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# Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg

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## Pages

- [MFA Home](https://mfastpete.org/) - Art Unbound: The Future of the MFA, St. Petersburg The MFA is opening our doors wider than ever before. We're transforming our entire campus, galleries, and gathering spaces into a dynamic cultural hub that invites curiosity and sparks meaningful conversation. Art Unbound reflects our belief that art is an essential human experience for all. We can't
- [MFA in the News](https://mfastpete.org/about/mfa-in-the-news/) - The MFA in the News We are honored to have features in local, regional, and national media outlets. Explore these recent articles, blogs, and posts featuring the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg: Innovation Meets Heritage in West African Contemporary Artists' Masquerade Ensembles Colossal Across West Africa, Indigenous communities mark holidays, rites, and sacred events
- [Careers](https://mfastpete.org/about/careers/) - CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE MFA Want to work alongside Monet, Morisot, O'Keeffe, Wiley, and more? Located on the beautiful waterfront in downtown St. Petersburg, the MFA is home to thousands of objects spanning the spectrum of time and culture. From antiquities to contemporary art and so much in between, there is something for everyone to
- [Press](https://mfastpete.org/about/press/) - MFA IN THE NEWS Read the latest features and articles highlighting the Museum of Fine Arts. St. Petersburg from local, national, and international publications. For press inquiries, contact Carrie Olin Elliott, Director of Marketing & Communications, at celliott@mfastpete.org or 727.896.2667 ext. 234. Explore MFA in the News MFA PRESS RELEASES July 28, 2026: Museum of
- [Staff](https://mfastpete.org/about/staff/) - MFA STAFF The MFA's dedicated staff brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and passion to their roles, ensuring a welcoming and enriching experience for all visitors. From curators and educators to guest services and behind-the-scenes support, our team is committed to sharing the transformative power of art with the community. Please note that we do
- [MFA Destinations](https://mfastpete.org/destinations/) - MFA Destinations Travel far beyond the standard museum tour. MFA Destinations is an invitation-only travel program offering rare, high-access journeys to the world's most vital cultural hubs. Designed for our VISIONARIES and most dedicated patrons, these intimate trips step behind the scenes of the most influential art fairs, historic institutions, and private spaces in the
- [Visionaries](https://mfastpete.org/join/visionaries/) - Deepen Your Engagement with the Arts The VISIONARIES program at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg provides exclusive opportunities to deepen engagement with the Museum's mission and vision. This membership program, starting at $2,500, allows patrons to provide critical support to the Museum while enjoying unique ways to engage with art, artists, and luminaries from the
- [Board of Trustees](https://mfastpete.org/about/board/) - MFA BOARD OF TRUSTEES JULY 2025-JUNE 2026 The MFA's Board of Trustees provides strategic leadership and guidance to support the Museum's mission. Comprised of dedicated community leaders and passionate advocates for the arts, the Board is committed to ensuring the Museum's sustainability and growth, fostering its impact on the community for generations to come. Executive
- [New York City 2026 Reservation Request](https://mfastpete.org/nyc26-reservation-request/) - MFA Destinations New York City 2026: An Art Season Immersion | September 23 to 27, 2026 A very limited number of spots remain! Thank you for your interest in the MFA Destinations 2026 New York City trip. Hosted by our leadership team, this program is designed to provide an intimate group of patrons with unparalleled access
- [New York City 2026: An Art Season Immersion](https://mfastpete.org/destinations/nyc26/) - MFA Destinations New York City 2026: An Art Season Immersion | September 23 to 27, 2026 The Experience New York City transforms into the epicenter of the global art world every September. For this MFA Destination, we have curated a rare, high-access journey that reaches far beyond the standard museum tour. Our program officially commences
- [Language Tour Series](https://mfastpete.org/visit/group-tours/foreign-language-tours/) - Starting August 2025 join us every third Sunday at 2 PM for the MFA's new Language Tour Series! Each month, a docent will guide you through the collection in a language other than English-offering a fresh, cultural lens on our galleries. Whether you're fluent, learning, or just curious, these tours are a fun and meaningful
- [MFA Teen Arts Council](https://mfastpete.org/programs/mfa-teen-arts-council/) - The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg (MFA) is accepting applications from high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors (during the 2026-2027 school year) for the MFA Teen Arts Council (MFA TAC). Members will help fulfill the museum's mission to engage, educate, and excite diverse communities. Through mentorship, ambassadorship, and advocacy, teen members will collaborate with
- [Membership](https://mfastpete.org/join/membership/) - Get Closer to the Art You Love. Join today online, in person, or by phone at 727-896-2667 ext. 222. MFA General Membership: CORE Benefits All CORE Benefits are included in all membership levels. Complimentary museum admission for an entire year Invitations to special exhibition previews and events Free or discounted admission for programs and events
- [Reciprocal Program](https://mfastpete.org/join/reciprocal-program/) - As an MFA Member, you receive access to exclusive perks like free admission to select museums and attractions. To take advantage of this reciprocal offer: The MFA and partnering museums extend free admission to each other's active members during a scheduled time period. MFA Members and partnering museum members must present a current membership card and matching
- [Hours and Admission](https://mfastpete.org/visit/hours-and-admission/) - PARKING Paid self-parking is available for MFA members and visitors in the south lot and along Bayshore Drive, based on space availability. Payment can be made via the Parkmobile app or a kiosk. Additional parking garages and surface lots are within walking distance. Visitors may enter the museum through either the Bayshore Drive or Beach Drive
- [Upcoming Exhibitions](https://mfastpete.org/art/exhibitions/upcoming/) - See what exhibitions are currently on view at the MFA! CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
- [The MFA Gala](https://mfastpete.org/give/mfa-gala-2027/) - Become a Founding Sponsor of The MFA Gala. A Landmark Evening. A Transformative Opportunity. On Friday, March 5, 2027, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg will host its inaugural Gala-an extraordinary evening marking the beginning of a bold new chapter for one of Tampa Bay's most beloved cultural institutions. This will be more than
- [Art Unbound](https://mfastpete.org/about/art-unbound/) - Art Unbound The Future of MFA, St. Petersburg Building on the legacy of founder Margaret Acheson Stuart, who conceived of the MFA as a world-class "place for the people," Art Unbound marks a profound, multi-phase evolution of the museum, including its permanent collection, indoor galleries and transitional spaces, and outdoor campus. The initiative introduces a
- [Current Exhibitions](https://mfastpete.org/art/exhibitions/on-view/) - See what exhibitions are coming soon to the MFA! UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS
- [MFA Destinations: Milan & Venice Trip](https://mfastpete.org/mv26/) - MFA, St. Petersburg: An Exclusive Patron Journey Milan & Venice | May 10-17, 2026 Experience the absolute pinnacle of the international art world. Join Executive Director Klaudio Rodriguez, Hazel and William Hough Chief Curator Dr. Stanton Thomas, and Deputy Director Darcy Schuller for an immersive journey centered on the 2026 Venice Biennale-the most significant event
- [Art](https://mfastpete.org/art/) - Explore the MFA Collection and Special Exhibitions Experience the rich and diverse world of art at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. Our permanent collection spans thousands of years, featuring works from ancient civilizations to modern masterpieces, while our special exhibitions offer fresh perspectives and rotating displays of world-class art. Whether you're captivated by
- [Tampa Bay School Supply Drive 2026](https://mfastpete.org/give/school-supply-drive/) - The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is proud to support the Tampa Bay School Supply Drive, a vital initiative led by the Hillsborough and Pinellas Education Foundations. Every year, this regional effort helps ensure that students in need have access to essential school supplies-giving them the tools and confidence to start the school year
- [Donate Now](https://mfastpete.org/donate-now/) - Exhibitions and programs are funded through the generosity of MFA annual membership dues, charitable contributions, and sponsors. The Museum of Fine Arts, St Petersburg (MFA) is a cultural arts organization located along the downtown waterfront in St. Petersburg, FL. Our comprehensive collection, exhibitions, and public programs celebrate art and engage the diverse cultures and communities
- [MFA Fund](https://mfastpete.org/give/mfa-fund/) - Support the MFA Fund Support art conservation, world-class exhibitions, and innovative programming in St. Petersburg with a donation to the Museum of Fine Arts today! Where can you explore so many captivating stories in one place? From ancient mosaics and European still lifes to ceremonial shrines to contemporary sculptures, every work of art at the
- [Volunteer](https://mfastpete.org/join/volunteer/) - BECOME AN MFA VOLUNTEER Become a vital part of the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, by joining our dedicated team of volunteers and docents. As a volunteer, you'll support the museum's mission by assisting our visitor services team, helping at special events, and facilitating educational and family programs. To inquire about available volunteer opportunities, please contact us. MFA MEMBERS GET MORE!
- [Babs Reingold Press Preview](https://mfastpete.org/babs-reingold-press-preview/) - Babs Reingold: After Venus Press Preview Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30 AM Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg 255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
- [Ways to Give](https://mfastpete.org/give/ways-to-give/) - You Can Make a Difference Your generosity empowers the MFA to share the transformative power of art, creating connections, sparking curiosity, and enriching lives. We deeply appreciate our members and donors for supporting our exhibitions, collections, public programs, and outreach efforts-helping to connect our community through the arts. There are many ways you can make
- [Give](https://mfastpete.org/give/) - Support the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg It all began with one visionary woman, Margaret Acheson Stuart, who founded the first art museum in St. Petersburg. Yet, her dream became a reality through the help and support of many who believed in the transformative power of art. Today, the Museum of Fine Arts stands
- [Exhibitions](https://mfastpete.org/art/exhibitions/) - Explore our special exhibitions at the MFA, featuring diverse works from around the world that bring fresh perspectives and inspire new conversations. Each exhibition offers a unique opportunity to experience art in a whole new way.
- [AIB 2026 Press Preview](https://mfastpete.org/aib-2026-press-preview/)
- [Art in Bloom 2026](https://mfastpete.org/programs/art-in-bloom-2026/) - From Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection. This annual tradition brings together a diverse array of floral designs created by a mix of seasoned professionals, talented hobbyists, and esteemed members of The Margaret Acheson Stuart Society.
- [Magic Grasshopper Opening & Ribbon-Cutting](https://mfastpete.org/magic-grasshopper-opening-ribbon-cutting/)
- [Spring Break Teen Workshops](https://mfastpete.org/programs/spring-break-teen-workshops/) - The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is excited to host its first-ever Spring Break Teen Workshops! Teens ages 13-17 are invited to spend Spring Break immersed in creativity, learning, and hands-on artmaking inspired by the museum's collection. Workshops run daily from 9:00 AM-3:45 PM, and space is limited. Pre-registration is required to prepare for
- [Summer Camps at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/programs/summer-camps-at-the-mfa/) - Summer Camps at the MFA! Join us this summer as we explore the world through art! Every day at the MFA is filled with time exploring the galleries, learning with MFA staff and other local experts, creating art, playing games, and making new friends and memories. Each of our week-long art camps runs Monday through
- [Group Visits & Tours](https://mfastpete.org/visit/group-tours/) - Plan Your Group Visit or Tour Bring your group to the museum for an enriching and memorable experience! Whether you're organizing a school field trip, a corporate outing, or a social club visit, our group tours provide a fantastic opportunity to explore our collections and exhibitions together. Group Visits & Tours Inquiry Form GROUP VISITS &
- [Group Visits & Tours Inquiry Form](https://mfastpete.org/visit/group-tours-form/) - GROUP VISITS & TOURS INQUIRY FORM If you are interested in a Group Visit or Tour, please complete the inquiry form below and someone from our Museum Experience Team will be in touch. Please note that tours are subject to availability and are not confirmed until you have received communication verifying your date and time
- [Tips for Visiting the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/visit/tips-for-visiting/) - HELPFUL TIPS FOR PLANNING YOUR VISIT TO THE MFA Welcome to the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. As you plan your visit, please keep in mind that we all share a responsibility in creating a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. Take a moment to review the guidelines below to ensure a smooth and
- [Visit](https://mfastpete.org/visit/) - PLAN YOUR VISIT The MFA has a global collection of art from around the globe and across the centuries, with almost 5,000 years of civilization represented in thousands of objects from antiquity to the present. The collection includes works by Georgia O'Keeffe, Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, Auguste Rodin, Kehinde Wiley, Jacob Lawrence, and many others,
- [Young Patrons Collective](https://mfastpete.org/join/youngpatronscollective/) - Young Patrons Collective Join the YPC. The MFA's Young Patrons Collective is our premier membership for the next generation of arts leaders. This dynamic group of creatives, philanthropists and collectors is dedicated to engaging with art and culture in Tampa Bay and beyond. Through exclusive events, behind-the-scenes access with curators, and unique networking opportunities, members
- [MFA Destinations: Milan & Venice 2026 Reservation Request](https://mfastpete.org/mv26-reservation-request/) - MFA Destinations Trip | Milan & Venice 2026 Reservation Request Form Thank you for your interest in the MFA St. Petersburg's 2026 journey to Milan and Venice. Hosted by our leadership team, this program is designed to provide an intimate group of patrons with unprecedented access to the world's most significant art venues and the
- [Teen Programs](https://mfastpete.org/programs/teen-programs/) - Discover Your Creative Side with MFA Teen Programs Explore a world of art and inspiration designed just for teens! The MFA's teen programs offer exclusive access to hands-on workshops, interactive gallery experiences, and creative events that encourage self-expression and exploration. Upcoming Programs & Events MFA Teen Arts Council The MFA Teen Arts Council (TAC) is
- [Youth and Family Programs](https://mfastpete.org/programs/youth-programs/) - The MFA's youth and family programs provide creative, hands-on experiences that engage participants in the artistic process, inspiring curiosity and fostering a lifelong love of art for individuals of all ages.
- [Adult Programs](https://mfastpete.org/programs/all-programs/) - Engaging Adult Programs at the MFA At the MFA, we offer a diverse array of adult programs designed to foster learning, connection, and appreciation for art and culture. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a lifelong learner, or simply looking to connect with like-minded individuals, our programs provide enriching experiences that cater to a variety of
- [Member Programs](https://mfastpete.org/programs/member-programs/) - The MFA's member programs offer exclusive opportunities for engagement, featuring special events, behind-the-scenes tours, and activities that foster a deeper connection to art and the Museum community.
- [Sponsorship Opportunities](https://mfastpete.org/give/sponsorships/) - Partner with the MFA: Illuminate Art, Inspire Audiences. The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) offers unique and impactful sponsorship opportunities for businesses and individuals who share our passion for art and culture. By partnering with the MFA, you'll gain unparalleled visibility, connect with a diverse and engaged audience, and play a vital role in enriching
- [Teen Poetry Fellowship & Workshop at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/programs/teen-poetry-fellowship-2026/) - The Teen Poetry Fellowship at the MFA is a unique opportunity for high school students in grades 9-12 to explore the connection between visual art and the written word. Inspired by our global collection spanning nearly 5,000 years of human creativity, the program invites 15 students to participate in a four-week paid poetry fellowship and
- [Past Exhibitions](https://mfastpete.org/art/exhibitions/past/) - SEE A SELECTION OF PAST EXHIBITIONS AT THE MFA
- [Free Digital Guide](https://mfastpete.org/freedigitalguide/) - THE FREE MFA MOBILE GUIDE ON BLOOMBERG CONNECTS We're thrilled to announce the launch of the MFA St. Pete's digital guide on the Bloomberg Connects app! Whether you're visiting in person or exploring from home, our new digital guide brings the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, to your fingertips-for free. What is Bloomberg Connects?
- [MFA Affinity Groups](https://mfastpete.org/join/affinity-groups/) - Find Your Community at the MFA At the MFA, we believe art is best experienced together, which is why our affinity groups are designed to bring you closer to the works you love and the people who share your curiosity. Whether you are a high school student finding your voice in the Teen Arts Council,
- [Collectors Circle](https://mfastpete.org/join/collectors-circle/) - MFA COLLECTORS CIRCLE LEADERSHIP IN ART, LEGACY IN ACTION A CURATED COMMUNITY OF PHILANTHROPIC LEADERS The Collectors Circle is a focused philanthropic pathway within the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg's leadership community, designed for art enthusiasts and collectors seeking a deeper, more meaningful connection to the Museum and its permanent collection. United by a
- [Join](https://mfastpete.org/join/) - Get Involved with the MFA - Become a Member, Volunteer, or Docent today! There are many ways to get involved with the MFA! Whether you choose to become a member, join one of our philanthropic giving circles, or volunteer your time and talents, your participation supports our mission to inspire, engage, and educate our community
- [Private Events](https://mfastpete.org/about/rent-the-museum/) - One of the most desirable locations for a special event in Florida The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg provides a truly distinctive and refined backdrop for your special occasion. With its exquisite architecture and sophisticated ambiance, our venue offers an unforgettable experience that elevates any celebration. Invite your guests to wander through galleries filled
- [Event Rental Inquiry](https://mfastpete.org/about/event-rental-inquiry/) - Private Event Software powered by Tripleseat Photos: Lauren Galloway Photography
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://mfastpete.org/visit/frequently-asked-questions/) - STAY UPDATED Never miss an exhibition or event at the MFA! Subscribe to our Happenings newsletter and get our updates delivered to your inbox each week! SUBSCRIBE!
- [Accessibility](https://mfastpete.org/visit/accessibility/) - LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES AT THE MFA The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for the enjoyment of all in our community. All Museum facilities comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. We offer a range of services and programs to ensure that everyone feels welcome and can fully experience
- [About](https://mfastpete.org/about/) - The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg The Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, Florida was founded by Margaret Acheson Stuart (1896-1980) and reflects her vision of providing outstanding examples of world art in an inviting, elegant setting. The MFA, a city landmark, opened to the public in 1965-the first art museum in St.
- [Partners and Sponsors](https://mfastpete.org/give/partners-sponsors/) - Our Partners and Sponsors Partnerships with business leaders are crucial to the Museum's success. The MFA offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities, including support for exhibitions, special events, and educational programs, with options for different levels of commitment. We also value our media partners for their generous in-kind contributions to our programs and events. We
- [Mission](https://mfastpete.org/about/mission/) - Our Mission The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg engages, educates, and excites diverse communities by collecting, exhibiting, and preserving works of art for the enrichment and enjoyment of all. (revised March 2024) Our Vision The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, Florida is the cultural leader of our community. Our comprehensive collection, exhibitions, and
- [Traveling Exhibitions](https://mfastpete.org/art/exhibitions/traveling-exhibitions/) - Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress Available beginning Fall 2025 Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress includes a variety of garments-made by extraordinarily skilled but largely anonymous artists-reflecting a range of needs and purposes. Among these are spectacular furisode, the long, fluttering-sleeved kimono intended for young, unmarried women. The brilliant coloring, bold decorations, and exquisite
- [Contact](https://mfastpete.org/about/contact/) - Get in touch with the MFA We're here to help! Whether you have questions about our exhibitions, programs, or membership, or you're interested in learning more about how you can support the museum, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us through the form below or give us a call, and we'll be
- [Amenities](https://mfastpete.org/visit/amenities/) - Enhance Your Visit with Our Amenities Make the most of your time at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. Explore our inviting Café Clementine, where you can enjoy a delicious meal or coffee with a view of the beautiful Bay. Browse unique art-inspired gifts, books, and more in our Museum Shop. Relax in our
- [History](https://mfastpete.org/about/history/) - Our History The Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, Florida was founded by art collector and philanthropist Margaret Acheson Stuart (1896-1980) and reflects her vision of providing outstanding examples of world art in an inviting, elegant setting. As its first president, Mrs. Stuart established an endowment of $1 million to acquire new artworks and
- [Programs](https://mfastpete.org/programs/) - The MFA provides a wide range of captivating educational opportunities, from engaging programs and insightful lectures to dynamic music events.
- [MFA Collection](https://mfastpete.org/art/mfa-collection/) - EXPLORE HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR COLLECTION Coming Soon! We're developing an exciting new way to explore our collection online. Stay tuned!
- [Planned Giving](https://mfastpete.org/give/planned-giving/) - Leave a Legacy The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg honors individuals and couples who have included the MFA in their estate plans through membership in the Legacy Society. This membership highlights the significance of planned giving and allows us to show our gratitude to those who have made such thoughtful provisions for the Museum's
- [Non-Discrimination Statement](https://mfastpete.org/about/non-discrimination/) - It is the policy of the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg to provide an environment free from harassment or discrimination in the treatment of individuals with respect to employment with the Museum and admission or access to Museum facilities, programs, events, activities, or in the manner in which they are provided. In line with

## Content Modules

- [Hours](https://mfastpete.org/?module=hours) - Museum Hours: Tuesday–Sunday: 10 AM - 5 PM* *Thursdays: Art After Dark from 5 PM – 8 PM (See Calendar of Events for Upcoming Dates!) Monday: Closed Café Clementine Hours: Tuesday–Sunday: 9 AM – 3 PM* *Thursdays: Art After Dark from 5 PM – 8 PM Monday: Closed MFA Shop Hours: Tuesday–Sunday: 9 AM –
- [Become a Member](https://mfastpete.org/?module=become-a-member) - Experience the MFA like never before with unlimited general admission, discounts, exclusive previews, and member-only events.
- [MEMBERSHIP](https://mfastpete.org/?module=membership) - Experience the MFA like never before with unlimited general admission, discounts, exclusive previews, and member-only events.
- [SEE WHAT'S ON VIEW](https://mfastpete.org/?module=see-whats-on-view) - See what's on view and uncover the latest exhibitions, featured artworks, and exciting programs waiting for you.
- [The MFA Gala](https://mfastpete.org/?module=the-mfa-gala) - Save the date! You are invited to join the MFA for its inaugural Gala—an unforgettable evening celebrating the Museum’s bold future.
- [UPCOMING EVENTS](https://mfastpete.org/?module=discover-upcoming-events) - Join us for upcoming events that offer engaging experiences, from art talks and family programs to performances and tours.
- [YPC](https://mfastpete.org/?module=young-patrons-collective) - The MFA’s Young Patrons' Collective is our premier membership for the next generation of arts leaders. This dynamic group of creatives, philanthropists and collectors is dedicated to engaging with art and culture in Tampa Bay and beyond.
- [Admission](https://mfastpete.org/?module=admission) - MFA Members Free Adults $24 Seniors (age 65 and older) $19 Military (with ID) $19 Florida Educators (with ID) $19 College Students (with ID) $19 Youth (age 7 to 17) $12 Children (age 6 and younger) Free Museums for All (must present SNAP EBT card) Free *Select Thursdays: Art After Dark from 5:00 PM–8:00 PM:
- [SPONSORSHIPS](https://mfastpete.org/?module=sponsorships) - Explore our diverse sponsorship opportunities with the MFA and discover how you, whether as a corporation or an individual, can align your brand or personal legacy with artistic excellence.
- [Youth & Family Programs](https://mfastpete.org/?module=youth-family-programs) - The MFA's youth and family programs provide creative, hands-on experiences that engage participants in the artistic process, inspiring curiosity and fostering a lifelong love of art for individuals of all ages.
- [Adult Programs](https://mfastpete.org/?module=adult-programs) - The Museum's adult programs offer a blend of learning and social experiences, featuring lectures, workshops, and events that foster community while deepening appreciation for art and culture.
- [Member Programs](https://mfastpete.org/?module=member-programs) - The MFA's member programs offer exclusive opportunities for engagement, featuring special events, behind-the-scenes tours, and activities that foster a deeper connection to art and the Museum community.
- [PLANNED GIVING](https://mfastpete.org/?module=planned-giving) - Planned Giving offers a meaningful way to leave a lasting legacy. By including the MFA in your estate plans, you help ensure that future generations will continue to experience the transformative power of art.
- [Mission](https://mfastpete.org/?module=mission) - Our mission, vision, and values reflect our commitment to celebrating the arts, fostering inclusivity, and enriching the community.
- [Accessibility](https://mfastpete.org/?module=accessibility) - Learn about the MFA's accessibility options and resources to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit for all.
- [History](https://mfastpete.org/?module=history) - Discover the rich history of the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, from its founding to its evolution as a vibrant cultural destination.
- [Dining & Shopping](https://mfastpete.org/?module=dining-shopping) - Enjoy a delightful meal at Café Clementine and explore unique finds in our Museum Shop during your visit.
- [Tips for Visiting](https://mfastpete.org/?module=tips-for-visiting) - Find everything you need to know—from parking to sketching in the galleries—and learn what to expect during your visit.
- [PLAN YOUR VISIT](https://mfastpete.org/?module=plan-your-visit) - Plan your visit to explore inspiring exhibitions, engaging programs, and the vibrant collection at the MFA.
- [VISIONARIES](https://mfastpete.org/?module=visionaries) - Join the MFA VISIONARIES philanthropic giving levels. Support the Museum while enjoying exclusive access to artists and cultural leaders, with various levels offering special engagement opportunities in intimate settings.
- [VOLUNTEERS](https://mfastpete.org/?module=volunteers) - Get involved by volunteering for a variety of programs, including our vibrant MFA Docent program. From assisting with events and educational activities to providing tours, volunteers play a vital role at the MFA.
- [Careers](https://mfastpete.org/?module=careers) - Explore career opportunities at the MFA and join a passionate team committed to enriching lives through art and culture.
- [MFA FUND](https://mfastpete.org/?module=mfa-fund) - Contributions to the MFA Fund provide vital resources that help sustain our daily operations, including the care of our collections, the development of educational programs, and the presentation of dynamic exhibitions.
- [WAYS TO GIVE](https://mfastpete.org/?module=ways-to-give) - Every gift, no matter the size, makes a lasting impact and ensures that future generations can enjoy the Museum's exhibitions, programs, and collections. Discover how you can make a difference today!
- [Address](https://mfastpete.org/?module=address) - 255 Beach Drive NE St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 896-2667 Get Directions

## Exhibitions

- [Explore the Vaults | A Terrible Beauty: Photographers Amid Chaos](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/a-terrible-beauty/) - All changed, changed utterly: A terrible beauty is born. - Easter 1916, William Butler Yeats This exhibition takes its title from a line in the poem Easter, 1916 by William Butler Yeats (Irish, 1865-1939). The poem-an acknowledged masterpiece of modern literature-commemorates the Easter Rising of 1916, during which Irish nationalists rebelled against British rule, resulting
- [Babs Reingold | After Venus](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/babs-reingold/) - "Muscularity equates with power, and men don't want women to have that. Big, hard, round muscles generate a sexual disequilibrium that is very threatening." -- Laurie Fierstein, bodybuilder and curator, 1999 From 1990 to 1998, multidisciplinary artist Babs Reingold (American, b. Venezuela, 1954) delved into the world of women's bodybuilding, finding a sense of
- [New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/new-african-masquerades/) - Masquerade has long stood as the iconic African performance genre, and yet the artists who create masquerades are often unacknowledged and under-represented in exhibitions and publications. New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations showcases the artworks and voices of individual creators and offers a fresh take on the vitality of masquerade arts. New African Masquerades
- [Jake Troyli | By Any Stretch](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/jake-troyli/) - Jake Troyli (American, b. 1990) is a painter unafraid of self-reflection and presentation, and of engaging viewers in confounding dynamics that are as dryly humorous as they are, at times, uncomfortable. A former Division I basketball player, Troyli interrogates the dynamics of spectacle, performance, and race through the vulnerable lens of self-portraiture. His work is
- [House Show | Power, Spectacle, and Pro Wrestling](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/houseshow/) - House Show: Power, Spectacle, and Pro Wrestling is the first expansive American museum exhibition to explore the relationship between contemporary art and professional wrestling, bringing together artists and performers whose work engages the theatricality, intensity, and cultural complexity of the wrestling world. Drawing on wrestling's unique blend of fiction and reality, House Show uses the
- [Yvette Mayorga: Goddesses of the Great Hall](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/yvette-mayorga-goddesses-of-the-great-hall/) - Yvette Mayorga: Goddesses of the Great Hall is an immersive installation activates the museum's historic 1965 entrance hall, serving as the first in a series of exhibitions to inaugurate The Great Hall Project, a brand-new curatorial initiative designed to engage the MFA's spaces through contemporary art interventions. Developed in direct dialogue with the museum's 1799
- [Ali Banisadr | The Alchemist](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/ali-banisadr/) - Ali Banisadr: The Alchemist is the first major U.S. museum survey of the contemporary artist Ali Banisadr. This exhibition encompasses nearly twenty years of the artist's singular practice, from 2006 to the present, across the mediums of painting, drawing, and printmaking. Sculpture, a new direction for the artist, will be presented for the first time.
- [The Last Library IV | Written in Water](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/last-library-iv/) - The Last Library IV: Written in Water is an installation by artists Ward Shelley (American, b. 1950) and Douglas Paulson (American, b. 1980). It invites us to think about how we understand truth, evidence, responsibility, and the uncertain state of the world. The installation features dangerously tilted shelves filled with banned books, controversial publications, made-up
- [The Question of Abstraction](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/the-question-of-abstraction/) - Although a highly significant approach to art, abstraction can be challenging to understand. When it first gained popularity at the turn of the twentieth century, it radically altered artistic practice by questioning the ways in which we perceive and engage with the world around us. However, as significant as it is for artists past and
- [Animal Symbolicum | The Art of Meaning](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/animal-symbolicum/) - What makes us human? For centuries, we defined ourselves by our unique ability to reason, labeling our species the "rational animal." However, the philosopher Ernst Cassirer (German, 1874-1945) argued that our true defining trait is the creation of symbolic meanings. He called us animal symbolicum-the "symbol-making animal." Cassirer was fascinated by how language, myth, and
- [Explore the Vaults | First Gifts, 1962–1966](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/etv-first-gifts/) - Celebrating the sixtieth anniversary of the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, this eighth iteration of the Explore the Vaults series features gifts from the museum's formative years. These objects-offered by community members to the fledgling institution-provided the foundation for the current collection. Despite the traditional tastes of the 1960s, these works encompass a remarkable range of
- [The Superintendent’s High School Exhibition of Excellence | A Pinellas County Schools Student Showcase at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/high-school-exhibition-2026/) - This annual exhibition showcases the exceptional talents of students across Pinellas County Schools, free for all visitors to view. Featuring a diverse collection of artworks, the exhibition highlights students who are pushing the boundaries of creativity in courses such as AP Art & Design, IB Visual Arts, AICE Art & Design, and other advanced, honors-level classes. This
- [Yvette Mayorga | Magic Grasshopper](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/magic-grasshopper/) - Featuring an opulent carriage drawn by carousel-style horses and loaded with 90's nostalgia, artist Yvette Mayorga's Magic Grasshopper is a 30-foot-long sculpture carrying critical narratives of migration, feminized labor, and colonial histories. Designed to metaphorically transport viewers across borders and historical eras, the pink-hued fantastical vessel is also a tribute to the physical and personal
- [Baroque Continuum | Caravaggio and the Caravaggisti Over Time](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/baroque-continuum/) - The Enduring Influence of Caravaggio More than a single artist, Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio was a force that forever changed art. His style was revolutionary: using dramatic contrasts of tenebrism, a fascination with the everyday, audacious staging, and an unflinching ability to capture raw emotional intensity. These profound innovations didn't just start the Baroque movement;
- [In Caravaggio's Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/in-caravaggios-light/) - Like many great stars, Caravaggio is known by just one name. His work-sensual, shocking, audacious, and dramatically lit-is instantly recognizable. This extraordinary exhibition, featuring Old Master paintings from the prestigious and rarely seen collection of the Fondazione Roberto Longhi in Florence, Italy, celebrates the genius of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (Italian, 1571-1610) and his profound
- [Creative Freedom | Women as Decorative Arts Entrepreneurs and Connoisseurs, c. 1900-1940](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/creative-freedom/) - *Extended through March 8, 2026* They Shattered the Rules. They Built a World of Art. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as women across America fought for their right to vote, a parallel revolution was happening. Armed with newfound social and economic power, women stepped out of the home and into the studio,
- [Nina Yankowitz | In the Out/Out the In](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/nina-yankowitz/) - On view Throughout a career spanning six decades, Nina Yankowitz (American, b. 1946) has created a multidisciplinary practice that defies singular definition. Her work pushes against traditional boundaries: her paintings have resisted not just frames, but seemingly gravity; her abstract compositions have gone beyond the canvas to embrace the aural. Most recently, Yankowitz has deepened her interest | Nina Yankowitz (American, b. 1946) has created a multidisciplinary practice that defies singular definition.
- [Kimono | The Triumph of Japanese Dress](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/kimono/) - For many of us, the word "kimono" immediately conjures up mental images-probably of geisha, the famous artist-entertainers of Japan in their elaborate, traditional dress. However, the word kimono itself has a much broader meaning and encompasses clothing not just for women, but for men, girls, and boys. These garments range from exquisite ceremonial robes to
- [Theo Wujcik | Cantos](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/theo-wujcik/) - One of Tampa Bay's best-known artists, Theo Wujcik (1936-2014), spent a decade creating a series drawn from the dark and profound literary classic, Dante's Inferno. Now, those extraordinary paintings are the theme for a special exhibition, Theo Wujcik: Cantos. A fixture of the Ybor City art scene, Wujcik was an accomplished master printer and painter whose expansive practice
- [Fairyland Lustre | The Darkly Magical World of Daisy Makeig-Jones](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/fairyland-lustre/) - When the Wedgwood Company introduced the Fairyland Lustre line of porcelain during the first quarter of the 20th century, its vivid colors, metallic surfaces, and exciting, oftentimes strange, imagery dazzled the public. The driving force behind these creations was Daisy Makeig-Jones (1881-1945), whose extraordinary creativity and determination to succeed quickly made her one of Wedgwood's
- [Literary Carousel | Part of the Sunlit Festival](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/literary-carousel/) - Photography from the Museum of Fine Arts' collection comes alive through the art of the "Ekphrastic," a literary interpretation of a piece of visual art. During the 2019 Literary Carousel at the MFA, a special event held in partnership with Keep St. Pete Lit(an advocate for St. Petersburg's literary community), local writers are paired with
- [A Feast for the Eyes | European Masterpieces from the Grasset Collection](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/a-feast-for-the-eyes/) - EXTENDED THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2! A Feast for the Eyes: European Masterpieces from the Grasset Collection features 40 superb Old Master paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries by major Italian, Spanish, German, and Netherlandish artists. This is only the second time this collection has been shown publicly. The Museum of Fine Arts is honored and thrilled to be able
- [Above the Fold | New Expressions in Origami](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/above-the-fold/) - Origami ("paper folding"), has evolved from a Japanese craft and ceremonial tradition into a highly expressive, global art form that even has scientific applications. Today, artists from all over the world are folding paper into increasingly elaborate and provocative sculptural works, while scientists and mathematicians are using origami to help unlock the mysteries of the
- [Straighten Up The World | Self-Taught Art from the Collection of the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/straighten-up-the-world/) - An Exhibition in Memory of Martha Sweeny - EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER 27 "There are so many rocks and so many broken stones and so many nails and sticks and weeds and debris and garbage and trash, and we have to plow and mine the worst things on this earth to make them better, and to
- ['The Grasshopper and the Ant' and Other Stories | As Told by Jennifer Angus](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/the-grasshopper-and-the-ant/) - A neo-Victorian, a creator of unexpected experiences, and a visionary artist who twists the familiar into the unsettling, Jennifer Angus (b. 1961) challenges our perceptions and expectations by working in an unusual medium: dried, exotic insects. Her site-specific installations often incorporate large, brilliantly-colored insects into elaborate patterns inspired by Victorian wallpaper and 19th-century book illustration
- [Gallery Takeover | European Masterpieces from the Mellon Collection at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/gallery-takeover/) - The Museum of Fine Arts is excited to exhibit 11 paintings from the prestigious Mellon Collection, on loan from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond. From the mid to late 20th century, philanthropists Paul and Rachel Lambert "Bunny" Mellon developed an extensive collection of 19th and 20th century European works. These paintings, illustrative of the artistic experimentation
- [Up Close and Personal | Art on an Intimate Scale](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/up-close-and-personal/) - Throughout history, cultures around the globe have created masterful works of art intended for either personal enjoyment or for sharing with a small number of people. This exhibition, primarily drawn from the permanent collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, focuses on such diminutive objects that can easily be overlooked due to their small size
- [Ancient Theater and the Cinema](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/ancient-theater-and-the-cinema/) - Ancient theater and modern film are at opposite ends of the same distinguished tradition. Ancient Theater and the Cinema is the first exhibition to combine ancient images of the Greek theater with movie stills inspired by Greek plays and mythology. The dialogue between ancient and contemporary images displays the continuity of Greek theater across nearly two and
- [Explore the Vaults | Visions of France](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/explore-the-vaults/) - This exhibition series offers viewers a chance to learn more about the museum's expansive holdings-many of which are light sensitive and only rarely on view. Generally only five percent of the museum's collection is on view at any given time. The other ninety-five percent -mainly photographs, prints, and drawings-are kept in dark, climate-controlled vaults to
- [Art of the Stage | Picasso to Hockney](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/picasso-to-hockney/) - The Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts is noted for its holdings of works by major painters who also designed for the stage, including Henri Matisse, Giorgio de Chirico, Natalia Goncharova, Pablo Picasso, Louise Nevelson, David Hockney, Robert Indiana, and Lesley Dill. The exhibition features over 100 studies for scene, costume, curtain, and program designs, as
- [Copper, Silver, Salt, Ink | The Chemistry of Photography's Enduring Desires](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/copper-silver-salt-ink/) - The invention of photography was driven by the twin desires to create a permanent image and to reproduce that image endlessly. This exhibition celebrates the chemistry and artistry behind the development of this medium, and explores how these goals informed the earliest years of photography, and then later inspired the Pictorialism movement. Copper, Silver, Salt, Ink includes rare and
- [Derrick Adams | Bouyant](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/derrick-adams/) - Derrick Adams (American, b. 1970) examines the power of popular culture on one's self-image, and mines his personal, as well as broader, African American histories to celebrate under-recognized, often prosaic, aspects of Black life. Derrick Adams: Buoyant features the artist's Floaters series created between 2016-2019, wherein the Baltimore-born artist depicts Black men, women, and children relaxing on bright blue
- [Color Riot! | How Color Changed Navajo Textiles](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/color-riot/) - This exhibition celebrates the individualism and flair for experimentation in Navajo textiles from the last quarter of the 19th century. Featuring over 80 dazzling works, these textiles reflect ideas and events the Navajo people experienced between 1863 and 1868, the hard years of their imprisonment in the Bosque Redondo, and their subsequent return to a
- [From Chaos to Order | Greek Geometric Art from the Sol Rabin Collection](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/from-chaos-to-order/) - From Chaos to Order is the first exhibition to focus on the aesthetics of Greek Geometric art, and the first to demonstrate how stylistic principles in visual art during the Geometric period reflect a characteristically Greek idea of "the beautiful" (kallos). From 900-700 BC, Greek art was reborn after a two-centuries-long Dark Age. During this period one
- [Working Point | Contemporary Glass from the MFA Collection](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/working-point/) - Few artistic mediums go through such radical transformations as glass. It is created by melting base materials, shaping this mass with heat, air, and touch, and slowly cooling it into a form. The physical properties of glass inherently allow for endless intersections of form and light. A highly technical practice, glass making relies on a
- [Explore the Vaults | Abstraction and the American Scene](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/explore-the-vaults-2/) - Sometimes indefinable, but always alluring, modern art in the United States spans a number of decades and includes several distinct styles. The first half of the twentieth century witnessed a dramatic shift in art-making in America. Industrial growth and social awareness, coupled with an economic downturn, helped shape a new and definitive American art during this time. Abstraction and
- [Antioch Reclaimed | Ancient Mosaics at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/antioch-reclaimed/) - In 1964, a year before it opened to the public, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg acquired five mosaic pavements from ancient Antioch in a purchase from Princeton University. These works were the first shipment of art received by the new museum, signaling that the MFA's founders would be creating a comprehensive permanent collection.
- [Skyway 20/21 | A Contemporary Collaboration](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/skyway-2020/) - Skyway 20/21 is the second iteration of an exhibition celebrating the diversity of artistic talent in the Tampa Bay area. It is also an exercise in collaboration, as it is shared among four institutions: Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Tampa Museum of Art, and University of South
- [From Margins to Mainstays | Highlights from the Photography Collection](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/from-margins-to-mainstays/) - This exhibition features masterworks from the photography collection that were made by artists whose careers and personal lives were sidelined, ignored, or impacted by their gender, race, sexuality, or nationality. From Margins to Mainstays will illustrate how the canon of photography has changed since the medium first began being shown in museums in the 1940s, with particular
- [Pieced & Patterned | American Quilts, C. 1800-1930](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/pieced-and-patterned/) - This exhibition features more than thirty extraordinary quilts whose design, materials, and craft reflect the complexity and richness of American life from the brash first decades of the republic through the trauma of the Great Depression. Pieced & Patterned is drawn from private collections. It includes superb examples of this quintessentially American art form, ranging from early
- [Explore the Vaults | Black Portraits](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/explore-the-vaults-3/) - Although thoroughly dependent on its context, portraiture has powerful capacities for self-definition. Explore the Vaults: Black Portraits spans two very different approaches to the portrait tradition: contemporary works on paper, and historical vernacular photographs. Taken together, this exhibition presents varied approaches to visualizing Black identity and experiences. Romare Bearden began to experiment with collage techniques in the early 1960s,
- [More Than Retro | Art Photography of the 1970s](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/retro/) - The 1970s witnessed a dramatic shift from photojournalism, the dominant occupation of photographers since the 1930s, to art photography in the United States. More Than Retro: Art Photography of the 1970s celebrates and explores that remarkable change, revealing 1970s artistic trends including the snapshot aesthetic, the rebellion against purism, image manipulation, and social landscapes. This exhibition features both
- [Visual Metaphor 2022 | High School Student Exhibition](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/visual-metaphor-2022/) - "A visual metaphor is the representation of a person, place, thing, or idea by means of a visual image that suggests a particular association or point of similarity." This audience favorite spotlights work by many of the most talented high school students in Pinellas County Schools. Their teachers select the art and the final works
- [Bernini and the Roman Baroque | Masterpieces from Palazzo Chigi in Ariccia](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/bernini-and-the-roman-baroque/) - On loan from the collection of the princely Chigi family, this exhibition celebrates the work of Giovan Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680) and the brilliance of the Roman Baroque period (c. 1600-1700). Working for popes and princes, Bernini was one of the brightest luminaries in the history of art, creating theatrical sculpture, paintings, decorative arts, and architecture.
- [Defining Lines | The Prints and Drawings of Maxime Lalanne](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/defining-lines/) - Maxime Lalanne's (1827-1886) highly refined etchings, with their subtle use of line and delicate sense of shading, exemplify the scope and depth of a medium that underwent a significant revival in the mid-nineteenth century. Inspired by the highly detailed prints of earlier practitioners such as Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669), artists like Lalanne sought to reassert
- [From Heath to Hedgerow | Doulton Lambeth Ware and the British Countryside](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/from-heath-to-hedgerow/) - Doulton Lambeth Pottery works were well-known for their industrial products up until the company presented a small selection of purely decorative vases, bowls, and jugs at the 1867 international exposition universelle in Paris. These artistic works, later collectively termed Doulton Lambeth ware, were the genesis of a new, uniquely British ceramic style. These sturdy, yet
- [Women's Work | A Survey of Female Photographers](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/womens-work/) - More than any other visual medium, women have played vital and sustained roles in the making and advancement of photography since its invention. Unfortunately, this contribution has been underemphasized. With a broad interest growing in museums to enlarge the canon to be more inclusive and reflective of under-recognized contributors, this exhibition seeks to do our
- [Gio Swaby | Fresh Up](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/gio-swaby/) - The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is proud to present the first solo museum exhibition of multidisciplinary artist Gio Swaby (b. 1991, Nassau, Bahamas), whose work explores the intersections of Blackness and womanhood. Employing the portrait genre and a range of textile-based techniques, Swaby's work is anchored in a desire to present and celebrate the complex
- [Explore the Vaults | Cabinet Pictures and Works on Paper](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/explore-the-vaults-4/) - This fourth iteration of Explore the Vaults features pieces from the museum's permanent collection, specifically paintings known as "cabinet pictures" and small works on paper. The former are diminutive paintings which are exquisitely executed for viewing at close range or which reveal the artist's creative process. They take their name from the little rooms or cabinets in
- [Multiple | Prince Twins Seven-Seven](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/prince-seven-seven/) - Known by the translation of his title and name, Prince Twins Seven-Seven (Nigerian, 1944-2011), was the only surviving child out of seven pairs of twins born to his mother. Because of this, and the associated traditional religious beliefs of the Yorùbá people of Nigeria, he held that he possessed unique spiritual insight and power. His
- [Borrow and Steal | Appropriation from the Collection](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/borrow-and-steal/) - Appropriation art interrogates the ideas of originality and authorship. This multimedia exhibition draws from the MFA collection to look at a variety of modes of contemporary appropriation, with a particular focus on its uses as a feminist takeover of the historically male-dominated art world, as well as in addressing racist histories. Anchored by Sherrie Levine's After
- [True Nature | Rodin and the Age of Impressionism](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/rodin-and-the-impressionists/) - True Nature: Rodin and the Age of Impressionism presents works by one of the most celebrated sculptors of all time, side by side with extraordinary paintings by his renowned contemporaries. Rodin (1840-1917) created dramatic works that are instantly recognizable, and pervade our collective cultural consciousness. This exhibition includes nearly 40 of his masterpieces, ranging from intimately
- [Visual Metaphor | High School Student Exhibition](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/visual-metaphor-2023/) - "A visual metaphor is the representation of a person, place, thing, or idea by means of a visual image that suggests a particular association or point of similarity." This audience favorite spotlights work by some of the most talented high school students in Pinellas County Schools. Their teachers select the art, and the final works
- [Lasting Impressions | Japanese Prints from the Read-Simms Collection](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/lasting-impressions-2/) - Perhaps the best-known Japanese art form outside of the country since its doors reopened to the world in the 1850s, Japanese woodblock prints immediately captivated European and American audiences. The bold bright color schemes, novel vantage points, and audacious compositions with off-center subjects were a revelation to Westerners who were struck by the supreme artistry
- [The Superintendent’s High School Exhibition of Excellence | A Pinellas County Schools Student Showcase at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/high-school-exhibition/) - This inaugural exhibition showcases the exceptional talents of 10th-, 11th-, and 12th-grade students across Pinellas County Schools. Featuring a diverse collection of student artworks, the exhibition highlights students who are pushing the boundaries of creativity in courses such as AP Art & Design, IB Visual Arts, AICE Art & Design, and other advanced honors-level classes.
- [Ansel Adams | Photographs from the MFA Collection](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/ansel-adams/) - A great photograph is one that fully expresses what one feels, in the deepest sense, about what is being photographed. -- Ansel Adams Throughout his long, productive career, Ansel Adams (American, 1902 -1984) created powerful, iconic images that redefined visual conceptions of the American West. His dramatic landscapes, haunting stands of trees, and exquisite details
- [Explore the Vaults | The Art of New Guinea](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/etv-new-guinea/) - This seventh iteration of the Explore the Vaults series presents highlights from the MFA’s collection of art from New Guinea—many which have never been on view.
- [Audubon's Birds of America](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/audubons-birds-of-america/) - On view The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is thrilled to bring Audubon's Birds of America to St. Petersburg. Produced by National Museums Scotland, this exhibition celebrates the extraordinary legacy of John James Audubon (1785 -1851). It tells the story of this iconic artist, naturalist, and ornithologist, as well as the evolution of one of the world's | Audubon's Birds of America features over 40 splendid hand-colored prints, many on view for the first time.
- [Felix Gonzalez-Torres | "Untitled" (L.A.)](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/felix-gonzalez-torres/) - Generously loaned from Art Bridges and Crystal Bridges Museum of Art, this work is installed in the museum's Great Hall, where its sparkling texture and unexpected material juxtaposes the neoclassical architecture of the space. Felix Gonzalez-Torres works with familiar materials like clocks, candy, paper, and lightbulbs, which evoke a personal response from viewers, while also
- [Explore the Vaults | Images Private and Public, c. 1500–1800](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/explore-the-vaults-images-private-and-public/) - Images function on multiple levels-some are private and deeply personal, while others are more strategic and intended for broader audiences. Still others address, to varying degrees, both roles. Often the opposing needs and intentions behind images are attributable to the media employed. Prints, which are reproducible, can be easily and affordably disseminated-unlike a singular drawing
- [Shashin | Japanese Photographs from the Meiji Era, 1870–1900](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/shashin/) - "The Japanese are perfect masters of this art [photography], which was only introduced a few years ago…" Count Joseph Alexander Hübner (1811-1892), Austrian diplomat in Japan (1871) Although photography was invented in 1839 in France, shashin-the Japanese word for photograph- was not fully introduced in Japan until the mid-1860s. Learning the craft from European photographers, Japanese
- [In Dialogue | Unexpected Visual Conversations](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/in-dialogue/) - Featuring eleven major works from the Joslyn Art Museum, Omaha, Nebraska, and an additional painting from the James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art, St. Petersburg, Florida, this exhibition juxtaposes modern and contemporary pieces with paintings and sculptures from the Museum of Fine Arts. Installed throughout the MFA Collection galleries, In Dialogue creates unexpected visual combinations
- [Best in Show | Dogs in Art at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/best-in-show/) - Companion to The Story of Art series, the MFA curators (and resident dog lovers) have collaborated on an exhibition linking their disparate areas of expertise and media across time and space with a unifying theme-in this case, our beloved canine partners. Humans and canines have been co-evolving for over 30,000 years, developing a rich and
- [Tom Jones | Here We Stand](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/tom-jones/) - Featuring more than 100 works spanning 1998-2021, the exhibition is the first major retrospective of the Ho-Chunk photographer's work. For over twenty years, Tom Jones has created a visual record and exploration of his Ho-Chunk community. The show comprises over a dozen series, ranging from the documentary to the conceptual. Jones's photographs examine identity and geographic
- [Explore the Vaults | Water + Color](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/explore-the-vaults-water-color/) - Among the most ancient of all artistic techniques is painting or drawing with pigments suspended in water. Because they can be created from simple substances-such as naturally occurring minerals, soot, plant materials, and water-these paints and inks are found in cultures around the globe. This exhibition explores paintings and drawings from the MFA's permanent collection
- [Live Conservation | Restoring a 17th Century Spanish Tabernacle](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/live-conservation/) - The conservation of art-preserving objects through professional, specialized treatment-is one of the Museum of Fine Art's most important goals. This small, intensive exhibition focuses on the conservation of a gilded, painted, and carved tabernacle made in Northern Spain during the mid-1600s. This extraordinary object, which the museum recently acquired, preserves most of its original surface.
- [The Nature of Art](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/the-nature-of-art/) - As an encyclopedic museum, the MFA aims to examine the whole of human art production, and one of the most exciting possibilities of a collection that spans 5,000 years is the ability to explore big ideas across space, time, and geography. This allows us to see the commonalities of the human journey and contemplate how
- [True to the Tint | The Quest for Color Photography](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/true-to-the-tint/) - Almost from the moment that photography was invented-an artistic medium that recorded the physical world in extraordinary, mirror-accurate detail-artists wanted to find a way to capture color in those images. This exhibition explores the history of how artists added life-like tints to the silvery or sooty tones of black and white photographs, eventually leading to
- [Skyway 2024 | A Contemporary Collaboration](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/skyway-2024/) - A celebration of artistic practices in the Tampa Bay region, Skyway 2024: A Contemporary Collaboration is a multi-venue exhibition shared among five institutions: the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg; The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota; the Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design; the Tampa Museum of Art;
- [Lizzi Bougatsos & Lonnie Holley | Never the Same Song](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/never-the-same-song/) - The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is pleased to present the first exhibition dedicated to Lizzi Bougatsos and Lonnie Holley, two artists whose visual practices defy categorization and whose works are steadfastly dedicated to the transformative potential and power of found materials. The title, Never the Same Song, references the artists' shared musical backgrounds, as
- [Gravity Mural Project | Ya La'ford](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/gravity-mural-project/) - The Gravity Mural Project-the work of St. Petersburg artist Ya La'ford and a group of students from Mount Zion Christian Academy-highlights the groundbreaking style of Abstract Expressionist Jackson Pollock (1912-1956). The four canvases in this gallery emulate his iconic drip painting technique that engages movement, energy, motion, and spontaneity. To create these works, La'ford explored
- [Tempus volat, hora fugit | Time flies, hours flee](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/tempus-volat-hora-fugit/) - The title of this four-part installation series translates from Latin to "time flies, hours flee." Through the seemingly simple means of light and color, this immersive artwork addresses the passage of time, and the magnitude of our natural world. Each iterative installation takes place according to the astronomical calendar. For the Vernal Equinox, Sampson emphasized
- [Live Conservation | Conserving an Altarpiece Sculpture](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/live-conservation-altarpiece-sculpture/) - Preserving History: Live Conservation in Action The conservation of art-preserving objects through specialized, professional care-is a cornerstone of the museum's mission. This focused exhibition highlights the meticulous conservation of a gilded, painted, and carved altarpiece sculpture, an extraordinary new addition to the collection. Altarpieces, whether painted panels or sculptural ensembles, have been central to Christian
- [Claudia Peña Salinas | Ahua Can](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/claudia-pena-salinas/) - Claudia Peña Salinas (Mexican American, b. 1975) is a research-based artist whose work blends references to architectural minimalism as well as to ancient Mesoamerican history and craft. Through funds generously provided by the EXPO CHICAGO 2023 Northern Trust Purchase Prize, the Museum of Fine Arts acquired Ahua Can (2023), a multimedia sculpture by the artist. The work's brass
- [Live Conservation | Restoring a Jain Shrine](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/live-conservation-jain-shrine/) - July 20 through December 11, 2024
- [New to View | Recent Acquisitions](https://mfastpete.org/exhibition/new-to-view/) - In many ways, the Museum of Fine Arts's permanent collection is its lifeblood-particularly for an institution committed to an expanding, encyclopedic mission. Thanks to our many donors and supporters, our holdings continue to grow and evolve with changing times-building toward a collection of greater depth, breadth, and diversity. Here, we recognize and celebrate these contributions,

## Testimonials

- [Homer Simpson](https://mfastpete.org/testimonial/testimonial-5/) - D'oh. I'll keep it short and sweet — Family. Religion. Friendship. These are the three demons you must slay if you wish to succeed in business.
- [Helen Keller](https://mfastpete.org/testimonial/testimonial-4/) - When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us.
- [Michael Jordan](https://mfastpete.org/testimonial/testimonial-2/) - I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.
- [Maya Angelou](https://mfastpete.org/testimonial/testimonial-3/) - I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
- [Mark Twain](https://mfastpete.org/testimonial/testimonial-7/) - Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do, so throw off the bowlines, sail away from safe harbor, catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore, Dream, Discover.
- [Bender](https://mfastpete.org/testimonial/testimonial-6/) - This is the worst kind of discrimination there is: the kind against me!
- [Eric Cartman](https://mfastpete.org/testimonial/testimonial-1/) - I'm not fat, I'm festively plump.

## Venues

- [James Weldon Johnson Community Library](https://mfastpete.org/venue/james-weldon-johnson-community-library/)
- [Barbara S. Ponce Public Library](https://mfastpete.org/venue/barbara-s-ponce-public-library/)
- [St. Petersburg Yacht Club](https://mfastpete.org/venue/st-petersburg-yacht-club/)
- [Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/venue/tampa-bay-watch-discovery-center/)
- [The Colleseum](https://mfastpete.org/venue/the-colleseum/)
- [Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg](https://mfastpete.org/venue/museum-of-fine-arts-st-petersburg/)

## Organizers

- [The Margaret Acheson Stuart Society](https://mfastpete.org/organizer/the-margaret-acheson-stuart-society/)

## Events & Programs

- [November Book Club <br>Material + Gender](https://mfastpete.org/event/november-book-club-material-gender/) - This month’s book club pick, Sweet, Soft, Plenty Rhythm by Laura Warrell. Circus Palmer, a Boston-based trumpet player and old-school ladies’ man, lives for his music and refuses to be tied down. Before a gig in Miami, he learns that the free-spirited drummer Maggie, is pregnant by him. Instead of facing the necessary conversation, Circus flees, setting off a chain of interlocking revelations from the various women in his life.Held in In conjunction with New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations.
- [August Book Club <br>Performance + Participation](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-book-club-august/) - This month’s book club pick, Open Water, is a stunning first novel by literary virtuoso and finalist for the BBC Short Story Award, Caleb Azumah Nelson. In a crowded London pub, two young fall in love. Both are Black British, both are artists, and both are trying to make their mark in a world that by turns celebrates and rejects them. Held in In conjunction with New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations.
- [September Book Club <br>Reflection + Animation](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-book-club-september/) - Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones, revolves around James Witherspoon's two families—the public one and the secret one. When the daughters from each family meet and form a friendship, only one of them knows they are sisters. It is a relationship destined to explode. Held in In conjunction with New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations.
- [October Book Club <br>Modern + Myth](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-book-club-october/) - Friday Black by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, is a piercingly raw and, at times, heartbreakingly satirical look at what it’s like to be young and Black in America. By placing ordinary characters in extraordinary situations, Adjei-Brenyah reveals the violence, injustice, and painful absurdities that Black men and women contend with every day in this country. Held in In conjunction with New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations.
- [Banned Books Journaling Session with Book + Bottle](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-bookbottle-9-6/) - Bring your journal, an open mind, and a willingness to engage deeply with stories that continue to challenge, provoke, and inspire in this immersive afternoon of literature, reflection, and creative exploration.
- [Art After Dark: Preview Party](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-aad-8-13/) - Be the first to experience the MFA's captivating new exhibition, New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations, before it officially opens to the public on August 15. This exclusive preview includes an elevated evening of vibrant African beats during Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours.
- [Art After Dark <br>Live Music Featuring Sundé](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-aad-8-20/) - Discover the galleries after hours in an unforgettable evening of art and music, featuring St. Petersburg musician, Sundé. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Curator Tour | New African Masquerades](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-curator-8-15/) - Offering a rare opportunity to explore the exhibition alongside its organizing curator, Dr. Maples will share insider insights into the project's planning, the contemporary artists involved, and the living traditions and rich cultural histories represented in these extraordinary works.
- [In Conversation | Dr. Stanton Thomas & Dr. Amanda M. Maples](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-conversation-8-15/) - Go beyond the gallery walls in this engaging conversation between Dr. Stanton Thomas and Dr. Amanda M. Maples as they will explore the ideas, collaborations, and cultural traditions that shaped the special exhibition New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations & Collaborations.
- [Homeschool Hours | Fun in the Sun](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-8-12-26/) - Soak up the sun and get creative! Featuring sun-inspired projects like suncatchers and sun prints, along with a search through the permanent collection for all things sun-related, this month’s session is sure to shine.
- [Studio Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-8-8-26/) - Let your creativity shine this summer. Catch some rays wherever you find natural light by creating suncatchers at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
- [Art After Dark: Summer Sessions<br>Café Clementine Hosts Lost Coast Oyster Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-8-6-26/) - DJ Brian’s summer sessions create the perfect soundtrack for an evening of atmospheric energy and after-hours discovery. Explore the galleries, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. Plus, enjoy fresh-shucked oysters at a raw bar pop-up from Lost Coast Oyster Co.
- [Public Library Outreach <br>Impressionism and Landscape Painting](https://mfastpete.org/event/public-library-outreach-impressionism-and-landscape-painting/) - Unleash your inner artist and step into the world of color, light, and landscape painting. Inspired by the stunning Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artists in the Museum of Fine Arts’ permanent collection, this hands-on workshop at the James Weldon Johnson Library invites young creators to paint the world in a whole new way.
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-8-1-26/) - Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-7-30-26/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Summer Camps at the MFA: Art Lab](https://mfastpete.org/event/summer-camps-at-the-mfa-art-lab/) - It’s a week of experimentation in the art lab! Choose from one of five day camps, or choose them all. From painting and printmaking to archaeology and science experiments, young artists will explore creativity through hands-on artmaking inspired by history, innovation, and discovery.
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-7-26-26/) - Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
- [Discover the MFA: Member Experience](https://mfastpete.org/event/discover-the-mfa-sept/) - New to membership at the MFA? Or are you a current member eager to see the galleries through a new lens? During this special member experience, enjoy a docent-led tour designed to deepen your connection to the MFA’s remarkable collection. This special event has a limited capacity for up to only 25 participants.
- [Studio Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-9-12-26/) - Writers take note! We’re creating personal journals at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. Use your journal for writing, drawing, or whatever form of artistic expression you prefer. It’s yours to take home. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
- [Public Library Outreach <br>American Art](https://mfastpete.org/event/public-library-outreach-american-art/) - Make your own history in an evening exploring the American art featured at the Museum of Fine Arts. Create a personalized collage reflecting your own history, and browse the library's collection to discover books about the incredible art and artists found right here in our county.
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-9-27-26/) - Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-10-3-26/) - Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play and inspired by ancient art and mosaics.
- [Discover the MFA: Member Experience](https://mfastpete.org/event/discover-the-mfa-oct/) - New to membership at the MFA? Or are you a current member eager to see the galleries through a new lens? During this special member experience, enjoy a docent-led tour designed to deepen your connection to the MFA’s remarkable collection. This special event has a limited capacity for up to only 25 participants.
- [Studio Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-10-10-26/) - Using techniques inspired by ancient artists in the collection, assemble an intricate mosaic of your own at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
- [Homeschool Hours | Ancient Greek and Roman Influence](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-10-14-26/) - Discover ancient artworks throughout the museum, then sculpt and build your own low-relief sculptures and mosaics.
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-10-25-26/) - Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
- [Public Library Outreach <br>Portraiture: Learn and Create](https://mfastpete.org/event/public-library-portraiture-10-27/) - Portraiture is one of the oldest genres in art history! Learn about the many portraits at the MFA, including generals, gods and goddesses, and everyday people. Then, create your own portrait of you, a friend or a family member. This event takes place at the James Weldon Johnson Library.
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-11-7-26/) - Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play, where we’ll focus on the basic elements of art: shapes, colors and more.
- [Homeschool Hours | STEAM](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-11-11-26/) - Get ready to transform everyday household items into your own experimental piece of art! By using science, technology, engineering, and math, you’ll discover how creativity and innovation come together to inspire your unique artistic creation.
- [Discover the MFA: Member Experience](https://mfastpete.org/event/discover-the-mfa-nov/) - New to membership at the MFA? Or are you a current member eager to see the galleries through a new lens? During this special member experience, enjoy a docent-led tour designed to deepen your connection to the MFA’s remarkable collection. This special event has a limited capacity for up to only 25 participants.
- [Studio Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-11-14-26/) - Abracadabra! Transform any object into art with a wave of your magic wand. Using inspiration from our newest special exhibition, New African Masquerades, you’ll discover how everyday objects can be turned into enchanting art.
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-11-29-26/) - Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
- [Homeschool Hours | Portraiture + Identity](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-12-9-26/) - Create a mixed media self-portrait that reflects your identity, interests, and experiences—not just your appearance. Then, use the in-gallery activity guide to explore the stories of people represented throughout the museum’s galleries.
- [Discover the MFA: Member Experience](https://mfastpete.org/event/discover-the-mfa-dec/) - New to membership at the MFA? Or are you a current member eager to see the galleries through a new lens? During this special member experience, enjoy a docent-led tour designed to deepen your connection to the MFA’s remarkable collection. This special event has a limited capacity for up to only 25 participants.
- [Studio Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-12-12-26/) - One of the oldest forms of visual arts, portraiture teaches us about historical figures, ancestry, and so much more. What would your portrait say about you? Create portraits of yourself, a friend, or a family member at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-12-27-26/) - Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
- [Homeschool Hours | New African Masquerades](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-9-9-26/) - Reveal the hidden secrets of the museum’s newest special exhibition, New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations. Featuring masks and full-body costumes that embody spirits, deities and ancestors, take inspiration from these contemporary artists and create your own accessories to represent the people and things that are important to you.
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-9-5-26/) - Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play and inspired by our newest special exhibition: New African Masquerades.
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-8-30-26/) - Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-aad-8-27/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Writer’s Workshop | Line/Break](https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-8-20-26/) - Line/Break is a workshop about why poets break a line—and what happens in the white space around it. Through close reading, hands-on experimentation, and a little deliberate destruction, we’ll explore how a single shift in lineation can change the rhythm, the meaning, and the feeling of a poem entirely.
- [Language Tour Series | German-Speaking Tour with Anita Birrer](https://mfastpete.org/event/language-tour-series-german-speaking-tour-with-anita-birrer-16aug2026/) - Schließen Sie sich uns jeden dritten Sonntag um 14 Uhr im MFA für unsere neuen Sprachrundgänge an! Jeden Monat wird ein MFA-Museumsführer einen Rundgang in einer anderen Sprache als Englisch leiten und so eine einzigartige Möglichkeit bieten, die Sammlung des Museums zu erleben. Egal, ob Sie die Sprache fließend beherrschen, Ihre Fähigkeiten üben möchten oder eine kunstvolle Möglichkeit suchen, mit dem Lernen zu beginnen – diese Rundgänge sind eine großartige Gelegenheit, sich durch Kunst und Kultur mit anderen zu verbinden!
- [[SOLD OUT] Pie, Memory & Making<br>Café Clementine Workshop](https://mfastpete.org/event/pie-memory-makingcafe-clementine-workshop/) - Explore pie as both a craft and a cultural artifact with Café Clementine Founder & Creative Director Paulina Graniela and Kitchen Manager, Pastry Chef Cay Scheuer in this hands-on workshop during Art After Dark.
- [MFA Shop Sunrise Sale 2026](https://mfastpete.org/event/mfa-shop-sunrise-sale-2026/) - Rise and shine for the 53rd Annual Sunrise Sale! Join the MFA Shop on Thursday, July 16, for one of downtown St. Petersburg's favorite summer traditions. Shop books, jewelry, gifts, toys, and more while enjoying 20% off storewide—with MFA Members receiving an additional 10% discount. Start your morning with unbeatable savings and discover unique finds before the sun is fully up!
- [Public Library Outreach <br>Ancient Pottery - A Hands On Experience](https://mfastpete.org/event/public-library-outreach-ancient-pottery-a-hands-on-experience/) - Step back in time and outside the museum walls to discover the incredible world of antiquity at the Barbara Ponce Public Library. This exciting, interactive workshop brings history to life as you create your own replica of ancient pottery.
- [After Hours (21+) | The Alchemist](https://mfastpete.org/event/after-hours-21-the-alchemist/) - Experience an adults-only evening of art and music that emulates the mysterious and world-building work of artist Ali Banisadr. His intricate abstractions and colorful brushwork set the tone for a night of after-hours exploration filled with wine tasting, live sculpting, tarot card reading, and more.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-6-25-26/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. Add a touch of magic to your evening with music in the Marly Room, featuring the acclaimed Ibison Guitar Duo.
- [Homeschool Hours | Yvette Mayorga and The Magic Grasshopper](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-7-8-26/) - With a little imagination and a whole lot of inspiration from Yvette Mayorga’s The Magic Grasshopper, you’ll create your own mini and magical form of transportation using recycled materials.
- [Discover the MFA: Member Experience](https://mfastpete.org/event/discover-the-mfa-july/) - New to membership at the MFA? Or are you a current member eager to see the galleries through a new lens? During this special member experience, enjoy a docent-led tour designed to deepen your connection to the MFA’s remarkable collection. This special event has a limited capacity for up to only 25 participants.
- [In Conversation | Ward Shelley, Douglas Paulson, & Dr. Stanton Thomas](https://mfastpete.org/event/in-conversation-shelley-paulson-thomas/) - You’re invited to a thought-provoking conversation with Ward Shelley and Douglas Paulson, the artists behind The Last Library IV: Written in Water, and the MFA's Hazel & William Hough Chief Curator, Dr. Stanton Thomas. Together, they'll unpack the ideas behind this immersive installation, a precarious library where truth, fiction, and power collide.
- [Save the Date: The MFA Gala](https://mfastpete.org/event/mfa-gala-2027/) - You are invited to join the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg for its inaugural Gala—an unforgettable evening celebrating the Museum’s bold future as a vibrant cultural hub for Tampa Bay.
- [Book + Banisadr Book Club | Sound + Composition](https://mfastpete.org/event/book-banisadr-book-club-3/) - Immerse yourself into the complex, turbulent world of Ali Banisadr’s art through the lens of contemporary fiction. This month’s selection, A Visit from the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan, is an award-winning, genre-bending novel that follows interconnected lives across time, exploring music, memory, and the deeply human pursuit of meaning, redemption, and connection.
- [In Conversation | Yvette Mayorga and Katherine Pill](https://mfastpete.org/event/in-conversation-yvette-mayorga-katherine-pill/) - In this intimate conversation, Senior Curator of Contemporary Art Katherine Pill sits down with multidisciplinary artist Yvette Mayorga, whose work links feminized labor and the aesthetics of celebration to colonial art history and racialized oppression through the guise of using pink as a weapon of mass destruction.
- [Marly Music Presents the Ibison Guitar Duo](https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-presents-the-ibison-guitar-duo/) - Fall under the spell of the Ibison Guitar Duo in an evening of exceptional classical guitar. Featuring the rhythmic energy of Piazolla’s Tango Suite, Bach’s dramatic English Suite No. 3, and pieces by Coste, Gangi, and Castelnuovo-Tedesco.
- [Ceramic Sculpture Workshop with Ellie Becker](https://mfastpete.org/event/ceramic-sculpture-workshop/) - Roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty in this ceramic workshop with local artist Ellie Becker. You’ll shape and sculpt your own expressive clay figure, all while enjoying the evening ambiance of Art After Dark.
- [Art After Dark: A Jazz Night with Fern & Friends](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-jazz-night-7-9-26/) - Start your weekend early with exclusive after-hours access to the MFA. Experience the expressive and distinctive music of dynamic jazz ensemble Fern & Friends, wander the galleries, and enjoy a drink at Café Clementine, all while soaking in the distinct ambiance of the museum at night.
- [Writer’s Workshop | First Draft Club](https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-7-16-26/) - Are you curious about poetry forms you haven’t tried yet but feel a little intimidated about where to begin? First Draft Club isn't a lecture or critique session. It's a space to experiment, make ugly drafts, and leave with tools you actually know how to use.
- [Writer’s Workshop | Loud and Proud – A Queer Workshop](https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-6-18-26/) - What does queerness feel like? What does it cost? What does it mean and what does it refuse to mean? These are the questions at the heart of Loud and Proud, a workshop for queer poets at any stage of their writing journey.
- [Art After Dark: Summer Sessions<br>Café Clementine Hosts Lost Coast Oyster Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-6-4-26/) - DJ Brian’s summer sessions create the perfect soundtrack for an evening of atmospheric energy and after-hours discovery. Explore the galleries, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. Plus, enjoy fresh-shucked oysters at a raw bar pop-up from Lost Coast Oyster Co.
- [Art After Dark: Summer Sessions<br>Café Clementine Hosts Lost Coast Oyster Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-7-2-26/) - DJ Brian’s summer sessions create the perfect soundtrack for an evening of atmospheric energy and after-hours discovery. Explore the galleries, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights. Plus, enjoy fresh-shucked oysters at a raw bar pop-up from Lost Coast Oyster Co.
- [Art After Dark + Jazz Night with Chaunces Trio<br>Café Clementine Hosts Lost Coast Oyster Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-6-11-26/) - Start your weekend early with exclusive after-hours access to the MFA. Experience the sounds of one of St. Pete’s most exciting jazz ensembles, Chaunces Trio, wander the galleries, and enjoy a drink at Café Clementine, all while soaking in the distinct ambiance of the museum at night. Plus, enjoy fresh-shucked oysters at a raw bar pop-up from Lost Coast Oyster Co.
- [In Conversation: Sarah Ann Weber and Stefano Di Paola](https://mfastpete.org/event/in-conversation-sarah-ann-weber-stefano-di-paola/) - Known for her richly layered works on paper, Sarah Ann Weber creates lush, immersive environments that blur the boundaries between landscape, memory, and inner life. In this conversation, Weber and gallerist Stefano Di Paola will discuss the evolution of her practice, the role of material and process in her work, and the artist–gallerist relationship.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-6-18-26/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-7-23-26/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-7-16-26/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Banned Books Journaling Session with Book + Bottle](https://mfastpete.org/event/banned-books-journaling/) - Bring your journal, an open mind, and a willingness to engage deeply with stories that continue to challenge, provoke, and inspire in this immersive evening of literature, reflection, and creative exploration.
- [Classical Guitar Master Class featuring Ibison Guitar Duo](https://mfastpete.org/event/classical-guitar-master-class-feat-ibison-guitar-duo/) - Join the acclaimed Ibison Guitar Duo for an interactive master class designed for local guitarists and advanced students. Participants will have the opportunity to perform and receive direct feedback from the duo. Interested in observing? Auditors are welcome to attend and watch.
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-6-28-26/) - Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-nature-sunset-tour-5-31-26/) - Embark on a journey of natural wonder through this unique collaboration between the MFA and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center. Explore how artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world, then set off on a boating adventure filled with scientific and artistic discovery.
- [Language Tour Series | Russian-Speaking Tour with Natalie Velez featuring Ali Banisadr: The Alchemist ](https://mfastpete.org/event/russian-speaking-tour-with-natalie-velez-the-alchemist/) - Приглашаем вас в Музей Изобразительных Искусств (MFA) на новую серию экскурсий на иностранных языках! Каждое третье воскресенье месяца в 14:00 экскурсовод музея проводит обзорную экскурсию на языке, отличном от английского. Эти экскурсии — прекрасная возможность: ближе познакомиться с коллекцией музея, встретить единомышленников, улучшить знание изучаемого вами языка.
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-7-4-26/) - Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities inspired by Yvette Mayorga’s The Magic Grasshopper, displayed in front of the museum.
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-6-6-26/) - Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. Also, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play.
- [Studio Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-7-11-26/) - Put on your favorite pink attire! We’re taking inspiration from Yvette Mayorga’s The Magic Grasshopper and creating monochromatic pink artwork at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-6-10-26/) - You won’t believe how many animals you can find inside the MFA! Learn about all the animals featured in the museum and their importance in art history. Then, create your own piece of animal art to take home.
- [Book + Banisadr Book Club | Mythology + History](https://mfastpete.org/event/book-banisadr-book-club-2/) - Immerse yourself into the complex, turbulent world of Ali Banisadr’s art through the lens of contemporary fiction. This month’s book club pick, Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James, is an award-winning, genre-defying novel that blends myth, fantasy, and African history in an epic quest to find a missing child—exploring truth, power, and the stories we choose to believe.
- [[SOLD OUT] Summer Camps at the MFA: Art & Archaeology Camp](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-archaeology-camp/) - Are you ready to dig up some history? Travel back in time as we learn about the art and science of archaeology. Discover how archaeologists piece together the past from Ancient Greece and Rome to Mesoamerica and even right here in Tampa Bay!
- [[SOLD OUT] Summer Camps at the MFA: STEAM Summer Camp](https://mfastpete.org/event/steam-summer-camp/) - Discover how science, technology, engineering, and math are all connected to the arts. We’ll dive into marine biology and our local ecosystem, experiment with colorful chemistries, and go on safari in the gallery. Special guests will bring the wonders of nature inside to inspire artmaking and highlight how we can protect wildlife right here in Tampa Bay.
- [Studio Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-6-13-26/) - Create colorful crowns, bracelets, flowers and more at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun!
- [Studio Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-5-9-26/) - Kick off your summer at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory and create an artistic bookmark to take home. Whether you’re using it for children’s books or novels, our bookmark making is for all ages. We’ll bring the materials, stickers and more. You bring the fun!
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-5-13-26/) - Join the MFA as we explore culture, history, math, and the science of art alongside our newest exhibition, Ali Banisadr: The Alchemist. Learn about synesthesia and how it influenced Banisadr’s experience and art. Then, create your own piece of art to take home.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-28-26/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-21-26/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Language Tour Series | German-Speaking Tour with Anita Birrer](https://mfastpete.org/event/german-speaking-tour-with-anita-birrer-5-17-26/) - Schließen Sie sich uns jeden dritten Sonntag um 14 Uhr im MFA für unsere neuen Sprachrundgänge an! Jeden Monat wird ein MFA-Museumsführer einen Rundgang in einer anderen Sprache als Englisch leiten und so eine einzigartige Möglichkeit bieten, die Sammlung des Museums zu erleben. Egal, ob Sie die Sprache fließend beherrschen, Ihre Fähigkeiten üben möchten oder eine kunstvolle Möglichkeit suchen, mit dem Lernen zu beginnen – diese Rundgänge sind eine großartige Gelegenheit, sich durch Kunst und Kultur mit anderen zu verbinden!
- [Painting in the Park 2026](https://mfastpete.org/event/painting-in-the-park-2026/) - Families, friends, and art lovers of all ages are invited to spend the day exploring 20+ colorful, creative, messy, and marvelous art activities inspired by works from the museum’s collection. Activities are designed for everyone—from toddlers and teens to adults ready to rediscover their inner artist. Free for everyone!
- [Art After Dark + Jazz Night with Chaunces Trio](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-14-26/) - Start your weekend early with exclusive after-hours access to the MFA. Experience the sounds of one of St. Pete’s most exciting jazz ensembles, Chaunces Trio, wander the galleries, and enjoy a drink at Café Clementine, all while soaking in the distinct ambiance of the museum at night.
- [Curator Talk | Noah Cox on The Question of Abstraction](https://mfastpete.org/event/curator-talk-noah-cox-the-question-of-abstraction/) - Join Noah Cox, Assistant Curator, for an engaging conversation about the significance and evolution of abstract art, from the early days of Modernism to the present.
- [Book + Banisadr Book Club | War + Apocalypse](https://mfastpete.org/event/book-banisadr-book-club-1/) - Immerse yourself in the complex, turbulent world of Ali Banisadr’s art through the lens of contemporary fiction. The Stationary Shop by Marjan Kamali, is a poignant novel of love, loss, and fate set against the backdrop of 1950s Tehran, following a young couple whose lives are forever changed by political upheaval.
- [Art After Dark](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-7-26/) - Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. Pair your visit with Café Clementine’s L’Apéro hours, featuring organic wines, local Green Bench beer, and a lineup of savory and sweet delights.
- [Collectors Circle Info Session](https://mfastpete.org/event/26-cc-info-session/) - Curious about deepening your engagement with the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg? Join us for an intimate information session to learn more about the Collectors Circle—a dynamic group of patrons committed to shaping the future of the museum’s collection.
- [Sensory Saturday <br>Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-5-2-26/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the first Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment.
- [In Conversation | Ali Banisadr and Dr. Stanton Thomas](https://mfastpete.org/event/in-conversation-ali-banisadr-stanton-thomas/) - In Conversation | Ali Banisadr and Dr. Stanton Thomas Don’t miss this exclusive morning of art and art history! Join artist Ali Banisadr in conversation with Dr. Stanton Thomas, the MFA’s Hazel and William Hough Chief Curator, for an illuminating discussion on the ideas, experiences, and influences that shape Banisadr’s singular artistic practice. In this rare, intimate dialogue, we explore the
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-4-30-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year. Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to enjoy.
- [Writer’s Workshop | The Garden of Your Mind](https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-4-30-26/) - Celebrate National Poetry Month at the MFA! In partnership with poet Ariana Kija Matondo, the MFA is hosting a three-part poetry workshop series focused on ekphrastic poetry—the art of writing descriptive and imaginative poetry inspired by visual art. In the third workshop of the series, participants are invited to consider how art exists beyond museum
- [Art After Dark at the MFA | Art in Bloom](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-4-16-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year, featuring discounted admission and exclusive programming—from docent-led tours and talks to films and special experiences. On Thursday, April 16, enjoy Art After Dark alongside the opening of Art in Bloom, the MFA’s beloved spring tradition celebrating the connection between art and nature. Bring
- [Art in Bloom | Floral Designer & Docent Tour](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-floral-designer-docent-tour/) - Art in Bloom | Floral Designer & Docent Tour Experience the intersection of fine art and floral mastery. Join an Art in Bloom floral designer and a Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg docent for an intimate gallery tour exploring the dialogue between botanical design and the permanent collection. You will be among the first
- [Distant Worlds](https://mfastpete.org/event/distant-worlds/) - Join the MFA and St. Petersburg Poet Laureate Denzel Johnson-Green for an afternoon of wonder and creation as Cellist Cori Lint weaves a map to new sonic worlds. As she performs her works, the audience will be given the option to write poems inspired by Lint’s six pieces and the colored lights that hang above
- [Spray Art Workshop | Hosted by MFA Teens](https://mfastpete.org/event/spray-art-workshop/) - Join us as we open our new exhibition, Ali Banisadr: The Alchemist, with spray paint and a lesson on the history of graffiti. As a young artist in San Francisco, artist Ali Banisadr became involved with the local graffiti art community early into his creative career. We're partnering with Overspray Art Space, some local friends who
- [Ali Banisadr: The Alchemist and The Last Library IV: Written in Water | MFA Member-Exclusive Preview](https://mfastpete.org/event/ali-banisadr-member-preview/) - Two Extraordinary Exhibitions. One Unforgettable Night. MFA Member-Exclusive Preview & Reception The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg Executive Director & CEO, Klaudio Rodriguez and the Board of Trustees invite you to an exclusive first look at a double-feature opening: Ali Banisadr: The Alchemist and The Last Library IV: Written in Water. Get ready for
- [Exclusive Artist Tour | The Alchemist with Ali Banisadr](https://mfastpete.org/event/the-alchemist-with-ali-banisadr/) - Exclusive Artist Tour | The Alchemist with Ali Banisadr Be among the first to experience Ali Banisadr: The Alchemist in this exclusive tour led by the artist himself. As you move through the galleries, Banisadr will share insights into nearly two decades of his work, reflecting on the memories, sounds, and histories that shape his richly layered paintings, and offering a rare, personal
- [“UNTITLED” | an MFA Teen Night](https://mfastpete.org/event/untitled-an-mfa-teen-night-4-23-26/) - This student party is the perfect way to hang out with friends as summer approaches. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out, this event has something for everyone! Explore the museum after hours, enjoy delicious food and refreshments, come dressed to see the current exhibitions, take in the atmosphere
- [Ribbon Cutting: Yvette Mayorga’s Magic Grasshopper](https://mfastpete.org/event/magic-grasshopper-opening/) - Experience Yvette Mayorga’s Magic Grasshopper at the MFA Join us on Thursday, March 26 at 6 PM, for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for our newest outdoor installation, Magic Grasshopper by renowned artist Yvette Mayorga. Standing 30 feet long in front of the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, this fantastical, pink-hued sculpture is much more
- [MFA Teens with Rohry O'Malley | T-shirt Screen Printing Workshop](https://mfastpete.org/event/mfa-teens-tshirt-screen-printing-workshop/) - Screen print a t-shirt with us and Rohry O'Malley from Sick Dope Fresh Print Company. Rohry’s manual screen-printing shop prints hats and t-shirts locally here in St. Pete. Learn how to burn screens and pick up tips and tricks for screen printing, then head home with a limited-edition MFA t-shirt. Check out the t-shirt design
- [After Hours (21+) | In Caravaggio’s Light](https://mfastpete.org/event/after-hours-21-in-caravaggios-light/) - On Friday the 13th, step into the shadows and experience the dramatic world of Caravaggio. This adults-only evening brings together art, music, fashion, flavor, and flair, immersing guests in the spectacle of the Baroque. Dress to impress and explore the museum after hours—sip lavish cocktails (cash bar), create your own Baroque-inspired art moments, and move
- [Spring Break Teen Workshop | Print!](https://mfastpete.org/event/spring-break-teen-workshop-print/) - The Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg is hosting its first-ever week of Spring Break Teen Workshops! Students from ages 13-17 are invited to join us for immersive days of learning, creativity, and hands-on artmaking. Teens can register for a single day or mix and match sessions throughout the week. Purchase the full-week package for
- [Spring Break Teen Workshop | Collage and Mixed Media!](https://mfastpete.org/event/spring-break-teen-workshop-collage/) - The Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg is hosting its first-ever week of Spring Break Teen Workshops! Students from ages 13-17 are invited to join us for immersive days of learning, creativity, and hands-on artmaking. Teens can register for a single day or mix and match sessions throughout the week. Purchase the full-week package for
- [Spring Break Teen Workshop | Paint!](https://mfastpete.org/event/spring-break-teen-workshop-paint/) - The Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg is hosting its first-ever week of Spring Break Teen Workshops! Students from ages 13-17 are invited to join us for immersive days of learning, creativity, and hands-on artmaking. Teens can register for a single day or mix and match sessions throughout the week. Purchase the full-week package for
- [Caravaggio In a Different Light | Curator-Led Black Light Tour](https://mfastpete.org/event/caravaggio-in-a-different-light/) - An Exclusive Curator-Led Black Light Tour of the Baroque Every painting tells two stories: the one the artist intended, and the one the centuries have left behind… As the acclaimed exhibition In Caravaggio’s Light enters its final days before closing on March 22, we invite you to a rare, before-hours investigation of the Baroque. Join
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-4-23-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-4-2-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [An Evening with Art Collector Dennis Scholl and Klaudio Rodriguez](https://mfastpete.org/event/an-evening-with-art-collector-dennis-scholl/) - An Evening with Art Collector Dennis Scholl in conversation with Klaudio Rodriguez. Join the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg for a special evening with renowned arts patron, award-winning filmmaker, collector, and cultural advocate Dennis Scholl, in conversation with MFA Executive Director and CEO Klaudio Rodriguez. Together, they will explore the evolving role of collectors, philanthropy,
- [[SOLD OUT] Marly Music Presents |  Baroque Resonance: Classical Guitar with René Izquierdo](https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-rene-izquierdo/) - In dialogue with the special exhibition In Caravaggio’s Light, the MFA presents a singular musical evening with Cuban-born classical guitarist René Izquierdo. Known for his expressive artistry and global acclaim, Izquierdo will perform a thoughtfully curated program that bridges centuries and continents. This intimate concert features an original composition written in the Baroque style, alongside
- [Art After Dark at the MFA + Jazz Night with Chaunces Trio](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-3-12-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Spotlight Series | The Art in Molecule Connections](https://mfastpete.org/event/spotlight-series-the-art-in-molecule-connections/) - MFA Spotlight Series | The Art in Molecule Connections Join MFA Docent Dorothy Cappadona and scientists from the Tampa Bay Research Institute for a gallery talk that bridges sciences and art. Within the 20th Century Modern Art galleries of the MFA, see how artists get their inspiration from nature and how scientists see artistic elements
- [[SOLD OUT] Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Sacred + Secular](https://mfastpete.org/event/baroque-bottle-book-club-3-19-26/) - Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Sacred + Secular In conjunction with In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi, the MFA introduces the Baroque + Bottle Book Club, a dynamic literary series that pairs contemporary fiction with the timeless themes of the Baroque. Presented in partnership with Book + Bottle, St.
- [Writer’s Workshop | The Alive Poets Society: Poetry and Ancient Art](https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-3-26-26/) - In partnership with poet Ariana Kija Matondo, the MFA is hosting a three-part poetry workshop series focused on ekphrastic poetry—the art of writing descriptive and imaginative poetry inspired by visual art. In the second workshop of the series, participants will explore ancient art and ancient poetry while engaging in intimate conversations about how these works
- [MFA Teens with Dani Rayne Simmons | Conversation with a Creative](https://mfastpete.org/event/conversation-with-a-creative-dani-rayne-simmons/) - Have you wondered how your creativity can make a difference? Are you interested in finding your voice across mediums? Join the conversation with Dani Rayne Simmons, as we talk about her career using creativity as a tool for change. MFA Teens with Dani Rayne Simmons | Conversation with a Creative Sunday, March 8, 2026
- [[SOLD OUT] Writer’s Workshop | Dream Residue: Ekphrasis in the Real World](https://mfastpete.org/event/writers-workshop-2-26-26/) - The Museum of Fine Arts, in partnership with poet Ariana Kija Matondo, is excited to launch a three-part poetry workshop series focused on ekphrastic poetry—the art of writing descriptive and imaginative poetry inspired by visual art. The first workshop invites participants to gently explore the subconscious through close observation, with an emphasis on dreamscapes, junk
- [Art Market Hour | EXPO CHICAGO](https://mfastpete.org/event/market-hour-expo-chicago/) - Art Market Hour | EXPO CHICAGO EXPO CHICAGO Director, Kate Sierzputowski in conversation with MFA CEO, Klaudio Rodriguez Join us for a special Art Market Hour at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg featuring a conversation between Kate Sierzputowski—Director at EXPO CHICAGO—and Klaudio Rodriguez, Executive Director & CEO of the MFA. Together, they will explore key trends
- [Art in Bloom 2026 | Conversations with the Designers](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2026-conversations-with-the-designers/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art in Bloom 2026](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2026-4/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art in Bloom 2026](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2026-3/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art in Bloom 2026](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2026-2/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art in Bloom 2026](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2026-1/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art in Bloom | Flowers After Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-flowers-after-hours-2026/) - Join us for "Blooming Galleries," an enchanting evening where art comes to life. Your night begins by previewing the galleries filled with stunning floral interpretations, followed by dinner and an open bar in the beautiful Marly Room and Gardens. Enjoy vibrant exhibits, garden-inspired elegance, and a night of dancing as The Black Honkeys Band takes
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-3-26-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-2-26-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Language Tour Series | Spanish-Speaking Tour with Nelson Lees featuring "In Caravaggio's Light" and "Baroque Continuum"](https://mfastpete.org/event/spanish-speaking-tour-2-15-26/) - Español: Por favor únete a nosotros en el Museo de las Bellas Artes (MFA), St. Petersburg cada tercer domingo a las 2 p.m. para nuestra nueva serie de Giras de Idiomas! Cada mes, un docente del MFA liderará un recorrido en un idioma distinto del inglés, ofreciendo una oportunidad excepcional para disfrutar la vasta colección
- [Art After Dark at the MFA + Jazz Night with Chaunces Trio](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-2-12-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art in Bloom | Lessons from the Garden Luncheon](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-lessons-from-the-garden-luncheon/) - "Lessons from the Garden" Luncheon Please join us as we joyfully welcome the return of spring and celebrate the start of all things Art in Bloom with a charming luncheon at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. Sip prosecco as you stroll through our curated collection of fabulous opportunity items, and delight in a spring-inspired pop-up
- [MFA Teen Poetry Night](https://mfastpete.org/event/mfa-teen-poetry-night-2026/) - Join us in the galleries for an unforgettable evening of original poetry and powerful voices as the MFA presents Teen Poetry Night, a spoken-word performance led by the 2026 MFA Teen Poetry Fellows. Over the course of four weeks, these high school poets explored the museum’s galleries, drawing inspiration from artworks spanning nearly 5,000 years of global creativity. Guided
- [[SOLD OUT] Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Body + Perception](https://mfastpete.org/event/baroque-bottle-book-club-2-19-26/) - Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Body + Perception In conjunction with In Caravaggio’s Light: Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi, the MFA introduces the Baroque + Bottle Book Club, a dynamic literary series that pairs contemporary fiction with the timeless themes of the Baroque. Presented in partnership with Book + Bottle, St. Pete’s
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-3-19-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-3-5-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-2-19-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-2-14-26/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free art making activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Café Clementine while you make some
- [Language Tour Series | Spanish-Speaking Tour with Richard Perea](https://mfastpete.org/event/spanish-speaking-tour-with-richard-perea-2-15-26/) - Español: Por favor únete a nosotros en el Museo de las Bellas Artes (MFA), St. Petersburg cada tercer domingo a las 2 p.m. para nuestra nueva serie de Giras de Idiomas! Cada mes, un docente del MFA liderará un recorrido en un idioma distinto del inglés, ofreciendo una oportunidad excepcional para disfrutar la vasta colección
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-1-29-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Baroque Unbound | Immersive Opera with Nathan Felix](https://mfastpete.org/event/immersive-opera/) - For one night only, the MFA presents an original immersive opera in partnership with acclaimed composer Nathan Felix. Inspired by exhibition, In Caravaggio’s Light, this site-specific performance will unfold across the museum’s campus, guiding audiences through the galleries on a layered emotional and musical journey that brings the drama and theatricality of the Baroque to
- [[SOLD OUT] Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Fragility + Faith](https://mfastpete.org/event/baroque-bottle-book-club-1-15-26/) - Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Fragility + Faith Please note that this event is at capacity and tickets are no longer available. In conjunction with In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi, the MFA introduces the Baroque + Bottle Book Club, a dynamic literary series that pairs contemporary fiction with
- [Teen Arts Council Q&A Meet-up](https://mfastpete.org/event/teen-arts-council-meet-up/) - If you're curious about applying to join the Teen Arts Council here at the Museum of Fine Arts, come and stop by to meet some of the members of our last cohort! The previous TAC Members will share their thoughts and memories on their experiences. This is a great way to see the museum if
- [New Year's Eve (21+) | Midnight in Caravaggio’s Light](https://mfastpete.org/event/midnight-in-caravaggios-light/) - This New Year’s Eve, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg hosts the city’s most dazzling celebration—Midnight in Caravaggio’s Light. Inspired by the drama and radiance of In Caravaggio’s Light, this all-inclusive, art-filled night is designed to impress from the first toast to the final firework. ✨ What’s Included: Open Bar, All Night – Celebrate
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-1-15-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-1-8-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Spotlight Series | Masculine Beauty in Baroque and Contemporary Contexts](https://mfastpete.org/event/spotlight-series-masculine-beauty-in-baroque/) - MFA Spotlight Series | Masculine Beauty in Baroque and Contemporary Contexts with Natalie Velez and Brett F. Harvey Join MFA Docent and Ph.D. Candidate Natalie Velez and contemporary artist Brett F. Harvey for a thought-provoking gallery talk that bridges intimidating physicality and pensive vulnerability. Within the special exhibitions In Caravaggio’s Light and Baroque Continuum, see
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-1-22-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Women + Exclusion [SOLD OUT]](https://mfastpete.org/event/baroque-bottle-book-club-12-18-25/) - Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Women + Exclusion In conjunction with In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi, the MFA introduces the Baroque + Bottle Book Club, a dynamic literary series that pairs contemporary fiction with the timeless themes of the Baroque. Presented in partnership with Book + Bottle, St.
- [Language Tour Series | Russian-Speaking Tour with Natalie Velez featuring In Caravaggio's Light](https://mfastpete.org/event/russian-speaking-tour-with-natalie-velez/) - Русский: Приглашаем вас в Музей Изобразительных Искусств (MFA) на новую серию экскурсий на иностранных языках! Каждое третье воскресенье месяца в 14:00 экскурсовод музея проводит обзорную экскурсию на языке, отличном от английского. Эти экскурсии — прекрасная возможность: ближе познакомиться с коллекцией музея, встретить единомышленников, улучшить знание изучаемого вами языка. Участие в экскурсии включено в стоимость входного
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-4-26-26/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-3-29-26/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-1-25-26/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-2-22-26/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Marly Music Presents | St. Pete Baroque](https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-st-pete-baroque-12-7-25/) - In conjunction with In Caravaggio’s Light, the MFA is pleased to present a special performance by St. Pete Baroque, a dynamic local ensemble devoted to reviving the spirit, spontaneity, and emotional richness of Baroque music. This program will blend exquisite musical performance with engaging historical context, giving audiences insight into the social, cultural, and artistic
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-1-1-26/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-12-18-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-12-11-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Representation + Marginalization [SOLD OUT]](https://mfastpete.org/event/baroque-bottle-book-club-11-20-25/) - Baroque + Bottle Book Club | Representation + Marginalization In conjunction with In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi, the MFA introduces the Baroque + Bottle Book Club, a dynamic literary series that pairs contemporary fiction with the timeless themes of the Baroque. Presented in partnership with Book + Bottle, St.
- [Museum Store Sunday 2025](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-store-sunday-2025/) - Start your holiday shopping early during Museum Store Sunday, November 30, 2025! The MFA Shop offers a variety of gifts — from art books to unique souvenirs, playful toys to charming cards — perfect for everyone on your list. Plus, receive a FREE tote bag with any purchase over $50 (while supplies last). Museums foster
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-4-4-26/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Visitors can also join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-2-7-26/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Visitors can also join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-3-7-26/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Visitors can also join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-1-3-26/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Visitors can also join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities
- [“UNTITLED” | an MFA Teen Night](https://mfastpete.org/event/untitled-an-mfa-teen-night/) - This student party is the perfect way to close out the semester. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just looking for a fun night with friends, this event has something for everyone! Explore the museum after-hours, enjoy delicious food and refreshments, come dressed to see the current exhibitions, enjoy the scene with some music, and
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-11-20-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-11-6-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA | Spooky Edition](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-spooky-edition-10-30-25/) - Art After Dark at the MFA: Spooky Edition invites you to experience the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg like never before. In this Halloween-themed evening, enjoy trick-or-treating, hands-on activities, and eerie docent-led tours that uncover the darker side of the MFA’s collection, with fascinating stories behind select works of art. Wander the galleries after
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-1-14-26/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All Ages Welcome; Geared Towards Ages 5-14. This month, explore objects in our galleries highlighting Art of the Americas. Learn
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-4-8-26/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All Ages Welcome; Geared Towards Ages 5-14. This month, in the spirit of MFA’s annual Art in Bloom coming up,
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-3-11-26/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All Ages Welcome; Geared Towards Ages 5-14. Landscapes within artwork have been around for centuries, but have changed over time
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-2-11-26/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All Ages Welcome; Geared Towards Ages 5-14. This month spotlights Modern Art, where the elements of art take center stage
- [Artist Talk | Reza Aramesh and the Baroque Continuum](https://mfastpete.org/event/artist-talk-reza-aramesh/) - Artist Talk | Reza Aramesh and the Baroque Continuum The drama, theatricality, and emotional intensity of Baroque art continue to resonate in contemporary practice, as internationally acclaimed artist Reza Aramesh demonstrates in his work across photography, sculpture, video, and performance. Engaging critically with Western art history, Aramesh draws on these Baroque qualities while exploring narratives
- [Scholar Talk | Professor Cristina Acidini from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi](https://mfastpete.org/event/scholar-talk-professor-cristina-acidini/) - Scholar Talk | Professor Cristina Acidini from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi Join us opening weekend of In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi for an illuminating lecture presented by Professor Cristina Acidini from the distinguished institution behind this exhibition. This rare opportunity offers audiences an insider’s view into the origins, scholarship,
- [Scholar Tour | Professor Maria Cristina Bandera and In Caravaggio’s Light](https://mfastpete.org/event/scholar-tour-professor-maria-cristina-bandera/) - Scholar Tour | Professor Maria Cristina Bandera and In Caravaggio’s Light Experience In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi through the rare perspective of Professor Maria Cristina Bandera, esteemed art historian and member of the board of directors of the Fondazione Roberto Longhi. In this intimate gallery tour, Professor Bandera will
- [In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi Member Preview](https://mfastpete.org/event/in-caravaggio-light-member-preview/) - In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi Member Preview The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg Executive Director, Klaudio Rodriguez and the Board of Trustees invite you to the exclusive Member Preview of In Caravaggio’s Light | Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi. Celebrate this special evening with fellow members as
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-4-11-26/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free art making activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Cafe Clementine while you make some
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-3-14-26/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free art making activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Cafe Clementine while you make some
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-1-10-26/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free art making activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Café Clementine while you make some
- [Language Tour Series | Spanish-Speaking Tour with Richard Perea](https://mfastpete.org/event/spanish-speaking-tour-11-16-25/) - Español: Por favor únete a nosotros en el Museo de las Bellas Artes (MFA), St. Petersburg cada tercer domingo a las 2 p.m. para nuestra nueva serie de Giras de Idiomas! Cada mes, un docente del MFA liderará un recorrido en un idioma distinto del inglés, ofreciendo una oportunidad excepcional para disfrutar la vasta colección
- [Homeschool Hours | In Caravaggio's Light](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-11-12-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages welcome, geared towards ages 5-14. This month we will feature the special exhibition In Caravaggio’s Light. Explore the
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA | In Caravaggio's Light](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-11-8-25/) - Join us every second Saturday for a free art-making activity in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. Studio Saturdays are a casual pop-up studio program open to all ages and all levels of experience! Learn new techniques or practice favorite skills alongside MFA educators. This month, we’ll focus on the special exhibition In Caravaggio’s Light as
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.  | In Caravaggio's Light](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-11-1-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Visitors can also join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program, in collaboration
- [Smartly Dressed Fashion Show 2025 [SOLD OUT]](https://mfastpete.org/event/smartly-dressed-fashion-show-2025/) - The Margaret Acheson Stuart Society is pleased to announce the details of its annual Smartly Dressed Fashion Show & Luncheon, one of St. Petersburg’s most anticipated charity events of the social season! Smartly Dressed, Welcome to New York is sponsored by Dillard’s and will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at The Coliseum. Doors open at
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-with-tombolo-books-11-19-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: "Cat Nap" by Brian Lies Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something fun to discover
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-10-16-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-10-9-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-12-28-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-11-30-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-10-26-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.: Spooky Edition](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-10-4-25/) - Join us for a boo-tiful morning at the MFA as we welcome families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries in a calm, quiet environment. On the first Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm, all rotating audio components in the galleries are turned down or muted to create a
- [After Hours (21+): Nina Yankowitz | In the Out/Out the In](https://mfastpete.org/event/after-hours-21-nina-yankowitz-in-the-out-out-the-in/) - A Night of Immersive Art and Sound Join us for an art party you won't want to miss. At this 21+ community celebration at the Museum of Fine Arts, we’re blending live DJ sets, contemporary art, and hands-on experiences into one immersive evening where art meets sound in unexpected ways. This special night is a
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-10-8-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All Ages Welcome; Geared Towards Ages 5-14. This month, we will focus on artists and their paintings from the Impressionist
- [Free Museum Day 2025 | Arts Alive](https://mfastpete.org/event/arts-alive-museum-day-2025/) - Join us on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 10 am–5 pm (last entry at 4 pm), to celebrate Free Museum Day 2025 | Arts Alive in St. Petersburg. The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is pleased to participate in this city-wide event again this year, with complimentary museum admission for Pinellas County residents with a valid ID.
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-12-10-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All Ages Welcome; Geared Towards Ages 5-14. This month we will look at different types of social gatherings displayed throughout
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-8-13-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All Ages Welcome; Geared Towards Ages 5-14. This month we will focus on some of the newly displayed objects in
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-9-10-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All Ages Welcome; Geared Towards Ages 5-14. This month we will feature artwork from Asian cultures in the MFA Permanent
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-with-tombolo-books-12-17-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: "The Gathering Table" by Antwan Eady, London Ladd Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-with-tombolo-books-10-15-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: "If Monet Painted a Monster" by Amy Newbold, Greg Newbold Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-with-tombolo-books-9-17-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: "Ganesha's Sweet Tooth" by Emily Haynes, Sanjay Patel Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-with-tombolo-books-8-20-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: "The Iliad" by Jennifer Adams, Alison Oliver Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something fun
- [Hand-building Clay with St. Pete Ceramics at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/hand-building-clay-with-st-pete-ceramics-at-the-mfa/) - Unleash your creativity in a hands-on ceramic workshop led by the talented artists of St. Pete Ceramics, hosted at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. Designed for adults, this immersive experience invites participants to explore the art of tile-making and hand-building with clay, drawing inspiration from Nina Yankowitz’s evocative installation, “Hell’s Breath – A
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-10-2-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-9-25-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-9-18-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-9-11-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-9-4-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-8-28-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-8-21-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-8-14-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [the ins and outs | Vol. 1 with Sapphic Sun](https://mfastpete.org/event/the-ins-and-outs-vol1/) - the ins and outs | Vol. 1 with Sapphic Sun – "Heresies: Art, Politics & Intersectionality" Join us for the first event in a bold new series inspired by the work and legacy of pioneering feminist artist Nina Yankowitz. This 21+ evening blends art, conversation, and community over an cash bar and delicious bites, diving
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-8-7-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [MFA Shop Sunrise Sale 2025](https://mfastpete.org/event/mfa-shop-sunrise-sale-2025/) - The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is pleased to participate in the 52nd annual Sunrise Sale! Rise and shine… the MFA Shop will be open for business bright and early (6:43 am!) on July 17, 2025. Enjoy 20% off everything in the shop during this special event (MFA Members get an additional 10% bonus
- [August Arts Passport Book Club | The Argonauts](https://mfastpete.org/event/august-art-passport-book-club/) - August Arts Passport Book Club | The Argonauts This August, the MFA partners with the Arts Passport Book Club and Tombolo Books for a special collaborative edition featuring The Argonauts by Maggie Nelson—a genre-defying meditation on love, identity, and queer family-making. Poetic, raw, and intellectually bold, Nelson’s writing offers a powerful lens through which to
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-12-6-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Visitors can also join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-9-6-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Visitors can also join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-8-2-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Visitors can also join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities
- [Language Tour Series | Spanish-Speaking Tour with Alice Dasenbrock](https://mfastpete.org/event/spanish-speaking-tour-1-18-26/) - Español: Por favor únete a nosotros en el Museo de las Bellas Artes (MFA), St. Petersburg cada tercer domingo a las 2 p.m. para nuestra nueva serie de Giras de Idiomas! Cada mes, un docente del MFA liderará un recorrido en un idioma distinto del inglés, ofreciendo una oportunidad excepcional para disfrutar la vasta colección
- [Language Tour Series | German-Speaking Tour with Anita Birrer](https://mfastpete.org/event/german-speaking-tour-10-19-25/) - Deutsch: Schließen Sie sich uns jeden dritten Sonntag um 14 Uhr im MFA für unsere neuen Sprachrundgänge an! Jeden Monat wird ein MFA-Museumsführer einen Rundgang in einer anderen Sprache als Englisch leiten und so eine einzigartige Möglichkeit bieten, die Sammlung des Museums zu erleben. Egal, ob Sie die Sprache fließend beherrschen, Ihre Fähigkeiten üben möchten
- [Language Tour Series | Russian-Speaking Tour with Natalie Velez](https://mfastpete.org/event/russian-speaking-tour-9-21-25/) - Русский: Приглашаем вас в Музей Изобразительных Искусств (MFA) на новую серию экскурсий на иностранных языках! Каждое третье воскресенье месяца в 14:00 экскурсовод музея проводит обзорную экскурсию на языке, отличном от английского. Эти экскурсии — прекрасная возможность: ближе познакомиться с коллекцией музея, встретить единомышленников, улучшить знание изучаемого вами языка. Участие в экскурсии включено в стоимость входного
- [Language Tour Series | Spanish-Speaking Tour with Nelson Lees](https://mfastpete.org/event/spanish-speaking-tour-8-17-25/) - Español: Por favor únete a nosotros en el Museo de las Bellas Artes (MFA), St. Petersburg cada tercer domingo a las 2 p.m. para nuestra nueva serie de Giras de Idiomas! Cada mes, un docente del MFA liderará un recorrido en un idioma distinto del inglés, ofreciendo una oportunidad excepcional para disfrutar la vasta colección
- [Sound In Your Eyes | Listening Session at the MFA with The Honourable Elizabeth A. Baker](https://mfastpete.org/event/sound-in-your-eyes/) - Sound In Your Eyes | Listening Session at the MFA with The Honourable Elizabeth A. Baker Join us for a truly unforgettable evening at the MFA: Sound In Your Eyes – Listening Session, a one-night-only live performance on Thursday, July 10, 2025, from 7–9 PM in the Hazel Hough Wing. The evening features The Honourable
- [MFA Teens with St. Pete Ceramics | Hand Building Workshop](https://mfastpete.org/event/hand-building-workshop/) - Join your fellow MFA Teens and our neighbors from St. Pete Ceramics for a hand-building clay workshop! Try your hand at building a bowl similar to our Persian bowls from Nishapur from over 1000 years ago. Enjoy a creative and casual class for you and your friends. Go through the galleries and then learn from
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-7-31-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-7-24-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-7-17-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-7-3-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-9-28-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-8-31-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-7-27-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [MFA Teens with Daisy & Honey | Conversations with a Creative](https://mfastpete.org/event/conversations-with-creative-dasiy-honey/) - Have you ever wondered, where should I start? Are you interested in making and selling art? Join the conversation as we speak to local artist and professional Nia Mitchell about her business. Nia is a designer, muralist, and artist in the St. Petersburg area whose shop features fun, positive, and carefree merch. Listen in as
- [MFA Teens with Print St. Pete | Intro to Relief Printmaking workshop](https://mfastpete.org/event/relief-printmaking-workshop/) - Discover the magic of relief printmaking in this introductory workshop presented by Print St. Pete. Teens will have the opportunity to explore styrofoam prints, lego printing, and letterpress. Learn from our local community letterpress & risograph print shop! Bring your friends to the MFA, enjoy a great lunch from Café Clementine, and then meet us
- [Marly Music | Rebecca Penneys Piano Festival: International Award-Winning Pianists in Concert](https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-rebecca-penneys-piano-festival/) - Rebecca Penneys Piano Festival is pleased to present 40 exceptional collegiate piano talents from around the world in concert throughout Tampa Bay. These stellar young artists were chosen from an astounding 245 applications from 25 countries and 93 schools. Each concert features a few carefully selected students performing a variety of pieces that represent treasures
- [Artist Meet-and-Greet + Catalogue & CD Signing with Nina Yankowitz and The Honourable Elizabeth A. Baker](https://mfastpete.org/event/book-signing-and-artist-meet-and-greet-with-nina-yankowitz/) - Artist Meet-and-Greet + Catalogue & CD Signing with Nina Yankowitz and The Honourable Elizabeth A. Baker Join us for an exclusive opportunity to meet acclaimed artist Nina Yankowitz during the opening of her new exhibition, Nina Yankowitz: In the Out/Out the In. For over six decades, Yankowitz has pushed the boundaries of contemporary art through
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-12-13-25/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free artmaking activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Café Clementine while you make some art
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-10-11-25/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free artmaking activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Café Clementine while you make some art
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-9-13-25/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free artmaking activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Café Clementine while you make some art
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-7-12-25/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free artmaking activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Café Clementine while you make some art
- [Studio Saturdays at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-at-the-mfa-8-9-25/) - Please join the Museum of Fine Arts every second Saturday of each month for a free artmaking activity! The MFA will host a casual pop-up studio station in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory to make art to take home and to interact with members of your community. Enjoy Café Clementine while you make some art
- [In Conversation | Nina Yankowitz and Katherine Pill](https://mfastpete.org/event/in-conversation-nina-yankowitz-and-katherine-pill/) - In Conversation | Nina Yankowitz and Katherine Pill Don't miss this last chance to experience the special exhibition Nina Yankowitz | In the Out / Out the In and hear from Nina Yankowitz herself. In conversation with the MFA's Senior Curator of Contemporary Art, Katherine Pill, Yankowitz will discuss her groundbreaking, six-decade career and the behind-the-scenes making
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-4/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-3/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-with-tombolo-books-2/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: 'Twas the Night Before Pride by Joanna McClintick, Juana Medina Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always
- [Conversation with a Collector | Sue Castner](https://mfastpete.org/event/conversation-with-a-collector-sue-castner/) - Conversation with a Collector | Sue Castner Join us for an engaging conversation and kimono demonstration with collector and dealer Sue Castner, presented in conjunction with our special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress. Drawing from her experiences living and working in Japan, Castner will share personal stories, insights into the world of kimono collecting,
- [Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-hands-on-with-curious-creations-co/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. Please join the museum during our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. This month we will feature the special exhibition Nina Yankowitz | In
- [MFA Teens at Black Crow Coffee Co.](https://mfastpete.org/event/mfa-teens-black-crow-coffee-co/) - MFA TEENS at BLACK CROW COFFEE Co. MFA teams up with Black Crow Coffee Co. (722 2nd St N location) to host an information table featuring merchandise and details about the upcoming MFA TAC program, along with the Summer Lineup. Teens will have the opportunity to meet and chat with Nina Yankowitz in a casual setting over coffee,
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-15-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-with-tombolo-books/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: "Oh, Olive!" by Lian Cho Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something fun to discover
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Community Leader Social St. Pete](https://mfastpete.org/event/community-leader-social-st-pete/) - Join Darcy Schuller, Deputy Director and COO of the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, at the Community Leader Social on May 7—an inspiring evening of networking, collaboration, and connection! Tampa Bay Community Leader Socials are on the first Wednesdays of every month except July and August from 6:30 to 8:30 pm with a 15
- [Painting in the Park 2025](https://mfastpete.org/event/painting-in-the-park-2025/) - Celebrate the MFA’s 60th Anniversary at this year’s Painting in the Park! Painting in the Park is our annual FREE community celebration of all things art – and this year promises to be our biggest bash yet, featuring 20 colorful, creative, messy, and marvelous activities inspired by the artworks inside our museum. Activities are designed
- [Koinobori Children's Day](https://mfastpete.org/event/koinobori-childrens-day/) - Koinobori Children's Day Families are invited to visit the Museum of Fine Arts to learn about and celebrate Koinobori, the Japanese national holiday that translates to “carp streamers.” Koinobori is Japan’s Children’s Day, traditionally celebrated on May 5th each year, where communities gather for a festival filled with colorful carp kites. The MFA will honor
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-6-11-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. This month we will feature various portraits in the MFA Permanent Collection.
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-29-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-22-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-8-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-5-1-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Cultural Appreciation and Appropriation of Kimono in Western Fashion and Art](https://mfastpete.org/event/cultural-appreciation-and-appropriation-of-kimono/) - Cultural Appreciation and Appropriation of Kimono in Western Fashion and Art Kimono is a traditional Japanese dress which has a strict dress code, layers of socio-cultural symbolism, and regulated aesthetic expressions. Since the Japonisme movement in nineteenth-century Europe, Western painters had been influenced by Ukiyo-e, Japanese woodblock printing, which depicted women in kimono during the
- [[SOLD OUT] Ikebana Workshop with Laurel Fooks](https://mfastpete.org/event/ikebana-workshop/) - Ikebana Workshop with Laurel Fooks Join us for a unique and immersive workshop inspired by the special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress. This hands-on session will explore the art of Japanese flower arrangement known as Ikebana. Participants will learn the principles of Ikebana, focusing on balance, simplicity, and the harmonious use of line
- [Marly Music presents Weaving through Time: Cross-Cultural Dialogues in Modern Japanese Music](https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-presents-weaving-through-time-cross-cultural-dialogues-in-modern-japanese-music/) - Like the Kimono, Japanese music in the 20th century underwent a series of transformations and changes while still retaining a strong cultural identity. European composers, who had been inspired by exposure to Eastern music and philosophy, influenced the new generations of composers in Japan who responded in turn. "Weaving through Time" showcases the gorgeous and
- [How to Wear a Kimono | Kimono Styling & Traditional Japanese Dress with Satomi Hirano ](https://mfastpete.org/event/how-to-wear-a-kimono-kimono-styling-traditional-japanese-dress-with-satomi-hirano/) - How to Wear a Kimono | Kimono Styling & Traditional Japanese Dress with Satomi Hirano Inspired by our special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress, step into the world of traditional Japanese culture with Satomi Hirano, a renowned Japanese classical dancer and certified kimono stylist, as she guides you through an immersive and enriching
- [[SOLD OUT] After Hours (21+): Kimono](https://mfastpete.org/event/after-hours-kimono/) - After Hours (21+): Kimono Join the MFA for our first 21+ party with In Between Days to celebrate our exciting new exhibition, Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress, we’ll be hosting an inspired event featuring live music from DJ Sein, a signature cocktail, Asian street foods from In Between Days’ chef, and woodblock printing with
- [The Superintendent’s High School Exhibition of Excellence: MFA Open House](https://mfastpete.org/event/high-school-exhibition-open-house/) - The MFA invites our Tampa Bay community to celebrate the student artists featured in The Superintendent’s High School Exhibition of Excellence! This free open house offers visitors the chance to explore an incredible showcase of student art, featuring paintings, sculptures, photography, and more. The MFA Collection Galleries will also be open, so visitors can immerse themselves in
- [Art in Bloom 2025](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2025-4-13-25/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, April 13, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art in Bloom 2025](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2025-4-12-25/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, April 13, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [[SOLD OUT] Art in Bloom | Garden of Roses Luncheon](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2025-luncheon/) - "Garden of Roses" Luncheon Immerse yourself in the beauty of spring with The Stuart Society at our Art In Bloom “Garden of Roses” Luncheon at the picturesque St. Petersburg Yacht Club and meet our special speaker, extraordinary floral designer Danielle Dall’Armi Hahn, whose 15-acre rose farm in California is the epitome of floral artistry. Danielle
- [[SOLD OUT] Art in Bloom | Flowers After Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2025-flowers-after-hours/) - Flowers After Hours "Midnight in the Garden" Step into an enchanting evening at the Museum of Fine Arts as you join us for "Midnight in the Garden." Your night begins by previewing the galleries filled with stunning floral interpretations at 5:30 pm, followed by a cocktail party with hors d'oeuvres and an open bar from
- [Art in Bloom | Floral Designer Tour with Bea Rahter](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-floral-designer-tour-with-bea-rahter/) - Take a stroll in the galleries with a floral designer as they give a tour interpreting and highlight the work of their fellow designers. In these tours, the florists will guide you through their process and intentions behind these unique and specially made arrangements. Be one of the first to get a behind-the-scenes look at
- [Art in Bloom | Drop-in Demonstration with Danielle Dall'Armi Hahn of Rose Story Farms](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-drop-in-demonstration-with-danielle-dallarmi-hahn/) - Join Danielle Dall'Armi Hahn for a live flower arrangement demonstration in the Marly Room. Danielle will be arranging alongside the portrait of MFA founder, Margaret Acheson Stuart, as a tribute to her love of flowers and gardens. This year, we are honored to welcome Danielle as our Special Guest for Art in Bloom. She comes
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-3-27-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-at-the-mfa-4-3-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Spotlight Series | Framing within Art History](https://mfastpete.org/event/framing-within-art-history/) - MFA Spotlight Series | Framing Art History with Casey Broker and Noah Cox Join us in the Rococo Gallery as Casey Broker and Noah Cox direct our attention to something found in every art museum but not often recognized as a work of art – the frame. Frames come in all shapes, sizes, and colors
- [Art in Bloom 2025](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2025-4-11-25/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, April 13, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art in Bloom 2025](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2025-4-10-25/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, April 13, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art in Bloom | Floral Designer Tour with Shari Schwartz](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-floral-designer-tour-2/) - Take a stroll in the galleries with a floral designer as they give a tour interpreting and highlight the work of their fellow designers. In these tours, the florists will guide you through their process and intentions behind these unique and specially made arrangements. Be one of the first to get a behind-the-scenes look at
- [Art in Bloom | Floral Designer Tour with Cassie Osterloth](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-floral-designer-tour-1/) - Take a stroll in the galleries with a floral designer as they give a tour interpreting and highlight the work of their fellow designers. In these tours, the florists will guide you through their process and intentions behind these unique and specially made arrangements. Be one of the first to get a behind-the-scenes look at
- [Teen Garden Party: Opening Celebration for The Superintendent’s High School Exhibition of Excellence](https://mfastpete.org/event/teen-garden-party/) - Join us in the Membership Garden as we celebrate the opening of this brand-new exhibition featuring works from 11th and 12th grade Pinellas County students! Hang out in the garden as we serve up Hyppo Popsicles, enjoy some music from a local DJ, and learn more about some of our upcoming programs this summer for teens! Bring
- [Art in Bloom | Kimono & Ikebana featuring Jeanne Houlton and Dr. Stanton Thomas](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-kimono-and-ikebana/) - Join us for a captivating live demonstration by renowned ikebana specialist Jeanne Houlton as she showcases the delicate art of Japanese flower arrangement. As Jeanne creates her arrangement, MFA Chief Curator, Dr. Stanton Thomas, will share insights into the fascinating connections between ikebana and our latest special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress. Art
- [Artist Talk | Brookhart Jonquil](https://mfastpete.org/event/artist-talk-with-brookhart-jonquil/) - Artist Talk with Brookhart Jonquil In 2024, Miami-based artist Brookhart Jonquil was commissioned to create Sky Dancer, a site-specific sculptural duo in the alcoves of the Museum's Great Hall. Please join us for a presentation by Jonquil as he describes that work, along with his larger practice. Jonquil’s artwork challenges us to become aware of the constructed
- [Summer Camps at the MFA: Art Lab Camp](https://mfastpete.org/event/summer-camps-at-the-mfa-art-lab-camp/) - Join us this summer as we explore the world through art! Every day at the MFA is filled with time exploring the galleries, learning with MFA staff and other local experts, creating art, playing games, and making new friends and memories. Pop, cut, smash, create! Join us in the lab as we experiment with art-making
- [[SOLD OUT] Summer Camps at the MFA: Art & Nature Camp](https://mfastpete.org/event/summer-camps-at-the-mfa-art-nature-camp/) - Join us this summer as we explore the world through art! Every day at the MFA is filled with time exploring the galleries, learning with MFA staff and other local experts, creating art, playing games, and making new friends and memories. Calling all nature enthusiasts! Join us on a safari through the art museum galleries
- [[SOLD OUT] Summer Camps at the MFA: Art & Archaeology Camp](https://mfastpete.org/event/summer-camp-art-archaeology/) - Join us this summer as we explore the world through art! Every day at the MFA is filled with time exploring the galleries, learning with MFA staff and other local experts, creating art, playing games, and making new friends and memories. Are you ready to dig up some history? Travel back in time as we
- [Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop | All Ages](https://mfastpete.org/event/shibori-workshop-3-15-25-2/) - Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop | All Ages Join us for a hands-on Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop at the MFA, where ancient Japanese textile traditions meet modern creativity! Inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress, participants will explore the fascinating art of Shibori, a technique that involves folding, binding, and dyeing
- [[SOLD OUT] Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop | Adults (ages 18+)](https://mfastpete.org/event/shibori-workshop-3-15-25-1/) - Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop | Adults (ages 18+) Join us for a hands-on Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop at the MFA, where ancient Japanese textile traditions meet modern creativity! Inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress, participants will explore the fascinating art of Shibori, a technique that involves folding, binding, and
- [Gilded Age Geishas: 19th Century America’s Obsession with Japan](https://mfastpete.org/event/gilded-age-geishas/) - Gilded Age Geishas: 19th Century America’s Obsession with Japan In the late 1870s Americans were obsessed with a new style called Japonisme. Influenced by the art and culture of Japan, dishes, earrings, wallpaper and even door hinges suddenly were covered with smiling geishas, paper parasols, and folding fans. Around the country women joined the fashion
- [Conversation with a Collector | Peter Kuhlmann](https://mfastpete.org/event/conversation-with-a-collector-kuhlmann/) - Conversation with a Collector | Peter Kuhlmann Join us for an artful conversation between erstwhile kimono dealer and importer of Asian objets d’art, Peter Kuhlmann, and the curators of Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress, Dr. Stanton Thomas and Jason Wyatt, as they discuss the behind-the-scenes process of creating this special exhibition. This intimate conversation
- [Spotlight Series | Renaissance Babies & Images of Motherhood](https://mfastpete.org/event/spotlight-series-renaissance-babies-images-of-motherhood/) - MFA Spotlight Series | Renaissance Babies & Images of Motherhood with Lauren Amalia Redding & Natalie Velez Join MFA docent and Ph.D. student Natalie Velez and artist and writer Lauren Amalia Redding for a thought-provoking gallery talk that bridges art history and contemporary perspectives on motherhood imagery. Drawing from her scholarly paper, Ugly Babies: Deconstruction
- [Art in Bloom | Conversations with the Designers](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-2025-conversations/) - Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, April 13, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-2-27-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art in Bloom | Junior Bloomers: Youth Floral Arrangement Workshop](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-in-bloom-junior-bloomers-2/) - Young artists are invited to join us as we explore the vibrant world of floral design! This hands-on workshop encourages aspiring florists to express their creativity as they make their own floral arrangements inspired by artworks in the MFA Collection. Participants will learn basic floral arrangement techniques and create a spring-inspired masterpiece to take home. Workshop
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-6-29-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-5-25-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tours-4-27-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Art & Nature Sunset Tours with the MFA & Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-tour-3-30-25/) - Spend your Sunday immersed in art and nature! This unique program invites visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature and the role it plays in sparking human creativity. Begin the afternoon at the MFA with a guided docent tour of the collection galleries, looking closely at artworks from throughout
- [Marly Music Series | Shiho Yamashita, 13 Strings of Melody](https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-series-shiho-yamashita/) - Join us for a musical performance inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress, featuring Shiho Yamashita of 13 Strings of Melody playing the koto, Japan’s national instrument. The koto is a traditional Japanese harp or a plucked half-tube zither instrument. It comprises 13 strings strung over movable bridges used for
- [MFA Teen Poetry Night](https://mfastpete.org/event/mfa-teen-poetry-night/) - Join us in the galleries for an unforgettable night of poetry led by the MFA Teen Poetry Fellows! After weeks of exploring art and creative writing with MFA educators and community poet mentors, these young poets will share their original poems inspired by artworks at the museum. These dynamic readings will mark the culmination of
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-5-3-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-3-5-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-3-1-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [[SOLD OUT] Spotlight Series | Ansel Adams: Photographs from the MFA Collection](https://mfastpete.org/event/spotlight-series-ansel-adams-photographs-from-the-mfa-collection/) - MFA Spotlight Series | Ansel Adams: How did he do that? with Lance Rothstein and Keith Kenney Ever wonder how Ansel Adams created his iconic photographs? Join us in the galleries where the Ansel Adams: Photographs from the MFA Collection exhibition is located, as we spotlight the process and equipment used by Adams and the
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-2-13-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-2-6-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [[SOLD OUT] Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-2-16-25/) - Join us for one last chance on Sunday, February 16, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition, Audubon’s Birds of America. Due to the overwhelming popularity of this program, we are excited to announce an additional sunset birding adventure on the bay! Enjoy a docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40
- [Film Screening & Talk: The Last Green Thread](https://mfastpete.org/event/the-last-green-thread/) - Step into the heart of a wild and fragile world before it vanishes. The Last Green Thread follows three friends on an unforgettable expedition through Florida’s Everglades Headwaters, capturing the beauty and urgency of protecting this vital wilderness corridor. Don’t miss this chance to witness the breathtaking short film and gain insider insights from Mallory
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-1-23-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-2-20-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-1-30-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-1-16-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-5-14-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. This month we will feature the special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-3-12-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. This month we will be featuring our newly installed Antiquities Galleries! Learn
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-4-9-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. This month we will be exploring flowers in art ahead of our
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-2-12-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. This month we will be featuring our newly installed Art of the
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-1-15-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: Songs of the Birds by Isabel Otter Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something fun
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-4-16-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: Praise of Mystery by Ada Limón Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something fun to
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-5-21-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: Tiny Wonders by Sally Soweol Han Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something fun to discover
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-3-19-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: Suki's Kimono by Chieri Uegaki Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there is always something fun to discover
- [Museum Minis with Tombolo Books](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-minis-2-19-25/) - Museum Minis with Tombolo Books: I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home by Kathryn Cristaldi Museum Minis with Tombolo Books invites children ages 0 to 5 years old and their favorite grownups to join us in the galleries every third Wednesday for an art-filled storytime! From shapes to colors and artists to animals, there
- [[SOLD OUT] Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-2-9-25/) - Join us the first Saturday and the second Sunday of each month, November through February, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with
- [[SOLD OUT] Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-2-1-25/) - Join us the first Saturday and the second Sunday of each month, November through February, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with
- [[SOLD OUT] Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-1-12-25/) - Join us the first Saturday and the second Sunday of each month, November through February, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-1-8-25/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition through hands-on fun. All ages are welcomed; program geared towards grades K-6. This month we will be featuring Ansel Adams: Photographs from the MFA
- [Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-1-4-25/) - Join us the first Saturday and the second Sunday of each month, November through February, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-1-9-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-2-8-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 2nd Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-1-11-25/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 2nd Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-12-26-24/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-1-2-25/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [In the Presence of the Spirits: Art and Culture in New Guinea](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-culture-in-new-guinea/) - In the Presence of the Spirits: Art and Culture in New Guinea Situated on the westernmost edge of Oceania, the island of New Guinea accounts for an astonishing majority of the artwork that comes to us from this vast region in the Pacific. Long celebrated for their creativity by artists, anthropologists, and collectors, artists from
- [In Conversation with Craig Lucas](https://mfastpete.org/event/craig-lucas/) - In Conversation with Craig Lucas Broadway Playwright and acclaimed screenwriter Craig Lucas is coming to Tampa Bay as part of research for his next play. Join us for an opportunity to hear from him about his award winning career, inspiration for his work, and how his own personal recovery plays a key part of his
- [Art & Nature Before Audubon: A Closer Look at Maria Sibylla Merian](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-and-nature-before-audubon/) - Art & Nature Before Audubon: A Closer Look at Maria Sibylla Merian More than 150 years before Audubon published his images of birds in their natural habitat, Maria Sibylla Merian (German, 1647-1717) published the first natural history book pairing ecologically related flora and fauna. Her beautiful images of plants and insects has led history to
- [Author Talk | The Birds That Audubon Missed with Kenn Kaufman](https://mfastpete.org/event/kenn-kaufman/) - Author Talk with Kenn Kaufman Join renowned author, artist, naturalist, and conservationist Kenn Kaufman for a closer look at John James Audubon's life and work, including his time spent studying the birds of Florida. Inspired by his new book The Birds That Audubon Missed, Kaufman will examine the artistic work, competition, and scientific discoveries of
- [Aigrettes, Egrets, and Regrets: Nineteenth-Century Fashion and the Desire for Feathers](https://mfastpete.org/event/aigrettes-egrets-regrets/) - Aigrettes, Egrets, and Regrets: Nineteenth-Century Fashion and the Desire for Feathers Feathers, long a staple of fashionable design, became paramount to the well-dressed in nineteenth-century Europe and the United States. They increasingly decorated the edges of custom-made dresses, graced hats, or adorned elaborate hairstyles. Much like the production of John James Audubon’s Birds of America
- [Holiday Soirée 2024](https://mfastpete.org/event/holiday-soiree-2024/) - Get ready to kick off the festive season in style at our Holiday Soirée on Thursday, December 19, from 5 – 8 pm! Grab your friends, bring a date, or gather the whole family for an evening of holiday cheer. Don’t miss the chance to snap the perfect photo in front of our spectacular tree
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-12-5-24/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-12-11-24/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us the second Wednesday of the month as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition, and visitors will receive a pre-packaged learning bag with a guide and activity. This month's program will
- [Marly Music Series | St. Pete Baroque](https://mfastpete.org/event/marly-music-series-st-pete-baroque/) - Join us for a unique musical experience inspired by the recent conservation of the MFA’s 17th-century Spanish tabernacle, featuring St. Pete Baroque, an ensemble dedicated to giving new life to old masterpieces, giving a voice to newly discovered works, and bringing audiences the eccentric and improvisatory nature of baroque music. The Baroque Period lasted the longest
- [Smartly Dressed Fashion Show 2024](https://mfastpete.org/event/smartly-dressed-2024/) - The Margaret Acheson Stuart Society is pleased to announce the details of its annual Smartly Dressed Fashion Show & Luncheon, one of St. Petersburg’s most anticipated charity events of the social season! Smartly Dressed, Passport to Paris is sponsored by Dillard’s and will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at The Coliseum. Doors open at 10:00
- [Artist Talk: Molly Vaughan](https://mfastpete.org/event/artist-talk-molly-vaughan/) - Artist Talk | Molly Vaughan Since 2012, Seattle artist Molly Vaughan has utilized her multi module approach to art-production to honor the lives of murdered transgender and gender non-conforming Americans with a series of works called Project 42. Through the creation of garments and diverse collaborative memorial actions, Vaughan raises awareness of the violence that
- [Live Conservation Saturday at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/live-conservation-saturday-11-2/) - Join us for a special live conservation Saturday at the MFA - where we are extending Ask A Conservator day (November 1) into the weekend! The conservation of art—preserving objects through professional, specialized treatment—is one of the Museum of Fine Art’s most important goals. This small, intensive exhibition, which is the second iteration of the
- [Museum Store Sunday 2024](https://mfastpete.org/event/museum-store-sunday-2024/) - Start your holiday shopping early during Museum Store Sunday on December 1, 2024! Enjoy special discounts, free gift-wrapping, and special surprises throughout the day. Museums foster appreciation and knowledge of art, nature, culture, science, and history. When you purchase an item from the MFA Shop, you help to sustain the museum’s mission to engage, educate,
- [Bejeweled Birds](https://mfastpete.org/event/bejeweled-birds/) - Jeweled Peacocks & Gold Eagles: Two Centuries of American Bird Jewelry Join jewelry historian Annamarie Sandecki as she explores a bejeweled aviary of hummingbirds, peacocks, eagles, and flamingos worn by American women from the 19th through the 20th century. Sandecki will trace the evolution of American jewelry design from Gilded Age diamond swallows to the
- [Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-12-15-24/) - Join us the first Saturday and the second Sunday of each month, November through February, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with
- [Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-12-7-24/) - Join us the first Saturday and the second Sunday of each month, November through February, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with
- [Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-11-10-24/) - Join us the first Saturday and the second Sunday of each month, November through February, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with
- [Birding on the Bay with the MFA and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center](https://mfastpete.org/event/botb-11-2-24/) - Join us the first Saturday and the second Sunday of each month, November through February, for a unique experience inspired by the MFA’s special exhibition Audubon’s Birds of America. Enjoy a Docent-led tour of the exhibition, featuring over 40 of Audubon’s spectacular life-sized bird illustrations, and an eco-vessel birding experience out on Tampa Bay with
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-11-21-24/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-11-14-24/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Art After Dark at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-11-7-24/) - Join us for Art After Dark on select Thursday evenings throughout the year! Enjoy discounted admission and exclusive programming, including engaging docent-led tours, thought-provoking lectures, film screenings, and more. Explore the galleries after hours, soak in the distinctive ambiance, and experience art in a fresh, captivating way. It’s the perfect night out for everyone to
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-11-13-24/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us the second Wednesday of the month as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition, and visitors will receive a pre-packaged learning bag with a guide and activity. Museum docents, educators, and
- [Art After Dark at the MFA | Spooky Edition](https://mfastpete.org/event/art-after-dark-10-31-24/) - Art After Dark at the MFA: Spooky Edition invites you to experience the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg like never before. In this special Halloween-themed evening, enjoy trick-or-treating, fun activities, and eerie docent-led tours that uncover the darker side of the MFA’s collection, with fascinating and spooky stories behind select works of art. Stroll
- [MFA Member-Exclusive Preview Day | Audubon’s Birds of America](https://mfastpete.org/event/member-preview-day-audubon/) - MFA members are invited to enjoy an exclusive sneak peek of Audubon's Birds of America on Friday, October 18, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. This special preview offers members the first opportunity to explore the exhibition before it opens to the public. Join us to experience the stunning works up close and enjoy the
- [MFA Member-Exclusive Reception | Audubon’s Birds of America](https://mfastpete.org/event/member-preview-audubon/) - IMPORTANT! Due to the impact of Hurricane Milton, this planned event has been rescheduled to October 24, 2024. Celebrate this special evening with fellow members as you enjoy light hors d’oeuvre and a cash bar in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. Be among the first to experience this remarkable exhibition during this exclusive event and
- [Artful Conversation](https://mfastpete.org/event/artful-conversation-11-14-24/) - Artful Conversation | Dr. Stanton Thomas & Luis Seixas Join us for an engaging discussion between Luis Seixas, objects conservator, and Dr. Stanton Thomas, Chief Curator, in this follow-up discussion about the recent conservation project, Live Conservation: Restoring a 17th Century Tabernacle. This artful conversation will include a discussion of the findings made during the conservation of this
- [Live Conservation Saturday at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/live-conservation-10-12/) - Join us for live conservation at the MFA! The conservation of art—preserving objects through professional, specialized treatment—is one of the Museum of Fine Art’s most important goals. This small, intensive exhibition, which is the second iteration of the Live Conservation series, focuses on the treatment of the museum’s extraordinary carved and painted Jain Shrine. This
- [Homeschool Hours](https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-10-9/) - Homeschool groups and families are invited to join us as we look at the culture, history, math, and science of art! Every month we will explore a new idea or special exhibition, and visitors will receive a pre-packaged learning bag with a guide and activity. Museum docents, educators, and other specialists will meet you in
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-9-14/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 2nd Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-10-24/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 2nd Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-11-9/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 2nd Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Sensory Saturdays](https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturdays-12-14-24/) - The MFA welcomes families with children with sensory sensitivities to explore the galleries on the 2nd Saturday of every month, from 10 am to 12 pm. During this time, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment. The MFA values accessibility and inclusiveness as we share art for
- [Artist & Author Talk: Get the Picture](https://mfastpete.org/event/get-the-picture/) - Artist & Author Talk | Get the Picture with Bianca Bosker and Julie Curtiss Join us for a lively discussion between bestselling author Bianca Bosker and Brooklyn-based artist Julie Curtiss around Bosker’s newest book Get the Picture: A Mind-Bending Journey Among the Inspired Artists and Obsessive Art Fiends Who Taught Me How to See. Saturday,
- [Skyway 2024 | Artist Panel](https://mfastpete.org/event/skyway-artist-panel/) - Skyway 2024 is a multi-venue exhibition shared among five institutions: the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg; The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota; Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College Art and Design; the Tampa Museum of Art; and the University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum, Tampa. Working together, curators from each institution
- [Arts Alive | Museum Day 2024](https://mfastpete.org/event/arts-alive-museum-day-2024/) - Join us on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10 am–4 pm (last entry at 3 pm), to celebrate Arts Alive-Museum Day in St. Petersburg. The Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg is pleased to participate in this city-wide event again this year, with complimentary museum admission for Pinellas County residents with a valid ID. Arts
- [Live Conservation Saturday at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/live-conservation-9-21/) - Join us for live conservation at the MFA! The conservation of art—preserving objects through professional, specialized treatment—is one of the Museum of Fine Art’s most important goals. This small, intensive exhibition, which is the second iteration of the Live Conservation series, focuses on the treatment of the museum’s extraordinary carved and painted Jain Shrine. This
- [Girls Rock Camp St. Pete at the MFA](https://mfastpete.org/event/girls-rock-camp-st-pete/) - In celebration of the significant role that music and improvisation play in the works of Lizzi Bougatsos and Lonnie Holley, Girls Rock Camp and the MFA are hosting an Instrument Petting Zoo, inviting anyone curious about learning an instrument to explore and start their musical journey! Drumming, a key element of Bougatsos’s practice, will be

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