Events

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 I...

Elevate your midweek at Wednesday Spins! Experience a night of art, music, drinks, and socializing over beautiful views of the Museum. Kick back with craft cocktails and music mixed by DJ Nick Hud or pop into the galleries to learn more about the art on view from our knowledgeable docents. Drinks and music start at...

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...

Create a vibrant suncatcher perfect for adorning your wall or window in this afternoon workshop designed for beginners. Dive into the fundamentals of stained glass techniques as you craft a beautiful piece. All materials, tools, and safety equipment will be provided. Come prepared to have fun and get creative! Instructor: Jennie Cooper

Join artist Tricia Wright and Dieu Donné’s Tatiana Ginsberg for an enlightening conversation about their collaborative process for creating the work on view in Tricia Wright: The Naturalist. Wright’s work explores her personal relationship with nature while discussing the importance of handmaking and the human touch. Audience questions are welcome after the presentation concludes. Tricia...

Soak up the summer sun and end your week with a playful round of Giant Jenga (or another lawn game) while sipping a cool drink. Need a break from the competition? Find a spot at a drawing easel and express yourself with the help of an instructor, or step into the air conditioning to discover...

Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece! Class materials and refreshments are included, no skills required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening! In this session, a gleaming charm will rise from the ashes of...

Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece! Class materials and refreshments are included, no skills required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening! In this session, learn how to throw a pot on the wheel....

Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece! Class materials and refreshments are included, no skills required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening! In this session, dive into the fundamentals of stained glass techniques as...

Flurffy is back! Inspired by his new show A Tale of Two Flurffys, this Creative Saturdays' make-and-take activity invites guests to create colorful felt puppets in the Windgate Art School. Expand this special experience by discovering what the rest of the Museum has to offer you: Catch a performance of A Tale of Two Flurffys...

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...

Mistaken identity abounds when Flurffy’s Irish cousin Murphy pays him a visit over summer break! Help Flurffy and his friends untangle a web of missteps and chance meetings with the guidance of their newest puppet friend, Butter Bee. Original songs, choreography, and interactive storytelling make this tale perfect for little ones and families. The program...

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 invited to explore the art on view while learning how to interpret and appreciate works of art in various media. Photo by Jason Masters.

Gracias al esfuerzo de un grupo de educadores voluntarios del Museo de Bellas Artes de Arkansas (AMFA), se proporcionarán visitas guiadas para una mayor comprensión y apreciación de sus obras de arte. A través de actividades y debates divertidos, atractivos y memorables, se invita a los visitantes del museo a descubrir sus galerías, así como...

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...

In this 1992 film, three criminals – Fantasia (Cynda Williams), Ray Malcolm (Billy Bob Thornton), and Pluto (Michael Beach) – travel from Los Angeles to Houston, finally arriving in a small Arkansas town to go into hiding. Two detectives from the LAPD, who are already on the case, contact the town's sheriff, Dale Dixon (Bill...