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 The...

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...

Experiment with printmaking during this three-hour drop-in experience at the Windgate Art School. Open to beginner and experienced artists alike, it's a great way to learn a new art form or work independently on your own projects. An instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request. Students are encouraged...

Members, Circle Society, and Corporate Partners are invited to preview the Delta Triennial at this exclusive reception before the public opening on June 28. For more than 60 years, the Delta exhibition has elevated and promoted awareness of artists born in or working in Arkansas and its surrounding states: Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and...

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...

Inspired by the Impressionist paintings on view in the galleires, this Creative Saturdays' free make-and-take activity invites guests to stop by the Windgate Art School and create Pointillist landscapes. 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 in the Lecture...

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...

Learn how to shape metal and make a custom-sized ring from a vintage silver coin in this afternoon workshop designed for beginners. No previous metals skills are required! All materials, tools, and safety equipment will be provided. Come prepared to have fun and get creative! Instructor: Jann Greenland

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.

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...

While exploring a Mississippi River island, Arkansas boys Ellis (Tye Sheridan) and Neckbone (Jacob Lofland) encounter Mud (Matthew McConaughey), a fugitive who needs their help in this 2012 film. Though Mud killed a man in Texas and has bounty hunters on his trail, he is most concerned about reuniting with Juniper (Reese Witherspoon), the love...