First Thursday / Primer Jueves

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

October 5, 2023
5-8p.m.

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 […]

Recurring

Bank of America: Museums On Us

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

This 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 States

Sunday, 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 States

Wednesday, 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 States

Need 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 States

Howl 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 States

November 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 States

Get 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 States

Get 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 States

Get 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 […]

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 […]

Fall Artisans Market

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

Our 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 States

Our 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 States

Join 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 States

December 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 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 […]