs of friendship, big feelings, and unexpected surprises.
When Gerald, the thoughtful elephant who tends to worry, and Piggie, his endlessly upbeat best friend, are invited to a party by the Squirrelles—a trio of singing, dancing squirrels—their day takes a delightful and unexpected turn. Gerald’s doubts and anxiety bubble up, while Piggie throws herself into the fun with fearless enthusiasm. As surprises unfold, the two navigate soaring highs, sudden hiccups, and joyful discoveries—realizing that true friendship means sticking together, even when things feel uncertain.
Brimming with toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and big belly laughs, this delightful musical invites audiences to join in the magic of live performance—with plenty of playful, interactive moments along the way. With clever storytelling and joyful energy, it’s full of heart, humor, and meaningful moments that linger long after the final bow.
March 14 is Book Day! Stay after the show to meet the cast, enjoy special activities, and enter giveaways in partnership with local libraries.
This performance features audio description.
Running Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 3 and up

Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and the McMath Family.
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” is supported in part by Caroline and George Makris III.

Art Together with ASL Interpretation
2026-03-14 10:30 - 11:30
For guests who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, drop in and discover the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts with a docent-led gallery tour accompanied by an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter.
This fun, engaging, and memorable tour provides all guests the opportunity to explore the art on view while learning how to appreciate works of art.

Art Together with ASL Interpretation is supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler and Riggs Cat.
Photo: Iwan Baan

Elephant and Piggie's "We Are in a Play!"
2026-03-14 14:00 - 15:00
Jump into the joy of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!—a rollicking musical adventure straight from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning children’s books. This high-energy show features best friends Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig as they navigate the ups and downs of friendship, big feelings, and unexpected surprises.
When Gerald, the thoughtful elephant who tends to worry, and Piggie, his endlessly upbeat best friend, are invited to a party by the Squirrelles—a trio of singing, dancing squirrels—their day takes a delightful and unexpected turn. Gerald’s doubts and anxiety bubble up, while Piggie throws herself into the fun with fearless enthusiasm. As surprises unfold, the two navigate soaring highs, sudden hiccups, and joyful discoveries—realizing that true friendship means sticking together, even when things feel uncertain.
Brimming with toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and big belly laughs, this delightful musical invites audiences to join in the magic of live performance—with plenty of playful, interactive moments along the way. With clever storytelling and joyful energy, it’s full of heart, humor, and meaningful moments that linger long after the final bow.
March 14 is Book Day! Stay after the show to meet the cast, enjoy special activities, and enter giveaways in partnership with local libraries.
This performance features ASL interpretation.
Running Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 3 and up

Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and the McMath Family.
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” is supported in part by Caroline and George Makris III.

Expressive Painting and Yoga Workshop
2026-03-15 13:00 - 16:00
Discover the connection between body, breath, and expressive painting in this immersive workshop led by Little Rock artist and certified yoga instructor, Lo Patt.
Lo guides participants through a blend of gentle yoga, mindful movement, and intuitive artmaking. You will explore how physical awareness can deepen creativity to make inspired paintings and visual artworks. No previous yoga or art experience is required, just curiosity and openness to explore how movement and mark-making can inform one another.
Please bring a yoga mat and wear clothing you feel comfortable moving in.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Elephant and Piggie's "We Are in a Play!"
2026-03-15 14:00 - 15:00
Jump into the joy of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!—a rollicking musical adventure straight from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning children’s books. This high-energy show features best friends Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig as they navigate the ups and downs of friendship, big feelings, and unexpected surprises.
When Gerald, the thoughtful elephant who tends to worry, and Piggie, his endlessly upbeat best friend, are invited to a party by the Squirrelles—a trio of singing, dancing squirrels—their day takes a delightful and unexpected turn. Gerald’s doubts and anxiety bubble up, while Piggie throws herself into the fun with fearless enthusiasm. As surprises unfold, the two navigate soaring highs, sudden hiccups, and joyful discoveries—realizing that true friendship means sticking together, even when things feel uncertain.
Brimming with toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and big belly laughs, this delightful musical invites audiences to join in the magic of live performance—with plenty of playful, interactive moments along the way. With clever storytelling and joyful energy, it’s full of heart, humor, and meaningful moments that linger long after the final bow.
Stay after the show to meet the cast!
This is a sensory-friendly performance.
Running Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 3 and up

Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and the McMath Family.
Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” is supported in part by Caroline and George Makris III.

Art Together with Sensory-Friendly Hours
2026-03-15 15:00 - 17:00
During this time, thoughtful adjustments will be made across the Museum to create a more comfortable experience for guests with sensory sensitivities. Guests can enjoy a gentle reduction in lighting and volume throughout the galleries, as well as a quiet area in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall for those needing space to relax and recharge during their visit.
Staff members stationed at each Guest Services Desk will also have weighted blankets and sensory bags on hand for both children and adults. Each sensory bag contains headphones, sunglasses, a fidget item, and a weighted plush for added comfort and convenience.
Download our social narrative to prepare for your visit to the Museum.

Art Together with Sensory-Friendly Hours is supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler and Riggs Cat.
Photo by Sara Reeves.

Art Start
2026-03-18 10:30 - 11:30
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.
Drop by on this day to experience the story We Are in a Book! by Mo Willems, a delightful story starring Elephant and Piggie. Then create animal hand puppets inspired by Elephant and Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”

Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters

Uncommon Weaving with Found Materials Workshop
2026-03-18 17:00 - 21:00
Weave a unique tapestry using found objects, fabric, and other unconventional materials inspired by AMFA’s exhibition, Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art.
An experienced textile artist will guide you through the weaving process and reference the artwork on display. A visit to the galleries will inspire the artwork you create during this workshop. Other materials that may be used to create your tapestry are yarn, string, and sewing thread.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
Artwork by Danielle James.

Retyping "True Grit"
2026-03-19 11:00 - 15:00
Experience artist Tim Youd’s meditative act of retyping novels one keystroke at a time. Over the course of 10 days, Youd continues his 100 Novels Project here at AMFA by retyping Charles Portis’s True Grit amongst the art on view in A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time.
The 100 Novels Project is an ongoing performance artwork in which Youd retypes novels from beginning to end in locations that play a central role in the novels. By retyping True Grit in Little Rock – the city where Portis once lived and worked – Youd honors one of Arkansas’s most iconic literary voices, using endurance, focus, and time to reflect on and appreciate the novel’s enduring impact on American identity.
Drop by the Harriet and Warren Stephens Gallery to witness Youd’s practice up close! Retyping True Grit is ongoing from March 19 to 28, 2026.
Photo by Tracy Tucker.
About Tim Youd
Tim Youd (b. 1967, Worcester, MA) is a performance and visual artist working in painting, sculpture, and video. To date, he has retyped 84 novels at various locations in the United States and Europe. Residencies at historic writers’ homes have included William Faulkner’s Rowan Oak with the University of Mississippi Art Museum (Oxford, MS), Flannery O’Connor’s Andalusia with SCAD (Milledgeville and Savannah, GA), Carson McCullers’ Childhood Home (Columbus, GA) and Virginia Woolf’s Monk’s House (Rodmell, Sussex).
Youd’s work has been the subject of numerous museum exhibitions, including Atlanta Contemporary, CAMSTL, The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar College, Hanes Art Gallery at Wake Forest University, The New Orleans Museum of Art, Monterey Museum of Art, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, and the Lancaster Museum of Art and History.
He has presented and performed his 100 Novels Project at the Ackland Art Museum, Weatherspoon Art Museum, Art Omi, Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions (LACE), and LAXART, and retyped Joe Orton’s Collected Plays at The Queen’s Theatre with MOCA London.
Youd’s performances have been reviewed by The New York Times, Artforum, Artnet News, Hyperallergic, The Village Voice, The Art Newspaper, Interview, and a variety of other national and international publications. His studio is based in Los Angeles.

The 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.

Art Insights: "True Grit"
2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:00
Explore the enduring legacy of Charles Portis’s novel True Grit with artist Tim Youd and writer Jay Jennings while A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time is on view at AMFA.
Youd’s 100 Novels Project has taken him around the country in his practice of retyping 100 works of American literature, a durational project rooted in the love of reading and reflection.
As he prepares to retype True Grit at AMFA, Youd joins Jennings to reflect on the life and wit of Charles Portis, the humor and humanity that define his writing, the significance of True Grit, and the deep connection between the novel, the author, and Little Rock.
ARTWORK: Cover of True Grit (detail), 1968, cover design by Paul Davis.

The 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.

Retyping "True Grit"
2026-03-20 14:00 - 19:00
Experience artist Tim Youd’s meditative act of retyping novels one keystroke at a time. Over the course of 10 days, Youd continues his 100 Novels Project here at AMFA by retyping Charles Portis’s True Grit amongst the art on view in A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time.
The 100 Novels Project is an ongoing performance artwork in which Youd retypes novels from beginning to end in locations that play a central role in the novels. By retyping True Grit in Little Rock – the city where Portis once lived and worked – Youd honors one of Arkansas’s most iconic literary voices, using endurance, focus, and time to reflect on and appreciate the novel’s enduring impact on American identity.
Drop by the Harriet and Warren Stephens Gallery to witness Youd’s practice up close! Retyping True Grit is ongoing from March 19 to 28, 2026.
Photo by Tracey Tucker.
About Tim Youd
Tim Youd (b. 1967, Worcester, MA) is a performance and visual artist working in painting, sculpture, and video. To date, he has retyped 84 novels at various locations in the United States and Europe. Residencies at historic writers’ homes have included William Faulkner’s Rowan Oak with the University of Mississippi Art Museum (Oxford, MS), Flannery O’Connor’s Andalusia with SCAD (Milledgeville and Savannah, GA), Carson McCullers’ Childhood Home (Columbus, GA) and Virginia Woolf’s Monk’s House (Rodmell, Sussex).
Youd’s work has been the subject of numerous museum exhibitions, including Atlanta Contemporary, CAMSTL, The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar College, Hanes Art Gallery at Wake Forest University, The New Orleans Museum of Art, Monterey Museum of Art, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, and the Lancaster Museum of Art and History.
He has presented and performed his 100 Novels Project at the Ackland Art Museum, Weatherspoon Art Museum, Art Omi, Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions (LACE), and LAXART, and retyped Joe Orton’s Collected Plays at The Queen’s Theatre with MOCA London.
Youd’s performances have been reviewed by The New York Times, Artforum, Artnet News, Hyperallergic, The Village Voice, The Art Newspaper, Interview, and a variety of other national and international publications. His studio is based in Los Angeles.

The 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.
