The James Museum from Home
We invite you to discover a new way to experience the museum through curated content based on our collection. Choose a theme below to explore art, movies, books, music, children’s activities and more.
ALL Themes
Jason Rich, A Western Heritage
Cowboys
Discover diverse perspectives on life in the West, and an expansive look at what it means to be a cowboy (and cowgirl).
Ray Swanson, Wanna Share the Frybread?
Navajo Culture
Explore the rich history and cultural traditions of the Navajo people through a variety of lenses, including visual art, music, literature, films, food, and more.
Michael Coleman, Prince of the Okavango
Wildlife
Explore visual art, movies, books, and family activities that celebrate wildlife and inspire us to care about the natural world.
Tom Browning, Among the Wildflowers
Spring
We welcome spring and its promise of new beginnings. Experience the vibrant signs of the season – birth, hope, renewal, growth, and redemption – through an array of art, movies, books, and family activities.
John Cogan, Eventide
Sky
Set your sights above as we explore the sky, from cloud formations to celestial bodies. Discover works of art, books, movies, and creative activities that encourage daydreaming and stargazing.
Charlie Dye, Dinner Music
Community
What does community mean to you?
Explore creative offerings by artists, writers, and filmmakers who reflect on ways that human connection, shared experience, belonging, support, and healing can come through community bonds.
Tim Solliday, Migration
Journey
Travel with us on imagined journeys westward through works of visual art, books, movies, and creative activities for families.
John Nieto, Not Necessarily the End of the Trail
something borrowed
Pablo Picasso famously said, “Good artists borrow, great artists steal.” Discover the original artwork —that went on to inspire some of the great artists of today— in our exploration of borrowed imagery.
Indian Artists
Spotlighting influential 20th century Native American artists in The James collection, read about how these painters and sculptors were also art pioneers.
Robert Duncan
American, born 1952
Hard Times for Travel
2011
Oil on canvas
Winter
“Winter is not a season, it’s a celebration.” -Anamika Mishra
Winter brings longer nights, cooler air, and special holidays. We hope you stay warm while enjoying this selection of Winter-themed works of art.