Brooks Museum of Art

Discover the ultimate story of queer art, resistance, and love as Dr. Jeffrey H Jackson, author of Paper Bullets: Two Artists Who Risked Their Lives to Defy the Nazis, sheds light on the story of artists Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore. These artists, now known for their surrealist photos, led a quiet but effective campaign […]

Embrace the beauty of winter in this First Hint of Spring workshop, where you'll learn to design stunning arrangements using seasonal winter florals, including fragrant bulb flowers like daffodils and tulips. In this class, you'll explore the art of balancing colors, textures, and shapes to create an elegant and seasonal arrangement. Whether you're a beginner […]

Start the countdown to 2026 with creativity at your art museum! This Super Saturday celebrates New Year’s traditions across cultures with a hands-on art activity perfect for all ages. Inspired by the energy and brilliance of fireworks, visitors will create their own fireworks collage using watercolor, black paper, scissors, and glue. This project highlights both […]

Light up the darkest day of the year with art and inspiration. This special Winter Solstice edition of Super Saturday invites all ages to the Education Studio to create handmade lanterns. Using collage techniques, glue, yarn, tea lights, and vibrant coloring materials, participants will design their own lanterns to reflect the spirit of the solstice—a […]

Step behind the scenes with C. Rose Smith, Assistant Curator of Photography at your art museum, for a compelling exploration of the Hooks Brothers Studio collection—an extraordinary archive of over 75,000 photographs spanning 80 years of Memphis history. Captured by the Hooks Brothers, this visual legacy tells a story of Black life in Memphis that […]

Zines, scenes, and self-expression—this Super Saturday invites you to dive into the creative world of DIY publishing. Inspired by the museum’s permanent collection, this hands-on art-making session in the Education Studio is perfect for all ages. Use paper, markers, collage materials, stickers, and more to craft your very own zine—whether it's a mini comic, a […]

Discover a new way to collage and upcycle in this hands-on sewing workshop, participants will create personalized fabric squares using repurposed textiles. Inspired by quilt-making traditions, this class explores memory, storytelling, identity, and sustainability through hand-stitching. No sewing experience is required - participants can stitch initials, abstract patterns, or meaningful symbols. Make sure to arrive […]