Explore the Museum of Art permanent and special exhibition galleries, and the Circus Museum. Art After 5 admission includes select events and programs. Whether it is a Gallery Walk and Talk, Ringling by the Bay, or a self-guided tour, there is something for everyone.
Join us for this Gallery Walk & Talk that focuses on a selection of objects in The Ringling’s permanent collection illustrates the range of what is “precious” and how these materials are used.
Join us on the Bolger Campiello at Ca'd'Zan for live music and dancing at Ringling by the Bay. Music will be provided by Kettle of Fish. Food and beverage are available for purchase on the bayfront. Limited seating is available.
Twentieth century photographers responded to the rapid rise of cities by capturing images of the places, the people, the pleasures, and the problems of urban life. This talk will focus on a selection of photographs from this exhibition highlighting key artists and works.
The “art of forgery” poses essential questions about both the inherent value of art and our relationship to it. Join in the conversation in the galleries as we discuss some of the intriguing issues presented by the works in this exhibition.
Join us for this Gallery Walk & Talk that focuses on the 19th century as a period of great technological change and scientific discovery. Exercise your curiosity and come along on this exhibition tour that illustrates some of these exceptional and unknown wonders!
Acclaimed artist Beth Lipman, informed by the history of the still life, transforms the objects of everyday life into exquisite glass sculptures that engage the viewer in a commentary on the role of objects in our lives and our relationship to them. Be a part of the conversation during this gallery talk.
Museum tour and film discussion. Curators and Conservators share an insider’s view on the science of art authentification plus enjoy the documentary feature film, Who The #$&% Is Jackson Pollock?
A Museum tour followed by a film and film discussion. Art handlers and couriers travel with priceless art from museum to museum. They will share their tales of taking a masterpiece on tour. Plus, the film Bean, Starring Rowan Atkinson.
A Museum tour followed by a film and film discussion. f you think it’s easy to steal the art, our Security staff advises you to “think again.” Plus, The Thomas Crown Affair Starring Pierce Brosnan and Rene Russo.