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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of style and self-expression with Mary Had a Little Glam\, a fun twist on a classic rhyme where Mary adds flair everywhere she goes. Inspired by photography on view in AMFA’s exhibition Kwame Brathwaite: The 1970s\, this session encourages children to explore creativity through design. \nAfter the reading\, they will use fashion plates to create their own miniature outfit designs\, bringing their stylish ideas to life. \nArt Start 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. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \n\nArt Start is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \nKwame Brathwaite: The 1970s is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-jul-22/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T150000
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SUMMARY:Art Together for Guests with Dementia and Their Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Drop in and discover AMFA with a docent-led tour through the galleries! \nLed by trained docents and specialists\, this tour welcomes guests living with dementia or Alzheimer’s – along with their caregivers and family members – to connect and use art to build cognitive skills. The afternoon concludes with a studio workshop with art educators who lead art-making activities that build creativity and encourage play. \nFor ease of accessibility\, guests are encouraged to arrive early\, park on Crescent Drive off Ninth Street on the north side of the Museum\, and enter through the Courtyard Entrance. \nAvailability is limited\, so please register yourself and your loved one as soon as possible. \n\nArt Together: Guests with Dementia and their Caregivers is a collaboration with Alzheimer’s Arkansas and is supported in part by Judy C Thompson Rev. Trust. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-together-for-guests-with-dementia-and-their-caregivers-jul-22/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T200000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Spins
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your midweek mood at Wednesday Spins! Experience a night of art\, music\, drinks\, and socializing over beautiful views of the Museum. \nKick back with craft cocktails\, enjoy music mixed by DJ Afrosia\, pop into the galleries to explore the art on view\, and strike a pose in the photo booth with your friends. \nAMFA is the place to be every Wednesday night all summer long! \nPhoto by Roger Ho. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/wednesday-spins-jul-23/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T210000
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CREATED:20251001T221359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T173721Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:Experiment with printmaking during this three-hour drop-in experience at AMFA’s 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. \nAn instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request. \nStudents are encouraged to bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. Recommended materials are a carving block\, five-piece cutters and stamp carving tool\, and high-quality paper. Basic printmaking materials will also be available. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nPhoto by Rachel Cobler. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-printmaking-jul-23/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T150000
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SUMMARY:Art Together for Guests with Low Vision or Who Are Blind
DESCRIPTION:Drop in and discover AMFA with a docent-led tour through the galleries and a studio art activity with our instructors! \nLed by trained docents\, this program starts with a tour that offers an opportunity for guests with visual impairments to engage with the artwork through rich visual descriptions and in-depth discussions. Participants then create artwork based on themes observed during the tour. \n\nArt Together for Guests with Low Vision or Who are Blind is supported in part by Judy C Thompson Rev. Trust. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-together-for-guests-with-low-vision-or-who-are-blind-jul-24/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T210000
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SUMMARY:Art for Two: Beetle Brooches (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Create a vibrant and colorful beetle inspired glass brooch using the technique of flame-working glass over a torch flame. This hands-on workshop is an excellent opportunity to develop your glass sculpting skills while creating a stunning\, one-of-a-kind piece that captures the beauty of nature. \nUnder the expert guidance of a skilled glass artist\, you will learn the process of sculpting a brooch and work with a variety of colorful glass rods\, using the torch to melt and manipulate the material. \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials\, a charcuterie board\, and refreshments are included\, no skills required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-beetle-brooches/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T130000
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays with Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of Hans Op de Beeck and design your own miniature room! Inspired by the artist’s film Staging Silence (3) on view in the Galleries\, build and decorate your own small-scale room\, complete with walls\, furniture\, and decor – all crafted from art supplies. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \nFor preschool-aged children\, do not miss Art Start at 10:30 a.m. in the Amerine/Calhoun Glass Box\, where there will be a playful live reading of Mary had a Little Glam by Tammi Sauer. After story time\, young artists will use fashion plates to create their own miniature outfit designs and bring their stylish ideas to life. \n\nCreative Saturdays with Art Start is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nStaging Silence (3): Hans Op de Beeck is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-with-art-start-jul-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T140000
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SUMMARY:Raku and Glaze Workshop (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about the basics of Raku firing during this one-day workshop in AMFA’s Windgate Art School. \nTwo pieces of pottery will be provided for students to decorate\, glaze\, and fire. Experienced students can bring two hand-sized wheel thrown or handbuilt bisqueware to glaze and fire. The instructor will demonstrate proper safety\, glazing techniques\, and preparing materials. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nPottery by Kelly Edwards. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/raku-and-glaze-workshop-sold-out-jul-26/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T113000
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SUMMARY:Exhibition Tour of "Kwame Brathwaite: The 1970s"
DESCRIPTION:Explore Kwame Brathwaite: The 1970s with a docent-led exhibition tour! \nTake a guided look at several carefully selected works on view – including some never-before-seen images from the artist’s archive – and leave with a deeper understanding of Brathwaite’s photography practice and life as an activist. \n\nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/exhibition-tour-of-kwame-brathwaite-the-1970s-jul-26/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T150000
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SUMMARY:Art Together with ASL Interpretation
DESCRIPTION:For guests who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing\, drop in and discover the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts with a docent-led gallery tour accompanied by an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. \nThis fun\, engaging\, and memorable tour provides all guests the opportunity to explore the art on view while learning how to appreciate works of art. \n\nArt Together with ASL Interpretation is supported in part by Judy C Thompson Rev. Trust. \nPhoto: Iwan Baan \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-together-with-asl-interpretation-jul-27/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Tours
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