Week of Events
Opening Weekend: Action/Abstraction Redefined
Action/Abstraction Redefined: Modern Native Art, 1940s to 1970s on view through May 26, 2024, is the first major traveling exhibition to analyze modern Native American art in relation to Abstract Expressionism, Color Field, and Hard-Edge Painting. Based on the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) in Santa Fe, where revolutionary approaches encouraged experimentation and risk...
ArtStart
ArtStart is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading, imaginative play, and art-making. This free program welcomes parents, grandparents, caregivers, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! In this session, we are reading We...
Almost Dry Bar
Keep your New Year’s resolution going strong (or take a healthy break from it) by visiting the “almost” dry bar in the Cultural Living Room. Enjoy flavorful mocktails, non-alcoholic beer and wine, and snacks, or indulge with alcoholic wine and beer if you prefer to keep the ABV up in your cup. Kick back and...
Member Preview Night: Action/Abstraction Redefined
AMFA Members can explore AMFA’s newest exhibition Action/Abstraction Redefined: Modern Native Art, 1940s to 1970s during an exclusive preview event before the exhibition opens to the public on February 16, 2024. An opening ceremony presented by the American Indian Center of Arkansas begins at 6:00 p.m. featuring a Cherokee flute performance by Tommy Wildcat and...
Family Art Festival: Action/Abstraction Redefined
Immerse yourself in a free day of art and fun for guests of all ages inspired by AMFA’s newest exhibition Action/Abstraction Redefined: Modern Native Art, 1940s to 1970s. Free studio activities, storytelling sessions, live music, and more bring the Museum to life with a celebration of Indigenous artists and performers. The Bizhiki Culture & Dance Company...
Gallery Engagement
AMFA’s welcoming and enthusiastic docents are available throughout the galleries to answer questions and help guests connect with art in a deeper, more meaningful manner. We invite you to drop by, say hello to a docent, and discover new details, insights, and stories about your favorite art and artists while exploring the galleries at your...
Flurffy’s Winter Tail
Flurffy needs your help finding his way through an epic wintertime adventure! Join Flurffy and his friends to build a story in real time using music, games, and imaginative play during this interactive show. The set will mold to fit the narrative as you create it together! This free educational program is designed for youth...
Museum Tour
Drop in and discover AMFA with a 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. Photo by Jason Masters.
Gallery Engagement
AMFA’s welcoming and enthusiastic docents are available throughout the galleries to answer questions and help guests connect with art in a deeper, more meaningful manner. We invite you to drop by, say hello to a docent, and discover new details, insights, and stories about your favorite art and artists while exploring the galleries at your...
For Your Consideration: Anatomy of a Fall
Anatomy of a Fall follows Sandra (Sandra Hüller), whose husband dies after a mysterious fall at their home. In the ensuing investigation and trial, she emerges as a suspect as details about her marriage are revealed. The jury, the viewers, and even their young son, Daniel, begin to question the truth. About the Film Run...
For Your Consideration: The Barber of Little Rock (SOLD OUT)
The Barber of Little Rock explores America's widening racial wealth gap through the story of Arlo Washington, a local barber whose visionary approach to a just economy can be found in the mission of People Trust, the nonprofit community bank he founded. Experiencing the effects of generational poverty and structural racism firsthand, Arlo understands his...