Join The Ringling Art Library’s book club, the Literati. Discuss famous authors & art history! The program is FREE and registration is not required.
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Join Conversations with the Library for an illuminating discussion of the Grotto Library of Dunhuang with speaker Ann Roddy, Director of Elling Eide Research Library.
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Look forward to a day-long program of cultural exploration, including a series of lectures from scholars speaking on Indian art, literature, philosophy, and popular culture; music and dance performances; art-making and other activities for families; and a market featuring local food and artisan vendors.
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Join Collections staff for an informal discussion of their field, including an explanation of their day-to-day tasks, highlights of their favorite parts of the job, trade secrets of the profession, and what they wish the average museum visitor knew about the work that they do.
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Mondays are all about the Museum of Art! Join our staff in the Education Building for art-making program tied to artwork you can find in our galleries. Afterwards, visit the museum to find each day’s featured artwork and learn more about it from one of our docents!
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ROAR is The Ringling’s family story time designed to engage toddlers and preschoolers in activities that connect art and early literacy. Join us for a story and accompanying art activity.
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Join Education staff for an informal discussion of their field, including an explanation of their day-to-day tasks, highlights of their favorite parts of the job, trade secrets of the profession, and what they wish the average museum visitor knew about the work that they do.
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We are happy to announce a special offer this summer just for homeschoolers! We invite your family join us at The Ringling to explore the first floor of the Ca d’Zan. There will be docents stationed around the mansion to answer your questions, and a student guide to help your children learn more about Ca' d'Zan.