Visitors enjoying " A Walk with the Curator" gallery tour Artist Ed Mell gives an exclusive gallery tour Photographer Jack Dykinga poses with an admirer and member

PUBLIC PROGRAMS

The Tucson Museum of Art has an established history of presenting programs that foster a meaningful examination of visual art, history and culture of the Southwest and worldwide, from ancient times to the present. Adult programs are designed to engage all community members in conversations, lectures, gallery tours and other experiences that provide an interdisciplinary and multi-dimensional perspective of the permanent collection and special exhibitions.

Through such programs, audiences engage with a diverse selection of artists, performers, curators, scholars, authors and critics, and participate in activities that encourage life-long learning. All programs are designed to pique curiosity and stimulate creativity, nurture learning and understanding, and enhance the appreciation and enjoyment of art.

Please visit the calendar page for a complete list of public programs

Scheduled Adult Tours

Private docent-led tours of the permanent collection or special exhibitions are available for groups traveling through Tucson or living in the area. Cost is $8 per person; $6 for seniors (60+); group rates are available. To schedule a private tour, please email Tours (at) TucsonMuseumofArt.org at least three weeks in advance of your desired date.

Public Tours

Daily docent-led tours are offered October - April of the permanent collections and special exhibitions. Tours are at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm, open to the public, and free with Museum admission.

Gallery Tours, Panel Discussions, and Lectures

Throughout the year, the Museum presents tours, discussions, and lectures by scholars and artists that enhance the appreciation of art through education and enlightenment of the artistic process. These programs are open to the public and free with Museum admission.

Auditorium Art Talks

Learn about artists, their work, and themes in art in weekly illustrated art talks offered by the Docent Council. The talks are presented Wednesday afternoons at 1:30, January through March, in the Education Center Auditorium and are free with Museum admission.