Brooks Museum of Art
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Super Saturday – Felt Tapestries
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesJoin us on April 18 for Super Saturday: Tapestries, a hands-on artmaking experience inspired by Henry Easterwood and other artists from the Memphis College of Art (MCA) legacy featured in the museum’s Permanent Collection. Young artists will explore color, texture, and shape as they create their own felt “tapestries” using scissors, glue, and colorful felt. […]
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Spring Landscape Watercolor Workshop with Drew Blake
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesCurious about watercolor? Whether you’re brand new to painting or want a creative refresher, this workshop with Memphis-based artist and educator Drew Blake is the perfect place to start. You'll explore the essentials of watercolor—brushwork, layering, color mixing, and composition—all in a relaxed, supportive setting. Drew's accessible teaching style makes it easy to experiment, ask […]
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Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesSunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
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A Toast to Local Art
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesRaise a glass at A Toast to Local Art, a brunch-time celebration of the artists shaping Memphis right now. Hosted by the museum’s Art Now Collective, this gathering brings together collectors, creatives, and curious newcomers to celebrate the city’s contemporary art scene.Sip mimosas, meet local gallerists, and learn how to start—or deepen—your own art collection while […]
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Art and Aperitifs: Remembering the MCA
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesWhat shapes an artist? Join us for a dynamic installment of Art & Aperitifs as four acclaimed Memphis College of Art alumni—Kong Wee Pang, Amy Hutcheson, Lurlynn Franklin, and Sharon Havelka—sit down with their former professor, Fred Burton, for a candid conversation about art, education, and creative community. They’ll reflect on pivotal moments at MCA: […]
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Legacy at the Table: MCA Dinner Series
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesThis spring, the Memphis’ art museum invites you to take your seat at a table set for Memphis. Presented in conjunction with Memphis College of Art, 1936 to 2020: An Enduring Legacy, Legacy at the Table is a three-part seated dinner series that is both a fundraiser and celebration. These evenings both honor an institution that shaped generations […]
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Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesThursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
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with abundance we breathe
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesInspired by Suchitra Mattai’s with abundance we meet, this singular musical performance offers a vibrant tribute to the voices and visions of South Asian composers within the classical tradition. Drawing on the themes of migration, domesticity, and fertility that permeate Mattai’s visual work, the concert presents a sonic landscape that is equally expansive and boundary-defying. […]
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Super Saturday – Earth Day
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesJoin us on April 25 for Super Saturday: Earth Day Mini Pots, a creative celebration of Earth Day and the legacy of Newcomb Pottery—known for its beautiful, nature-inspired designs and artistic craftsmanship. In this hands-on activity, kids will decorate their own mini pots using an image transfer technique with pretty printed napkins, Mod Podge, and […]
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Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesSunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
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Peak of Spring: Floral Arranging Workshop with Midtown Bramble & Bloom
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesCelebrate the beauty of spring with our Peak of Spring floral arranging workshop! Join us as we celebrate the season’s most vibrant blooms, including elegant larkspur, striking irises, and lush peonies. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned flower enthusiast, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the art of creating stunning floral arrangements that capture […]
$53.56 – $64.07 -
Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesThursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18