Teen Open Studio Tuesday, July 2 4-7:30 p.m. Included with admission; free for members Join your friends for TOS this summer. Open studio nights give teens the opportunity to explore art mediums and processes in a safe, creative environment. This is not an art workshop but rather a place to explore and experiment with a variety of art materials. Bring your friends and work collaboratively or bring an artwork in progress and let your creative juices flow. Either way, this…

Spotlight on the Navajo Code Talkers  Tuesday, July 2 6, 6:30 & 7 p.m.  Included with admission; free for members Join us for a 30-minute tour focused on a thought-provoking theme in the museum’s collection. Tonight’s spotlight is on the Navajo Code Talkers and their contributions during World War II. Space is limited; reservations accepted at the admissions desk on the day of your visit.  

Courtesy of Douglas Land Sketching in the Galleries   Tuesday, July 9 5:30 - 7:30p.m.  Included with admission; free for members Explore what’s on view at the museum and sketch works of art with instructor Douglas Land. Learn how to begin a composition, practice shading, and hone other drawing techniques. You provide the creativity and we’ll provide the supplies. Open to artists of all ages and abilities. 

Hold Your Horses! Saturday, July 13 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.  Included with admission; free for members Trot with us through the museum in search of horses in the art and learn about the important jobs they do. Head back to our children’s studio and create a horse sculpture of your own. Family Day features fun with an artsy, western, or wildlife twist! Themed activities include story time, a kid-friendly tour, and an artmaking workshop. Best for ages 3-10; children must be…

Shakespeare on the Frontier  Sunday, July 14 3 p.m. Included with admission; free for members Join us for a talk and live performance by Veronica Leone Matthews and the company of St. Petersburg Shakespeare Festival. The ubiquitous works of William Shakespeare were avidly read and performed in the American West. Come learn how Shakespeare made its way into the hands and hearts of cowboys, prostitutes, traders, and outlaws! Seating is limited; reservations required.  

Children’s Open Studio Tuesday, July 16 4-7:30 p.m. Included with admission; free for members Join us this summer for drop-in art making in the studio! Open studio is a space for children to experiment and play with an array of art mediums. Each week will introduce new themes while incorporating art techniques that engage curiosity and paths to discovery. Best for ages 7-12; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Teen Open Studio Tuesday, July 16 4-7:30 p.m. Included with admission; free for members Join your friends for TOS this summer. Open studio nights give teens the opportunity to explore art mediums and processes in a safe, creative environment. This is not an art workshop but rather a place to explore and experiment with a variety of art materials. Bring your friends and work collaboratively or bring an artwork in progress and let your creative juices flow. Either way, this…

Trevor Bystrom   Tuesday, July 16 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Included with admission; free for members Trevor Bystrom and his band are known for their multicultural sound, a blend of elements from many genres, including world, calypso, reggae, Latin, and blues. They create their world melodies and afro-rhythms using unique instruments from a wide range of cultures. Joining him on stage is Trevor’s right hand man James Hershey on the kit and Dickey Betts’ band member Pedro Arevalo on bass. Seating is limited.