Events

Learn how to make a small, festive winter-themed dish using colorful polymer clay! All skill levels are welcome and all supplies are included. Work will be fired after class for later pick up. Dish by Danya Golden.

Create a woodblock inspired by AMFA's exhibition The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art. Learn how to design, carve, and print in this one-day workshop open to all beginner and experienced printmaking students. The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art is presented by Terri and...

Members are invited to kick off the holiday season at a special edition of Bright Nights. Your first glass of bubbly is on us! Check in to receive a special gift from the Museum that will help you celebrate all season long, then mingle with familiar faces and make new friends. This experience extends into...

Spend the holiday season at AMFA enjoying a night of live jazz and festive vibes. Immerse yourself in the glowing ambiance of the Cultural Living Room, where the melodies meld perfectly with a glass of bubbly champagne and gourmet snacks. This experience extends into the galleries, where our docents will elevate your evening with an...

Find inspiration from AMFA's exhibition The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art to make your own ceramic artwork. Hand form and pinch a decorative ceramic flower dish with colorful petals. This is a perfect workshop for those without any previous clay experience! The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the...

Singer-songwriter M.C. Taylor, known for leading the band Hiss Golden Messenger, finds himself in a joyful and eternal state with his new album Jump for Joy. Reflecting on his journey leading a band through various stages and venues, Jump for Joy explores the role of music in Taylor's life, capturing the highs and lows of...

Unplug and connect for a night of family fun! Explore classic parlor games from charades to the laughing game – there is something for the whole family to enjoy.

Learn how to make a glass icicle over a torch flame during this fun, one-day workshop. Thin and thick glass rods will be used to decorate your icicle into a colorful and eye-catching creation. Glass icicles by Donnell Williams.

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.

Learn how to create a custom bolo tie by soldering bolo hardware to a steel plate and applying color in the design of your choice. Add a bright cord tie, and your creation will become a hit at your next holiday party! Bolo tie by Myriam Saavedra.

Work side-by-side with your little one while learning how to emboss paper with the printing press, experiment with pop-ups, and explore collage techniques to create embellished holiday cards for everyone on your mailing list.

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...