7 events found.
Week of Events
Monday, May 18, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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May 20, 2026 -Art Start
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May 20, 2026 -Drop-in Metalsmithing
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May 20, 2026 -Drop-in Figure Drawing
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May 20, 2026 -Drop-in Printmaking
Art Start
Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art, music, movement, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity, imagination, and growth. Each session features a story, song, and art-making activity, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers...
Drop-in Metalsmithing
Drop into the Metals Studio for a three-hour session to work on your class projects or individually driven artworks. One of our expert metals artists will be monitoring the studio to offer advice and direction towards completing your artwork. Each three-hour session provides an opportunity to develop and refine your skills in an independently focused...
Drop-in Figure 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...
Drop-in Printmaking
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...
Thursday, May 21, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, May 22, 2026
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May 22, 2026 -Fridays on the Lawn
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May 22, 2026 -Member Mingle: Fridays on the Lawn
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May 22, 2026 -Art for Two: Glass Flowers (SOLD OUT)
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May 22, 2026 -Art for Two: Reclaimed Silver Charms
Fridays on the Lawn
Kick off your weekend with sunshine, lawn games, cold drinks, and endless fun for everyone. Get competitive over games like baggo or bocce ball, sketch your surroundings at a drawing easel, and pick up a refreshing snow cone – both boozy and non-alcoholic versions are available. As a special surprise for our youngest adventurers, AMFA’s...
Member Mingle: Fridays on the Lawn
Spend an evening at the Museum enjoying the summer sunshine over lawn games, art-making activities, and more! AMFA Members receive a complimentary snack and drink, with additional refreshments available for purchase. Wrap up your night with a dinner reservation at Park Grill to unwind over great food and beautiful views of the grounds. Members enjoy...
Art for Two: Glass Flowers (SOLD OUT)
Create eye-catching floral and botanical glass artwork using a hot torch and flame. Under the guidance of an expert glass artist, you will learn the fundamental techniques for sculpting flowers, leaves, and other vibrant botanical features with colorful glass rods. This Art For Two is open to both beginners and those with some glass experience, offering...
Art for Two: Reclaimed Silver Charms
Transform silver scrap metal like broken chains and earrings into a new gleaming charm! Learn to melt, shape, and add texture to your piece using hammers and stamps. Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials and refreshments are included, no skills...
Saturday, May 23, 2026
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May 23, 2026 -Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists
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May 23, 2026 -Nevelson-Inspired Sculpture Workshop
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May 23, 2026 -Gallery Tour
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May 23, 2026 -Young Arkansas Artists Awards Ceremony
Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists
Celebrate the creativity and achievement of student artists from across Arkansas. As the state’s longest-running art competition for grades K–12, Young Arkansas Artists spotlights imagination, skill, and self-expression each year. The exhibition offers these students the special opportunity to see their work showcased in the Museum. To help celebrate their achievement, AMFA invites guests of...
Nevelson-Inspired Sculpture Workshop
Create a unique, free-standing clay sculpture inspired by the work of Louise Nevelson. Students will view and reference artwork to gather ideas for incorporating shapes and form into a sculptural design. Using a special black clay for this project, ceramic artist India Childress will lead you through manipulating the clay with slabs to achieve an...
Gallery Tour
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. Gallery Tours are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler....
Young Arkansas Artists Awards Ceremony
Educators, students, and their families are invited to attend this celebration of student artist and art educator honorees for the 65th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition. As the oldest and only statewide art competition for young artists in grades K-12, Young Arkansas Artists is an essential program that emphasizes the importance of art in education and represents...
Sunday, May 24, 2026
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May 24, 2026 -Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
Create expressive paintings inspired by the energy and emotion of music! Working with Little Rock artist, Hamid Ebrahimifar, practice improvisational painting that mirrors the spontaneity and flow of sound. Hamid will guide you through techniques that allow music to shape your artistic expression. A live musician will provide an immersive soundtrack that enhances the creative atmosphere....