First Thursday / Primer Jueves
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesOctober 5, 2023
5-8p.m.
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Expanding Narratives: Building Connections and Engaging Communities
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesThis 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 […]
Bank of America: Museums On Us
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesThis weekend, admission to TMA is free for Bank of America cardholders as a part Bank of America’s Museums On Us program. Reserve a ticket online (one per cardholder) using the discount code TMABofA, then show your Bank of America/Merrill Lynch debit or credit card at the Admissions Desk to redeem your free admission. Museums […]
Second SundAZe / Segundo Domingo
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesSunday, October 8, 2023
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
CUMBI: Curator Tour
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesWednesday, October 18
10: am. - 12 p.m.
TUSD Professional Learning Day Program
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesNeed something to do with your kids on these days off? Bring them to the Tucson Museum of Art’s Education Center for a day to express their creativity and produce original works of art. These days are for ages 5 – 13 and classes are for up to 15-20 students (grouped by age). HOURS 8:30 […]
Howl at the Museum
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesHowl at the Museum is a lively and engaging evening which includes art viewing, music, interactive performances, drinks, light bites, and revelries, along with Whiskey Del Bac’s Showdown, a cocktail competition premiering creations by Tucson’s best bartenders. Howl is an indoor/outdoor event in support of TMA’s extensive arts programming and community engagement activities. Friday, October […]
First Thursday / Primer Jueves
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesNovember 2, 2023
5-8 p.m.
Treasure House (TMA members only)
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesGet ready to find retro and vintage treasures at the Tucson Museum of Art's annual Treasure House Estate Sale fundraiser. Browse thousands of square feet of antiques, fine art, housewares, furniture, fine china, crystal, jewelry, collectibles, and more - all benefiting the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. The much anticipated annual sale will […]
Treasure House
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesGet ready to find retro and vintage treasures at the Tucson Museum of Art's annual Treasure House Estate Sale fundraiser. Browse thousands of square feet of antiques, fine art, housewares, furniture, fine china, crystal, jewelry, collectibles, and more - all benefiting the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. The much anticipated annual sale will […]
Treasure House
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesGet ready to find retro and vintage treasures at the Tucson Museum of Art's annual Treasure House Estate Sale fundraiser. Browse thousands of square feet of antiques, fine art, housewares, furniture, fine china, crystal, jewelry, collectibles, and more - all benefiting the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block. The much anticipated annual sale will […]
Docent Art Talk: Revolutions Per Minute: A New Spin on Art & Music from the 60s and 70s, Presented by Jaye-Lynn Trapp
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesSunday, November 12
2-3 p.m.
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 StatesThe 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 […]
Fall Artisans Market
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesOur Annual Fall Artisans Market features more than 100 unique and local artists and artisans with crafts, original artwork, pottery, glass, jewelry, textiles and gift items in an outdoor street fair setting. Organized by TMA’s Museum Store, the event is an annual fundraiser for Southern Arizona’s oldest visual arts institution located in downtown Tucson. In […]
Fall Artisans Market
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesOur Annual Fall Artisans Market features more than 100 unique and local artists and artisans with crafts, original artwork, pottery, glass, jewelry, textiles and gift items in an outdoor street fair setting. Organized by TMA’s Museum Store, the event is an annual fundraiser for Southern Arizona’s oldest visual arts institution located in downtown Tucson. In […]
CUMBI Curator Tour
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesJoin associate curator, Schmidt Curator of Latin American Art Kristopher Driggers in a tour of CUMBI: Textiles, Society, and Memory in Andean South America to learn about the works featured in the exhibition and their relationship to society and memory. Included with paid admission, free for museum members and students with ID. Culture Pass, guest […]
First Thursday / Primer Jueves
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block 140 North Main Avenue, Tucson, AZ, United StatesDecember 7, 2023
5-8 p.m.
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 StatesThis 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 StatesWe 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 StatesJoin 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 StatesJoin 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 StatesHear 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 StatesJoin 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 […]