Week of Events
Art Start
Before AMFA's exhibition The Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability closes, we invite you to celebrate with this special story and art-making experience! Join us for a reading of Be a Tree!, a book that explores the beauty and importance of trees in our world. We will use natural materials to create artwork, reflecting on...
Wednesday Spins
Elevate your midweek mood at Wednesday Spins! Experience a night of art, music, drinks, and socializing over beautiful views of the Museum. Kick back with craft cocktails, enjoy music mixed by Mike Poe, pop into the galleries to explore the art on view, and strike a pose in the photo booth with your friends. AMFA...
Drop-in Drawing
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...
Oil Painting Workshop (SOLD OUT)
Learn about the basics of oil painting from a professional artist. Explore the techniques, materials, and tools that are needed to create a work of art with this traditional painting medium. Experience the luminous qualities of this medium while creating an art work that reflects your personal expression. This workshop is perfect for beginners and...
Hot Glass Sculpture Workshop (SOLD OUT)
Create a glass sculpture by melting and fusing glass rods over a hot torch flame. This workshop introduces you to the basics of flameworking, including how to safely operate a gas-fueled torch and shape solid glass rods. You will explore techniques for melting and forming glass while gaining a better understanding of heat control and...
Creative Saturdays with Art Start
Before AMFA’s exhibition The Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability closes, we invite you to create art inspired by the works on view! Using recycled cardboard, design an abstract collage that layers shapes, textures, and colors into one-of-a-kind composition. At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a...
Exhibition Tour: “The Long View”
Take a docent-led exhibition tour of The Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability: Works from the Bank of America Collection. Enjoy a guided look at several carefully selected works on view, gain a richer connection to the exhibition, and leave with a new understanding of the exhibition's themes and narratives. The Long View: From Conservation...
48 Hour Film Project: Movie Premiere and Award Ceremony
On July 27, 2025, nineteen Little Rock filmmaking teams submitted their results of a weekend packed with adrenaline, caffeine, and creativity. From dream to screen, each team created a film in only 48 hours. Now it's time to showcase their work! Support the local film community by getting your tickets for an exciting "Roaring Reels"...