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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DTSTART:20260905T150000Z
DTEND:20260905T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260817T004727Z
UID:10004503-1788602400-1788613200@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,family
DESCRIPTION:Transform book pages into a layered collage and word art piece
  using paint\, paper\, and other materials. Inspired by A Month of Sundays
 : Art and the Persistence of Time\, this project invites you to experiment
  with text\, texture\, and composition to make a one-of-a-kind artwork. \n
 At 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! \n\nThe Mid-South Coho
 rt\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibtion partnership formed by th
 e Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum
  of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery
 \, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges
  Cohort Program. \nThis exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of
  Fine Arts. \n \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Wi
 ndgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of
  George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is 
 supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically ap
 plied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T004727Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-sep-5/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Exhibition Tour: A Month of Sundays
DTSTART:20260905T190000Z
DTEND:20260905T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260815T004857Z
UID:10004523-1788616800-1788620400@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Take a docent-led tour of AMFA’s exhibition\, A Month of Sun
 days: Art and the Persistence of Time\, which explores the concept of time
  through modern and contemporary works of art. \nEnjoy a guided look at se
 veral carefully selected works on view\, gain a richer connection to the e
 xhibition\, and leave with a new understanding of the exhibition’s theme
 s. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibitio
 n partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboratio
 n with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, F
 isk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made p
 ossible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized b
 y the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nARTWORK: Mimi Smith (Brookline\, 
 Massachusetts\, 1942 – )\, December 14\, 1978\, The Eleven O’Clock New
 s (detail)\, 1979\, colored pencil and ink on black rag paper\, 30 x 40 in
 .\, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation Collection: Purchase\, Collect
 ors Group Fund. Photography by Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T004857Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/exhibition-tour-a-month-of-sundays-sep-5/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Art Start
DTSTART:20260909T153000Z
DTEND:20260909T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260817T004727Z
UID:10004486-1788949800-1788953400@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,family
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\
 , movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to expl
 ore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, a
 nd growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\
 , plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discove
 ry for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to
  experience the story From Head to Toe by Eric Carle\, an energetic stor
 y about movement. Then paint with Buddha boards inspired by the themes of 
 time\, change\, and repetition found in A Month of Sundays: Art and the Pe
 rsistence of Time. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institu
 tional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\,
  in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham M
 useum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of
  Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. \nThis exhibiti
 on is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nImage courtesy o
 f Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T004727Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sep-9/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:AMFA Art Market: Member Day
DTSTART:20260911T150000Z
DTEND:20260912T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T184608Z
UID:10004244-1789120800-1789156800@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,market
DESCRIPTION:Experience a vibrant marketplace showcasing works by contempor
 ary artists from across the country. Featuring jewelry\, paintings\, print
 s\, and more\, the AMFA Art Market offers a special opportunity to acquire
  unique artworks and build your art collection. \nThe Museum will be close
 d to the public all day\, allowing AMFA Members to mingle\, shop\, and dis
 cover new artists together. \nIn the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture
  Hall\, enjoy free lectures throughout the day: \n\n12:30–1:30 p.m. / 
 “The Art of Framing” with Cantrell Gallery\n2:30–3:30 p.m. / “Conv
 ersations with M2 Gallery Artists” Panel\n4:30–5:30 p.m. / “Appraisi
 ng and Insuring Your Art Collection” with Garbo Hearne of Hearne Fine Ar
 t\n\nFrom 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\, enjoy free coffee at the concessions b
 ar in the Atrium. Complimentary beer and wine will be served from 3:00 to 
 8:00 p.m. \nFor more information on this year’s featured artists\, view 
 the full artist list. \nNot an AMFA Member? Join today for access to this 
 event. \n\nThe AMFA Art Market is supported in part by the AMFA Foundation
  with media sponsor At Home in Arkansas. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
 .
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T184608Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/amfa-art-market-member-preview-2026/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:AMFA Art Market
DTSTART:20260912T150000Z
DTEND:20260912T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260825T004633Z
UID:10004245-1789207200-1789232400@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,market
DESCRIPTION:For one weekend only\, experience a vibrant marketplace showca
 sing works by contemporary artists from across the country. Featuring jewe
 lry\, paintings\, prints\, and more\, the AMFA Art Market offers a special
  opportunity to acquire unique artworks and build your art collection. \nE
 xplore over 30 booths across the Museum to discover new artists and purcha
 se their work. Plus\, do not miss shopping the emerging Arkansas artists m
 arketplace in AMFA’s Windgate Art School. \nIn the Governor Winthrop Roc
 kefeller Lecture Hall\, enjoy free lectures throughout the day: \n\n12:30
 –1:30 p.m. / “Storytelling Through Art” with author Maria Hoskins\n2
 :30–3:30 p.m. / “The Artist and Gallery Relationship” with Dolores J
 ustus Reuther of Justus Fine Art Gallery\n\nConcessions are available for 
 purchase in the Cultural Living Room\, or you are welcome to make a brunch
  reservation at Park Grill. \nFor more information on this year’s featur
 ed artists\, view the full artist list. \n\nThe AMFA Art Market is support
 ed in part by the AMFA Foundation with media sponsor At Home in Arkansas. 
 \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T004633Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-market-2026/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Gallery Tour
DTSTART:20260912T190000Z
DTEND:20260912T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260819T184534Z
UID:10004518-1789221600-1789225200@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Drop in and discover AMFA with a free docent-led tour through 
 the Galleries! \nWith this fun\, engaging\, and memorable experience\, gue
 sts of all ages are invited to explore the art on view while learning how 
 to interpret and appreciate works of art in various media. \n\nImage court
 esy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T184534Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/gallery-tour-sep-12/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:AMFA Art Market
DTSTART:20260913T160000Z
DTEND:20260913T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260825T004633Z
UID:10004247-1789297200-1789315200@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,market
DESCRIPTION:For one weekend only\, experience a vibrant marketplace showca
 sing works by contemporary artists from across the country. Featuring jewe
 lry\, paintings\, prints\, and more\, the AMFA Art Market offers a special
  opportunity to acquire unique artworks and build your art collection. \nE
 xplore over 30 booths across the Museum to discover new artists and purcha
 se their work. Plus\, do not miss shopping the emerging Arkansas artists m
 arketplace in AMFA’s Windgate Art School. \nIn the Governor Winthrop Roc
 kefeller Lecture Hall\, enjoy a free lecture entitled “What to Look for 
 When Purchasing Art” with Greg Thompson Fine Art from 12:30–1:30 p.m. 
 \nConcessions are available for purchase in the Cultural Living Room\, or 
 you are welcome to make a brunch reservation at Park Grill. \nFor more inf
 ormation on this year’s featured artists\, view the full artist list. \n
 \nThe AMFA Art Market is supported in part by the AMFA Foundation with med
 ia sponsor At Home in Arkansas. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T004633Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/amfa-art-market-2026-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Art Start
DTSTART:20260916T153000Z
DTEND:20260916T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260820T064543Z
UID:10004487-1789554600-1789558200@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,family
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\
 , movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to expl
 ore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, a
 nd growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\
 , plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discove
 ry for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to
  experience the story Menudo Sunday by María Dolores Águila\, a lively c
 elebration of family\, food\, and culture\, then explore a hands-on counti
 ng activity inspired by National Hispanic Heritage Month. \n\nImage courte
 sy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T064543Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sep-16-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drop-in Figure Drawing
DTSTART:20260916T230000Z
DTEND:20260917T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260820T184729Z
UID:10004555-1789581600-1789592400@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,education
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a three-hour drawing session set in an unt
 utored environment at the Windgate Art School. This dynamic experience wil
 l feature a variety of timed poses with draped and undraped models\, provi
 ding an excellent opportunity for first-time students and experienced arti
 sts alike to hone their skills. \nStudents must be 18+ to attend\, as the 
 session may use an undraped model. An 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 AM
 FA Museum Store. Recommended materials are graphite drawing pencils\, char
 coals\, and a kneaded eraser. Basic drawing materials will also be availab
 le. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Fo
 undation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George W
 orthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported
  by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all clas
 ses through 2026. \nPhoto: Iwan Baan.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T184729Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-figure-drawing-sep-16/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DTSTART:20260919T150000Z
DTEND:20260919T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260822T184700Z
UID:10004504-1789812000-1789822800@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,family
DESCRIPTION:Design a colorful paper collage inspired by the rich patterns 
 and traditions of Panamanian textiles in this hands-on artmaking experienc
 e. Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by combining shapes\, textures\, and vi
 brant colors into a unique composition. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests o
 f all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, fami
 ly-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no reg
 istration required! \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by
  the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in me
 mory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Prog
 ram is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatic
 ally applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Master
 s.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T184700Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-sep-19/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Ceramic Glazing Workshop
DTSTART:20260919T150000Z
DTEND:20260919T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260822T184700Z
UID:10004617-1789812000-1789826400@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:What IS a glaze? Learn about the basic structure and the funct
 ion that a glaze provides over a ceramic surface. \nThe discussions and de
 monstrations during this workshop will cover glaze application techniques\
 , problem-solving\, and making test tiles. Please bring your questions\, a
  notepad\, and a pen or pencil to the workshop. \nStudents can bring up to
  five pieces of personal bisqueware to glaze during this workshop. Bisquew
 are test tiles will be provided to students for learning and practicing gl
 azing. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate
  Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of Georg
 e Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is suppor
 ted by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all c
 lasses through 2026. \nArtwork by Fletcher Larkin.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T184700Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/ceramic-glazing-workshop/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spotlight Tour: Latinx Artists
DTSTART:20260919T190000Z
DTEND:20260919T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260823T004653Z
UID:10004535-1789826400-1789830000@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Discover the work and perspectives of Latinx artists with a fr
 ee\, docent-led tour through the AMFA Galleries. \nExplore selected works 
 that reflect diverse cultural experiences\, identities\, histories\, and a
 rtistic traditions\, and gain a deeper understanding of Latinx artists rep
 resented in the Museum’s permanent collection. \n\nImage courtesy of Jas
 on Masters
LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T004653Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/spotlight-tour-latinx-artists-sep-19/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Marie and Rosetta
DTSTART:20260919T190000Z
DTEND:20260919T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260823T004653Z
UID:10004479-1789826400-1789831800@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:music,theater
DESCRIPTION:Discover the extraordinary story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe thro
 ugh this acclaimed play celebrating one of the most influential artists in
  American music history. \nBlending music and drama\, Marie and Rosetta ex
 plores a pivotal chapter in Tharpe’s career while illuminating her groun
 dbreaking contributions to gospel\, rock and roll\, and popular music. \nB
 oth intimate and inspiring\, the production embodies the themes of redisco
 very\, reverence\, and recognition for artists whose influence transformed
  American culture. \nRunning Time: 90 minutes\nRecommended Age: 13 and up 
 \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals
  on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and 
 Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, J
 r.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre and
  Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation 
 and The McMath Family.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T004653Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/marie-and-rosetta-1/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
DTSTART:20260920T180000Z
DTEND:20260920T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260824T004719Z
UID:10004536-1789909200-1789920000@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION: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. \
 nHamid will guide you through techniques that allow music to shape your ar
 tistic expression. A live musician will provide an immersive soundtrack th
 at enhances the creative atmosphere. \nParticipants are encouraged to brin
 g tempera paint\, brushes\, and a painting surface (mixed media paper\, ca
 nvas\, or board). In addition to your own materials\, you will have access
  to tempera paint and a handmade calligraphy brush to use during the sessi
 on. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Fo
 undation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George W
 orthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported
  by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all clas
 ses through 2026. \nArtwork by Hamid Ebrahimifar.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T004719Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-expressive-painting-with-music-sep-20
 /
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Marie and Rosetta
DTSTART:20260920T190000Z
DTEND:20260920T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T184711Z
UID:10004481-1789912800-1789918200@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:music,theater
DESCRIPTION:Discover the extraordinary story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe thro
 ugh this acclaimed play celebrating one of the most influential artists in
  American music history. \nBlending music and drama\, Marie and Rosetta ex
 plores a pivotal chapter in Tharpe’s career while illuminating her groun
 dbreaking contributions to gospel\, rock and roll\, and popular music. \nB
 oth intimate and inspiring\, the production embodies the themes of redisco
 very\, reverence\, and recognition for artists whose influence transformed
  American culture. \nRunning Time: 90 minutes\nRecommended Age: 13 and up 
 \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals
  on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and 
 Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, J
 r.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre and
  Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation 
 and The McMath Family.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T184711Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/marie-and-rosetta-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Art Start
DTSTART:20260923T153000Z
DTEND:20260923T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T004621Z
UID:10004488-1790159400-1790163000@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,family
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\
 , movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to expl
 ore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, a
 nd growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\
 , plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discove
 ry for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to
  experience the story Menudo Sunday by María Dolores Águila\, a lively c
 elebration of family\, food\, and culture\, then explore a hands-on counti
 ng activity inspired by National Hispanic Heritage Month. \n\nImage courte
 sy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T004621Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sep-23/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Staged Reading: Remus – A Tragedy
DTSTART:20260923T230000Z
DTEND:20260924T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T184608Z
UID:10004650-1790186400-1790191800@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:theater
DESCRIPTION:Engage in the creative development of a new play as Broadway s
 tar and director of Marie and Rosetta Fergie Philippe presents a theatrica
 l reading of his original work\, Remus — A Tragedy. \nThe play centers a
 round the inspiring story of James Baskett\, star of Disney’s Song of th
 e South\, singer of the beloved hit Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah\, and the first Blac
 k man honored with an Academy Award. Learn more about his trailblazing car
 eer and examine the realities of segregation that often limited opportunit
 ies and recognition\, even for artists of exceptional achievement. \nBe am
 ong the first to experience this new piece and participate in a discussion
  with Philippe following the reading\, offering a unique opportunity to ex
 plore and help shape the work through conversation and feedback. \nThis ev
 ent is recommended for ages 13 and up. \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented 
 by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. 
 www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and Rosetta is supported in part by Car
 dinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, Jr.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell 
 Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are suppo
 rted in part by The Shubert Foundation and The McMath Family.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T184608Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/staged-reading-remus-a-tragedy/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drop-in Figure Drawing
DTSTART:20260923T230000Z
DTEND:20260924T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T064603Z
UID:10004556-1790186400-1790197200@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,education
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a three-hour drawing session set in an unt
 utored environment at the Windgate Art School. This dynamic experience wil
 l feature a variety of timed poses with draped and undraped models\, provi
 ding an excellent opportunity for first-time students and experienced arti
 sts alike to hone their skills. \nStudents must be 18+ to attend\, as the 
 session may use an undraped model. An 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 AM
 FA Museum Store. Recommended materials are graphite drawing pencils\, char
 coals\, and a kneaded eraser. Basic drawing materials will also be availab
 le. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Fo
 undation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George W
 orthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported
  by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all clas
 ses through 2026. \nPhoto: Iwan Baan.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T064603Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-figure-drawing-sep-23/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dementia Man - An Existential Journey
DTSTART:20260925T003000Z
DTEND:20260925T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260828T064801Z
UID:10004672-1790278200-1790281800@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:theater
DESCRIPTION:The ACANSA Arts Festival of the South in partnership with AMFA
  presents Dementia Man – An Existential Journey\, a one-man show written
  and performed by Samuel A. Simon. \nAfter decades as a tireless advocate 
 for justice and social change\, Samuel A. Simon faces the most personal fi
 ght of his life: the slow\, undeniable progression of cognitive decline. W
 hen the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease comes\, he refuses to fade quie
 tly. \nDementia Man – An Existential Journey is an award-winning autob
 iographical story that peeks into the head and heart of the struggle with 
 a broken medical system and a personal and family challenge. Is it possibl
 e to believe in a meaningful future with a neurocognitive disease?
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T064801Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dementia-man-an-existential-journey/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Art For Two: Pottery on the Wheel (SOLD OUT)
DTSTART:20260925T230000Z
DTEND:20260926T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T064434Z
UID:10004568-1790359200-1790370000@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Explore the fundamental steps of wheel throwing in this fun\, 
 hands-on workshop. Guided by an expert ceramic artist\, learn essential te
 chniques including centering\, pulling\, and forming clay\, while finishin
 g your own functional\, one-of-a-kind ceramic piece. \nYour creations will
  be fired and ready for pick up approximately four weeks after the class. 
 \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you 
 each take home a finished piece. Class materials are included and no skill
 s are required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artis
 tic spark to your evening. \nPresent your Art For Two registration confirm
 ation email at Park Grill to receive a complimentary appetizer\, valid for
  one year from the date of your workshop. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is g
 enerously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support fro
 m Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’
 s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuitio
 n is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T064434Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-pottery-on-the-wheel-sep-25/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Art for Two: Phone Photography
DTSTART:20260925T230000Z
DTEND:20260926T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T184921Z
UID:10004577-1790359200-1790370000@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,education
DESCRIPTION:Travel to the AMFA Galleries with professional photographer Ma
 rgo Duvall and artistically explore art on display with your camera phone.
  Following Museum guidelines\, participants will take photographs while le
 arning about composition\, color balance\, and how to use the viewfinder. 
 \nBring your camera phone and experience the art on display through the le
 ns of a camera! \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience fo
 r two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials are inclu
 ded and no skills are required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, an
 d add some artistic spark to your evening. \nPresent your Art For Two regi
 stration receipt at Park Grill to receive a complimentary appetizer\, vali
 d for one year from the date of your workshop. \n\nThe Windgate Art School
  is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional suppor
 t from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art Scho
 ol’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced t
 uition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026. \nPhoto by Sa
 ra Reeves.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T184921Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-phone-photography-sep-25/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Marie and Rosetta
DTSTART:20260926T000000Z
DTEND:20260926T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T184921Z
UID:10004482-1790362800-1790368200@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:music,theater
DESCRIPTION:Discover the extraordinary story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe thro
 ugh this acclaimed play celebrating one of the most influential artists in
  American music history. \nBlending music and drama\, Marie and Rosetta ex
 plores a pivotal chapter in Tharpe’s career while illuminating her groun
 dbreaking contributions to gospel\, rock and roll\, and popular music. \nB
 oth intimate and inspiring\, the production embodies the themes of redisco
 very\, reverence\, and recognition for artists whose influence transformed
  American culture. \nRunning Time: 90 minutes\nRecommended Age: 13 and up 
 \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals
  on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and 
 Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, J
 r.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre and
  Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation 
 and The McMath Family.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T184921Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/marie-and-rosetta-3/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Fest: Made by Hand
DTSTART:20260926T150000Z
DTEND:20260926T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T004509Z
UID:10004633-1790416800-1790427600@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts,family,music
DESCRIPTION:Let your imagination lead the way and spend the day at AMFA en
 joying free activities inspired by the art on view in Material Nature: Gif
 ts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection. \nExplore the possibilities of
  your creativity across the Museum: \n\nAtrium / Watch exciting demonstrat
 ions of wood carving\, loom weaving\, quilting\, and more.\nCultural Livin
 g Room / Dance along to music performed by the Episcopal Collegiate Steel 
 Band.\nWindgate Art School / Make glass mosaics\, play with clay\, emboss 
 metal\, and more\, then enjoy lawn games on the Art Lawn.\n\nThis event is
  recommended for guests aged four and up. \n\nMaterial Nature: Gifts from 
 the John and Robyn Horn Collection is supported in part by the Alan DuBoi
 s Fund for Contemporary Craft and Cindy and Greg Feltus. \nThis exhibition
  is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and is part of Handwork
 : Celebrating American Craft 2026\, presented by Craft in America. \n \nT
 he Windgate Art School is generously supported in part by the Windgate Fou
 ndation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Wo
 rthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported 
 in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on a
 ll classes through 2026. \nThe Art Lawn at Windgate Art School is supporte
 d in part by the Judith Faust Estate and the Roy and Christine Sturgis Cha
 ritable and Educational Trust. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T004509Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/family-fest-made-by-hand/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Audition Master Class with Fergie Philippe
DTSTART:20260926T153000Z
DTEND:20260926T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260831T004415Z
UID:10004630-1790418600-1790424000@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen your audition skills alongside seasoned Broadway pe
 rformer and Marie and Rosetta director Fergie Philippe in this immersive w
 orkshop. \nStudents will receive individualized coaching while exploring a
 udition techniques\, storytelling\, character development\, professional p
 resentation\, and artistic confidence. \nThis workshop is recommended for 
 teens and adults. Participants should bring a prepared audition monologue.
  \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatrical
 s on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and
  Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, 
 Jr.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre an
 d Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation
  and The McMath Family.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T004415Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/audition-master-class-with-fergie-philippe/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Exhibition Tour: Material Nature
DTSTART:20260926T190000Z
DTEND:20260926T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260831T004415Z
UID:10004524-1790431200-1790434800@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Take a docent-led tour of AMFA’s exhibition\, Material Natur
 e: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection\, which explores how arti
 sts use innovative approaches to traditional materials. \nEnjoy a guided l
 ook at the works on view and leave with a new understanding of the exhibit
 ion’s themes. \n\nMaterial Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Co
 llection is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Cr
 aft and Cindy and Greg Feltus. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkan
 sas Museum of Fine Arts and is part of Handwork: Celebrating American Cra
 ft 2026\, presented by Craft in America. \n \nARTWORK: David Nash (Esher\
 , England\, 1945 – )\, Crack & Warp Column (detail)\, 2003\, chainsaw ca
 rved white oak\, 33 1/4 x 11 1/4 x 11 1/4 in.\, Arkansas Museum of Fine Ar
 ts Foundation Collection: Purchased with a gift from John and Robyn Horn. 
 Photography by Edward C. Robison III. 2004.005.001.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T004415Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/exhibition-tour-material-nature-sep-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Marie and Rosetta
DTSTART:20260926T190000Z
DTEND:20260926T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T184401Z
UID:10004483-1790431200-1790436600@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:music,theater
DESCRIPTION:Discover the extraordinary story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe thro
 ugh this acclaimed play celebrating one of the most influential artists in
  American music history. \nBlending music and drama\, Marie and Rosetta ex
 plores a pivotal chapter in Tharpe’s career while illuminating her groun
 dbreaking contributions to gospel\, rock and roll\, and popular music. \nB
 oth intimate and inspiring\, the production embodies the themes of redisco
 very\, reverence\, and recognition for artists whose influence transformed
  American culture. \nRunning Time: 90 minutes\nRecommended Age: 13 and up 
 \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals
  on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and 
 Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, J
 r.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre and
  Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation 
 and The McMath Family.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T184401Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/marie-and-rosetta-4/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
DTSTART:20260927T180000Z
DTEND:20260927T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T004404Z
UID:10004537-1790514000-1790524800@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION: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. \
 nHamid will guide you through techniques that allow music to shape your ar
 tistic expression. A live musician will provide an immersive soundtrack th
 at enhances the creative atmosphere. \nParticipants are encouraged to brin
 g tempera paint\, brushes\, and a painting surface (mixed media paper\, ca
 nvas\, or board). In addition to your own materials\, you will have access
  to tempera paint and a handmade calligraphy brush to use during the sessi
 on. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Fo
 undation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George W
 orthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported
  by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all clas
 ses through 2026. \nArtwork by Hamid Ebrahimifar.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T004404Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-expressive-painting-with-music-sep-27
 /
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Marie and Rosetta
DTSTART:20260927T190000Z
DTEND:20260927T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T004509Z
UID:10004484-1790517600-1790523000@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:music,theater
DESCRIPTION:Discover the extraordinary story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe thro
 ugh this acclaimed play celebrating one of the most influential artists in
  American music history. \nBlending music and drama\, Marie and Rosetta ex
 plores a pivotal chapter in Tharpe’s career while illuminating her groun
 dbreaking contributions to gospel\, rock and roll\, and popular music. \nB
 oth intimate and inspiring\, the production embodies the themes of redisco
 very\, reverence\, and recognition for artists whose influence transformed
  American culture. \nRunning Time: 90 minutes\nRecommended Age: 13 and up 
 \nStay after the show to celebrate this incredible production’s cast and
  crew during a complimentary champagne toast in the Atrium! (Must be 21+) 
 \n\nMarie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals
  on behalf of Samuel French\, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com \nMarie and 
 Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling\, Virgil L. Miller\, J
 r.\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. \nChildren’s Theatre and
  Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation 
 and The McMath Family.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T004509Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/marie-and-rosetta-5/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Collage Workshop
DTSTART:20260927T190000Z
DTEND:20260927T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T064448Z
UID:10004606-1790517600-1790528400@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Unleash your creativity with collage in this workshop under th
 e guidance of a renowned mixed media artist! \nCreate exciting artwork by 
 layering materials\, collaging papers\, and applying adhesives. Explore bo
 ld compositions\, colors\, textures\, and shapes as you bring your artisti
 c vision to life. \nPlease bring photos from your home collection to creat
 e a personalized collage. Photos of family members\, friends\, or landscap
 es will be great to inspire making into the world of collage-making! \n\nT
 he Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation 
 with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \
 nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Micha
 el Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes throu
 gh 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T064448Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/collage-workshop-sep-27/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Art Start
DTSTART:20260930T153000Z
DTEND:20260930T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T064401Z
UID:10004489-1790764200-1790767800@arkmfa.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\
 , movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to expl
 ore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, a
 nd growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\
 , plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discove
 ry for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to
  experience the story Many Shapes of Clay: A Story of Healing by Kenesha S
 need\, a thoughtful story about creativity and healing\, then create an ai
 r-dry clay bowl inspired by the natural forms and textures in the exhibiti
 on Material Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection. \n\nMat
 erial Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection is supported 
 in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft and Cindy and Greg 
 Feltus. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
  and is part of Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026\, presented by
  Craft in America. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T064401Z
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-sep-30/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
X-SOURCE-URL:https://arkmfa.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR