AMFA Art Market
2026-09-13 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Experience the power of art and artmaking while exploring the AMFA Art Market, a showcase of works by contemporary artists across the country. Featuring jewelry, paintings, prints, and more, the Art Market offers a unique opportunity to acquire one-of-a-kind artworks.
Explore over 30 booths across the Museum to discover new artists and purchase their work. Plus, do not miss shopping the emerging Arkansas artists marketplace in AMFA’s Windgate Art School.
In the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall, enjoy a free lecture entitled “What to Look for When Purchasing Art” with Greg Thompson Fine Art from 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Concessions are available for purchase in the Cultural Living Room, or you are welcome to make a brunch reservation at Park Grill.
For more information on this year’s featured artists, view the full artist list.

The AMFA Art Market is supported in part by the AMFA Foundation with media sponsor At Home in Arkansas.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Marie and Rosetta
2026-09-19 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-09-20 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-09-25 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-09-26 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-09-27 14:00 - 15:30
Discover the extraordinary story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe through this acclaimed play celebrating one of the most influential artists in American music history.
Blending music and drama, Marie and Rosetta explores a pivotal chapter in Tharpe’s career while illuminating her groundbreaking contributions to gospel, rock and roll, and popular music.
Both intimate and inspiring, the production embodies the themes of rediscovery, reverence, and recognition for artists whose influence transformed American culture.
Running Time: 90 minutes
Recommended Age: 13 and up

Marie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
Marie and Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling, Virgil L. Miller, Jr., Rebsamen Fund, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry.
Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and The McMath Family.

Concert Series: John Gallagher Jr.
2026-10-01 19:30 - 21:00
A Brooklyn based artist, actor, and screenwriter, John Gallagher Jr. broke out onto the scene with his originating role as Moritz Stiefel in Duncan Sheik’s Broadway mega-hit Spring Awakening, which earned him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. He has since starred in Green Day’s Grammy Award-winning rock opera American Idiot, Rabbit Hole, and The Avett Brothers’ critically acclaimed musical Swept Away, as well as appeared on the silver screen in Aaron Sorkin’s HBO series The Newsroom, 10 Cloverfield Lane, Westworld, Short Term 12, and Hush among many others.
With three records under his belt – Six Day Hurricane (2016), 8th and Jane (2021), Goodbye or Something (2024) – Gallagher’s songwriting is known for having an emphasis on the confessional, cathartic, and emotional, prompting Billboard to rave: “Be it a ballad strum or a hard rock shred, both come naturally to Gallagher.” His music has been described as “emo folk rock” – a tragicomic blend of rootsy bravado and vulnerable heart-on-sleeve reflection.
On Friday, October 2, Season Ticket Holders enjoy free tickets to a screening of 10 Cloverfield Lane followed by a Q+A with Gallagher.

The 2026-2027 Concert Series is supported in part by Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, and Susan Conley and the Partnership for Community Enrichment with Gael Downs Hees and Randy Hees.
Photo by Regina Strayhorn.

Ballet Arkansas: The Great Gatsby
2026-10-23 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-24 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-25 14:00 - 15:00
Transport yourself to the glamour and excess of the Jazz Age through an ambitious production that combines powerful choreography, immersive visual storytelling, and contemporary artistic vision. Beneath the elegance of lavish parties and shimmering decadence lies a timeless story of longing, ambition, and the pursuit of an idealized past.
Inspired by one of the most enduring works of American literature, this visually striking production explores the complexities of love, obsession, and the elusive promise of the American Dream.

Photo courtesy of Ballet Arkansas.

Under A Restless Sky: Art and Music
2026-10-28 18:00 - 19:00
Witness visual art come to life through music during an innovative performance that blends tradition with experimentation.
At this one-night-only event, composer and performer D. Riley Nicholson is set to debut Refugium – a classical music score adapted from an interpretation of weather data that informed Nathalie Miebach’s installation Under A Restless Sky currently on view in the Galleries. Accompanying Nicholson on the piano are musicians from the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra playing viola, cello, and upright bass to amplify the experience.
This performance marks the latest edition of Miebach’s Weather Score Project, through which the artist translates collected weather data into musical scores. These translations serve as blueprints for her sculptural installations and inspire musical performances that explore the impact of environmental changes and express the emotions felt by those who experience them.
After the performance, enjoy an open conversation between Miebach and Nicholson as they discuss how they collaborated to transform data into their individual art forms.
The evening concludes with a reception in the Cultural Living Room where all are welcome.

Nathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky is supported in part by The Brown Foundation, Inc. of Houston and Bank of America.
This exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Concert Series: Jon Cleary and the Absolute Monster Gentlemen
2026-11-12 19:30 - 21:00
After thirty-five years of being at the forefront of the ever-evolving musical landscape of New Orleans, Grammy award winner Jon Cleary decided to bring that sound back home, both figuratively and literally. He assembled the Absolute Monster Gentlemen (his acclaimed all-star big band) in his home studio in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans, drew up a setlist of some of his most beloved songs – and some new favorites – and rolled tape.
The result is The Bywater Sessions, a musical tour-de-force that showcases the grit, funk, and joy that has packed concert halls from New Orleans to Tokyo and beyond. Co-produced by Cleary and John Porter (Roxy Music, The Smiths, Taj Mahal), it’s a stunning collection of performances that affirms Cleary’s place in the New Orleans musical vanguard.
As for the musicians, it’s the best of the best. Long time Absolute Monster Gentlemen Cornell Williams and A.J. Hall anchor the band on bass and drums, respectively. They are joined by Nigel Hall (Lettuce) on Hammond organ, Pedro Segundo (Ronnie Scott’s All Stars) on percussion, Xavier Lynn (MonoNeon, Ledisi) on guitar, and an all-star horn section of Aaron Narcisse (Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra), Charlie Halloran (Squirrel Nut Zippers, Preservation Hall All Stars) and Jason Mingledorff (Galactic).

The 2026-2027 Concert Series is supported in part by Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, and Susan Conley and the Partnership for Community Enrichment with Gael Downs Hees and Randy Hees.
Photo by Steve Rapport.

Concert Series: Dan Tyminski
2027-01-13 19:30 - 21:00
14-time Grammy award winner Dan Tyminski has left his mark in nearly every corner of modern music.
His voice famously accompanies George Clooney’s performance of the classic song, “I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow,” in the film, Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? and his vocal collaboration with Swedish DJ Avicii on “Hey Brother” was a global smash.
His diverse solo projects and years of work with Alison Krauss and Union Station have yielded troves of award-winning music. But the live shows of the Dan Tyminski Band are the true gems of this storied career, blending a breathtaking fusion of bluegrass precision, country storytelling, and modern acoustic innovation.
The Dan Tyminski Band features Jason Davis (banjo), Grace Davis (bass), Gaven Largent (Dobro), Aaron Ramsey (mandolin), and Nathan Aldridge (fiddle).
On Thursday, January 14, Season Ticket Holders enjoy free tickets to a screening of O Brother, Where Are Thou? followed by a Q&A with actor Quinn Gasaway.

The 2026-2027 Concert Series is supported in part by Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, and Susan Conley and the Partnership for Community Enrichment with Gael Downs Hees and Randy Hees.

Concert Series: Dustin Dale Gaspard
2027-02-18 19:30 - 21:00
Singer-songwriter Dustin Dale Gaspard extends the boundaries of Louisiana music. In 2025, Gaspard became the first ever artist to perform in Cajun French on The Voice, receiving a full four chair turn from the coaches.
Known for his blend of folk, soul, and Americana influences, he often writes introspective lyrics that explore themes of love, life experiences, and personal growth. Gaspard has garnered attention for his heartfelt performances and distinctive sound, resonating with audiences who appreciate authentic storytelling in music.
After 10 years of performing, Gaspard released his full-length debut album Hoping Heaven Got A Kitchen in 2022. Gaspard’s latest project Avec Le Courant is a banjo driven bilingual story album detailing the journey of his Acadian ancestors and their exile. This all new original work will once again combine Americana with varying genres including traditional folk, blues and contemporary songwriter elements, while heavily utilizing the Cajun French language.

The 2026-2027 Concert Series is supported in part by Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, and Susan Conley and the Partnership for Community Enrichment with Gael Downs Hees and Randy Hees.

Concert Series: Davina and the Vagabonds
2027-04-01 19:30 - 21:00
Davina and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene with their high-energy live shows, level-A musicianship, sharp-dressed professionalism, and commanding stage presence that blends early jazz, blues, and ragtime. With influences ranging from Fats Domino and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Aretha Franklin and Tom Waits, the band is converting audiences around the world one show at a time.
This ensemble shines every time they play, earning feverish acclaim from the Chicago Tribune, NPR, and more in addition to performing on BBC’s international favorite late-night program Later… With Jools Holland and appearing on PBS’s Bluegrass Underground.
“Davina Sowers creates her own Americana mishmash — a little Amy Winehouse-worthy neo-soul here, a little Great American Songbook-influenced songcraft there.” – Rolling Stone

The 2026-2027 Concert Series is supported in part by Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, and Susan Conley and the Partnership for Community Enrichment with Gael Downs Hees and Randy Hees.

Tabriz Table 2027
2027-04-22 18:00 - 21:00
The first evening of every Tabriz fundraiser, affectionately known as “hot dog and beer night,” is a casual celebration of art and AMFA.
With flowing drinks and tasty bites, Tabriz Table invites guests to party in the Museum after hours and indulge in a little fun for AMFA’s good cause.
Stay tuned for more details!

Tabriz Gala 2027
2027-04-24 18:00 - 22:00
Step into AMFA as it is rarely seen for an unforgettable evening.
Experience exquisite cuisine during a multi-course dinner, enjoy specialty cocktails and musical entertainment throughout the event, bid during the live auction, and prepare for a night that makes history by nurturing the future of Arkansas.
Stay tuned for more details! Sponsorship information is available here.

Concert Series: Dom Flemons
2027-05-06 19:30 - 21:00
With a repertoire that covers over one hundred years of American roots music, Dom Flemons has more than earned the title “The American Songster®.”
Flemons is a folk musician, Black country artist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, music scholar, historian, actor, slam poet, record collector, curator, podcaster, cultural commentator, and influencer also known for creating, hosting, and producing the “American Songster Radio Show” on WSM in Nashville, TN. He is also the co-founder and original member of the groundbreaking Carolina Chocolate Drops, the first ever Black string band to win a GRAMMY.
Over the past 25 years, he has received major awards, gained world-wide media recognition, and become one of the most influential and highly decorated voices in American roots music.
“Dom Flemons is one of the most accomplished American Folk Artists…few have pumped as much lifeblood into tradition as he has.” – MOJO
Season Ticket Holders, Circle Society Donors, and Corporate Partners enjoy access to an exclusive lounge before the show with complimentary drinks.

The 2026-2027 Concert Series is supported in part by Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, and Susan Conley and the Partnership for Community Enrichment with Gael Downs Hees and Randy Hees.
