• Tour: Spectacular Still Lives

    Tour: Spectacular Still Lives

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Join docent Peter Boyd for a focused look into Still Lives works, a guided tour that explores the visual language and narrative power of still life compositions across time and place. From early modern traditions to contemporary interpretations—including works by Memphis-based artists—this tour unpacks how everyday objects become vessels of meaning, mood, and memory. If […]

    $10
  • Super Saturday – Quilts

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Learn about the geometry of quilt patterns by making your own paper quilt squares! Inspired by the newest exhibition at your art museum ‘Of Salt and Spirit’ this activity is all about the art of quilt making. Bring the whole family to collaborate on your own mini paper family quilt. Super Saturday takes place every […]

    Free
  • Indian Dance Workshop

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Learn about Indian dance and culture at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art! Local dance instructor Jay Kumar will guide you through hand gestures, dance routines, facial expressions, and more as you learn about the beautiful art of Indian dance. You’ll also have the opportunity to try on traditional Indian dance costumes and jewelry. No […]

  • Homeschool Day – Hispanic Heritage Month

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the art of hojalata, or Mexican Tin Art. During October’s Homeschool Day at your art museum, you can practice the art of hojalata by safely embossing a piece of tin art with dull pencils. We’ll learn about Mexican folk art imagery and motifs while making a piece of […]

    Free
  • Oil Painting for Adults: Masterpiece Series

    Oil Painting for Adults: Masterpiece Series

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Join us for Painting the Masters, a relaxed, welcoming 8-week class series where adult learners discover the joy of oil painting. Each session explores techniques used by great artists throughout history—helping you build foundational painting skills while creating your own masterpieces. Perfect for beginners or those returning to art, this class offers step-by-step guidance, time to […]

    $250.00 – $375.00
  • Art & Aperitifs: A Conversation with Suchitra Mattai

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Join us for an evening of art, film, and conversation with the artist Suchitra Mattai, whose installation with abundance we meet is currently featured in the museum’s rotunda. A screening of the Oscar-nominated short film Anuja (2024), co-produced by Mattai will be followed by a conversation between the artist and Patricia Lee Daigle, MBMA Curator of Modern […]

  • with abundance we celebrate: Indian Cultural Celebration

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Celebrate Indian art and culture with a special happy hour at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art’s! Following Suchitra Mattai’s artist talk and film screening, we’ll continue the party with live music, Indian cuisine, and dancing. Join us for an evening of community, celebration, and culture! The museum and all its programs are made possible […]

    Free
  • Super Sabado: Dia de los Muertos Community Workshop

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Interested in learning more about Dia de los Muertos? Join us on Saturday October 11 from 10:00-11am OR 11:00- 12:00p for a FREE workshop organized in partnership with Cazateatro. Participants will learn more about the culture and traditions behind Dia de los Muertos. In particular you'll have the chance to learn about and create the […]

    Free
  • Figure Drawing (Clothed Model)

    Figure Drawing (Clothed Model)

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Join Brooks Museum for Figure Drawing sessions. Artists of all levels can practice and increase their skills drawing the human form at Memphis' art museum. Sessions will be led by a local artist and  will include a clothed model. Participants can bring their own drawing supplies. Drawing boards, pencils, and pens are available for free. No […]

  • Video Art and Visual Essay Workshop with Gustav Bengtsson

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Join Swedish-Berlin-based filmmaker, video artist, and social anthropologist Gustav Bengtsson for a thought-provoking and immersive Experimental Film Workshop exploring the boundaries of video art and the visual essay. Designed for creatives, students, and practitioners interested in the intersections of film, art, and research, this three-part session offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from a […]

    $25
  • Tour: The It Girls of Modern and Contemporary Arts

    Tour: The It Girls of Modern and Contemporary Arts

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Discover some of the best works created by women artists in the Brooks Museum’s permanent collection. Led by docent Vicky Powell, this tour seeks to elevate the visibility of female artists at Brooks Museum so that their names will be spoken in the same conversations as their male counterparts. The featured artists are: Georgia O'Keefe, […]

    $10
  • Art In Focus: a Celebration of Memphis’s 55 and Better!

    Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Come experience Memphis’ art museum at this free event for adults who are 55 and better, hosted in partnership with Creative Aging. We invite you to get to know more about some of the 10,000 works in our permanent collection and our special exhibition Of Salt and Spirit. You can also learn about programming for […]

    Free