Expanding Narratives: Building Connections and Engaging Communities

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United States

This program will share lessons learned from the multi-year initiative Expanding Narratives, an Institute of Museum and Library Services-funded project, at the Tucson Museum of Art that sought to better understand the ways in which the museum can reflect and integrate local communities through programs and exhibitions. Panelists, Lizz Denneau (artist-educator), Gabriella Moreno (scholar and […]

The Royal Inca Tunic: A Biography of an Andean Masterpiece presented by Dr. Andrew Hamilton

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United States

The most famous work of Andean art in the world is an enigmatic tunic in the collection of Dumbarton Oaks in Washington, DC. Thought to be the only surviving royal vestment of the Inca Empire, it has also spawned controversial theories that its intricate patterns are a long-lost writing system. For over two decades, Andrew […]

Panel: Weaving Memory with artist Perla Segovia and performance artist Erika Marquez

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United States

This panel will explore creative acts that process, produce, and protect memories. Panelists, including CUMBI artists Perla Segovia and Erika Marquez, will discuss their work preserving history, engaging traditions and culture, and making memory accessible to communities. Lecture admission is $5 or free for members and students. Upon request, American Sign Language interpretation for lectures […]

Docent Art Talk: Naminga, Naminga, Naminga: Three Artists You Might Not Know but Should! Presented by Linda Friedman

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United States

We will learn about the art of the Naminga family. Dan Naminga and sons Arlo and Michael are three highly respected Santa Fe contemporary artists whose work reflects their Hopi heritage and the world of today. Monthly lectures examine art and artists that have influenced the world, from the great classics of Europe to the […]

Curator Spotlight: Art of the American West with Christine Brindza, Senior Curator, Glasser Curator of Art of the American West

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United States

Join the museum’s curators in a three-part series to learn more about the permanent collection! During these lectures hear how the museum builds and cares for its collection, learn about recent acquisitions, and learn about expanding conversations in Art of the American West. Lecture admission is $5 or free for members and students. Upon request, […]

Curator Spotlight: Modern and Contemporary Art with Dr. Julie Sasse, Chief Curator, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United States

Join the museum’s curators in a three-part series to learn more about the permanent collection! During these lectures hear how the museum builds and cares for its collection, learn about recent acquisitions, and learn about expanding conversations in Modern and Contemporary Art. Lecture admission is $5 or free for members and students. Upon request, American […]

Artist Talk with Miguel Arzabe

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United States

Hear from contemporary artist Miguel Arzabe as he discusses his artwork on view in CUMBI: Textiles, Society, and Memory in Andean South America, his creative practice, and how his works draw inspiration from the cultural techniques and motifs of his Andean heritage. About the speaker: Miguel Arzabe makes colorful and dynamic abstractions - weavings, paintings, […]

Curator Spotlight: Latin American Art with Dr. Kristopher Driggers, Associate Curator, Schmidt Curator of Latin American Art

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United States

Join the museum’s curators in a three-part series to learn more about the permanent collection! During these lectures hear how the museum builds and cares for its collection, learn about recent acquisitions, and learn about expanding conversations in Latin American Art. Lecture admission is $5 or free for members and students. Upon request, American Sign […]