Events
Drop-in Figure Drawing
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…
6:00PM - 9:00PM
$30 ($25 for Members)
Drop-in Metalsmithing
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…
6:00PM - 9:00PM
$30 ($25 for Members)
Drop-in Printmaking
Experiment with printmaking during this three-hour drop-in experience at AMFA’s Windgate Art School. Open to beginner and experienced artists alike, it’s a great way to…
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Fridays on the Lawn
Kick off your weekend with sunshine, lawn games, cold drinks, and endless fun for everyone. Get competitive over games like baggo or bocce ball, sketch…
5:00PM - 8:00PM
Free Admission
Food and drinks are available for purchase.
Member Mingle: Fridays on the Lawn
Spend an evening at the Museum enjoying the summer sunshine over lawn games, art-making activities, and more! AMFA Members receive a complimentary snack and drink,…
5:00PM - 8:00PM
Free for Members
One complimentary drink and snack included. Additional food and beverages are available for purchase.
Art for Two: Reclaimed Silver Charms
Transform silver scrap metal like broken chains and earrings into a new gleaming charm! Learn to melt, shape, and add texture to your piece using…
6:00PM - 9:00PM
$150 ($120 for Members)
Cost of admission covers two people 18+.
Art for Two: Glass Flowers (SOLD OUT)
Create eye-catching floral and botanical glass artwork using a hot torch and flame. Under the guidance of an expert glass artist, you will learn the fundamental…
6:00PM - 9:00PM
$150 ($120 for Members)
Cost of admission covers two people 18+.
Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists
Celebrate the creativity and achievement of student artists from across Arkansas. As the state’s longest-running art competition for grades K–12, Young Arkansas Artists spotlights imagination,…
10:00AM - 1:00PM
Free
Nevelson-Inspired Sculpture Workshop
Create a unique, free-standing clay sculpture inspired by the work of Louise Nevelson. Students will view and reference artwork to gather ideas for incorporating shapes…
10:00AM - 2:00PM
$90 ($72 for Members)
Gallery Tour
Drop in and discover AMFA with a free docent-led tour through the galleries! With this fun, engaging, and memorable experience, guests of all ages are…
10:30AM - 11:30AM
Free
Young Arkansas Artists Awards Ceremony
Educators, students, and their families are invited to attend this celebration of student artist and art educator honorees for the 65th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition. As…
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Free
Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
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…
1:00PM - 4:00PM
$40 ($32 for Members)