Events

Learn about our country's landmarks, traditions, and symbols during a live reading of Good Night America by Adam Gamble. After story time, decorate a miniature flag in celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary and the artworks on view that honor this milestone. Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art...

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. An instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request. Students are encouraged...

Death of Kings traces the journey of an American soldier from enlistment and deployment to reintegration into society. Written by a military veteran from Arkansas, this poignant play explores the profound effects of war, trauma, and mental health, emphasizing how the art of storytelling can serve as a transformative tool for healing and resilience, both...

Celebrate America’s upcoming 250th anniversary by designing your own postcard! Take inspiration from the landscape depicted in Thomas Hart Benton's painting Clay County Farm to create an illustration of your everyday life, considering your community, local landscape, and cultural heritage. At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and...

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. Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Death of Kings traces the journey of an American soldier from enlistment and deployment to reintegration into society. Written by a military veteran from Arkansas, this poignant play explores the profound effects of war, trauma, and mental health, emphasizing how the art of storytelling can serve as a transformative tool for healing and resilience, both...

Inspired by Lori Larusso: Paradox of Plenty on view in the Robyn and John Horn Gallery, this Making Together invites you to connect your personal narratives in layers through collaging. Collaborate to create your story through mixed media, painting, drawing, and found imagery, and learn how to build a meaningful composition together. Making Together offers...

Death of Kings traces the journey of an American soldier from enlistment and deployment to reintegration into society. Written by a military veteran from Arkansas, this poignant play explores the profound effects of war, trauma, and mental health, emphasizing how the art of storytelling can serve as a transformative tool for healing and resilience, both...