A Touch of Whimsy: Art That Makes Us Smile / Un Toque de Fantasía: Arte Que Nos Hace Sonreír Researched and presented by Barbara Sullivan / Investigado y presentado por Barbara Sullivan Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM / Domingo, 8 de marzo de 2026, a las 2:00 PM Despite the fact that humor […]
On the Edge themed Happy Hour March 13 2026, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Join us for an intimate happy hour on our rooftop terrace with a curated beer, wine, and mocktail list, snacks, music, art games, and more! The evening will feature a complimentary wine tasking from La Esquina with Co-owner Khayal Algosaibi-Jones and a […]
Blurred Lines of Myth and Truth: Art of the American West and its Evolution March 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. The Stonewall Foundation Community Room Join Christine Brindza, Senior Curator, as she explores the development of art of the American West, from documentative to imaginative and traditional to contemporary. Learn more about ideas of the […]
First Thursday x Opening Celebration of Another Frame April 2, 2026 5:00pm - 8:00pm Enjoy extended hours and pay-what-you-wish admission from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Join us on April 2 to celebrate the opening of Another Frame: Lola Álvarez Bravo, Mariana Yampolsky, Graciela Iturbide, Flor Garduño featuring a selection of fifteen photographs from the collection at the University of Arizona’s Center for […]
History Social with Mauro Trejo April 2, 2026 at 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. The Kimball Conference Room Through early 2026, TMA will host the Mexican American Heritage and History Museum’s monthly history socials while the Sosa-Carrillo House is closed for remodel. The free talks were started and continue to be given by Trejo’s Tucson Walking Tours, during […]
Visit the museum for a day of art at Second SundAZe Family Day @ TMA! Explore the galleries, get creative at our hands-on art-making stations, and enjoy lunch at Café a la C’Art. Art-making 11:00am-2:00pm Mooney Hall Folded Paper- Create a folded paper design using book pages and construction paper. Still Life- Sketch your own still life using paper […]
Frida Kahlo: To Know Her Art is to Know Her! / Frida Kahlo: ¡Conocer Su Arte Es Conocerla! Researched and presented by Kit Kimball / Investigado y presentado por Kit Kimball Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM / Domingo, 12 de abril de 2026 a las 2:00 PM Frida Kahlo is known for her […]
First Thursday May 7, 2026 5:00pm - 8:00pm Enjoy extended hours and pay-what-you-wish admission from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Join us on May 7 to be inspired by the spring season with a whimsy meter to explore the Museum’s galleries and a pop-up card making station. The evening will also include opportunities to purchase bites from a local food vendor, a pop-up by The Green Room, live music, and check out TMA’s cash bar featuring beer and wine. ________________________________________________________________________ Primer Jueves 7 de mayo de 2026 5:00pm - 8:00pm Disfruta de un horario extendido y entrada con precio paga-lo-que-desees desde las 5:00 p.m. hasta las 8:00 p.m. Acompáñenos el 7 de mayo para inspirarte con la primavera, explorar las galerías del museo a […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the museum! Explore the galleries, enjoy a special Ballet Tucson performance, and take part in fun, hands-on activities for the whole family. 11:00am- 12:00pm Mooney Enjoy a pop-up performance by Ballet Tucson along with a community dance class and a ballet storytime. Art-making 11:00am-2:00pm Photo magnets frames with mom- Create your own framed magnet with an Instax photo with mom. Egg carton flower- […]
Ristras, Cottonwood and Adobes: Early New Mexico Artists Who Painted the Desert Southwest / Ristras, Álamos y Adobes: Los Primeros Artistas de Nuevo México Que Pintaron el Desierto del Suroeste Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM / Domingo, 10 de mayo de 2026, a las 2:00 PM A Look at the “Second […]
Arizona Biennial 2026 Opening Program Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:30 pm-8:00 pm Be the first to see the new exhibition Arizona Biennial 2026, showcasing Arizona artists whose work investigates the intersections of art and place or heritage. The evening will include a cash bar serving beer and wine, and music. MEMBER ONLY EVENT 5:30 […]
Arizona Biennial 2026 Opening Program with Julie Rodrigues Widholm / Programa de inauguración de la Bienal de Arizona 2026 con Julie Rodrigues Widholm Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm-7:00 pm / Jueves 21 de mayo de 2026 a las 6:00 pm Stonewall Foundation Community Room / Sala Comunitaria Fundación Stonewall Celebrate the opening of Arizona […]
Meditation in the Galleries Saturday, May 30, 2026 Meditation in the Galleries Take a deep breath and experience the Arizona Biennial 2026 through a guided slow-looking meditation led by Desiree Hammond, featuring mindful art observation and reflective discussion. What happens when we experience art through the body, not just the mind? In this two-hour session, we will explore art through […]
First Thursday June 4, 2026 5:00pm - 8:00pm Enjoy extended hours and pay-what-you-wish admission from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Join us on June 4 to explore the topic of place and get to know the Museum’s campus. Check-out new installations in La Casa Cordova, spend time at the art-making tables, and enjoy unique gallery activities. And, don’t miss an opportunity to support a local food vendor, enjoy live music, and check out TMA’s cash bar featuring beer and wine. ________________________________________________________________________ Primer Jueves […]
June 26, 2026 Beat the heat and join us after hours on June 26 for Momentos, a summer series that celebrates the intersection of art and community, where art becomes a catalyst for connection and meaningful conversations. Schedule of Activities: From 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. explore TMA’s Arizona Biennial 2026 and reflect on the intersections […]
TMA NightShift: Member Mixer Friday, July 10 | 5 – 8 PM Free for Members Join us for a special evening at Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block! Connect with fellow members, museum lovers, artists, and creatives while enjoying exclusive after-hours access to the galleries, including the Arizona Biennial 2026 exhibition. Invite a non-member guest […]
July 31, 2026 Beat the heat and join us after hours from 5 to 8 pm on July 31 for Momentos, a summer series that celebrates the intersection of art and community, where art becomes a catalyst for connection and meaningful conversations. Schedule of Activities From 5:00 to 8:00 pm explore select galleries and reflect on place, tradition, […]
TMA NightShift: Black Professional Social Friday, August 7 | 5:30 – 8 PM Free for Members TMA NightShift: Black Professional Social is an evening designed to connect, celebrate, and inspire dynamic professionals from across industries and organizations during a vibrant night of networking, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and dancing with beats by DJ Groovie. More than […]
All Body: Fierce Bodies at TMA + Pilates with Studio Fuerza Sunday, August 23 | 8 – 11 AM $35 All Body: Fierce Bodies at TMA + Pilates with Studio Fuerza Experience a morning of movement, art, and community at the Tucson Museum of Art. Begin with a one-hour Pilates class led by Studio Fuerza […]
August 28, 2026 Beat the heat and join us after hours from 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Aug 28 for Momentos, a summer series that celebrates the intersection of art and community, where art becomes a catalyst for connection and meaningful conversations. Schedule of Activities From 5:00 to 8:00 pm explore the Kasser Family […]
Big imaginations start here. TMA Tots offers a fun and engaging Museum experience through playful learning activities designed for toddlers ages 2 – 5 and their caregivers! Each session is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and connection through movement, art-making, and playful gallery exploration, encouraging little ones to engage with art through curiosity and imagination. […]
Art is for Everyone. Every first Friday, visit TMA for pay-what-you-wish admission, during regular Museum hours. Give what feels right, then experience art your way. Pay-What-You-Wish Day Funded by Jeanne Pickering and Mike Andrew
Courtyard Cinema: Problemista Not your average movie night. Experience films inspired by art and current exhibitions in the historic Casa Cordova courtyard. On September 4, enjoy a screening of Julio Torres’ imaginative comedy Problemista. The film follows an aspiring toy designer navigating creativity, identity, and belonging while pursuing his dreams in New York City. Through […]
Explore the Arizona 2026 Biennial exhibition and connect with Biennial fiber Artist Wendy Raisanen by joining an embroidery circle to create herbal sachets. This embroidery sachet drop-in workshop is a relaxing and creative craft session where you learn basic hand-embroidery stitches to decorate a small fabric pouch. You then fill the stitched bag with lavender […]