Looking at, making and talking about art can offer a welcome respite. Studies show the therapeutic benefits of art can increase our sense of well-being and connection. Join art therapist Meg Abbot as we explore art in the exhibition “Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything” and create something wonderful together. Program is free but space is limited; to reserve a spot email gmoa-tours@uga.edu.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Enjoy looking at art and storytime together in the galleries, then complete an art activity just for the little ones. This free program is designed for families with children ages 18 months to 3+ years. Seats are limited; email gmoa-tours@uga.edu to reserve a spot.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Hosted by Athens-based Flying Squid Comedy, this is a fun, student-driven primer on the ins and outs of improv, and learning how to trust your gut instinct, listen to the moment, and find the funny. Open to total beginners or all-star improvisers. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition “Richard Prince: Tell Me Everything,” based on the joke archives of Milton Berle. Program is free, but space is limited; email gmoa-tours@uga.edu to reserve a spot.
This 1963 American epic comedy film, starring Spencer Tracy with an all-star cast of comedians, is about the madcap pursuit of a suitcase full of stolen cash by a colorful group of strangers. Starring Milton Berle, Sid Caesar, Ethel Merman, Mickey Rooney and Jonathan Winters. 1963, G, 160 min.
Join us as we look at the traditions of landscape and plein-air painting to celebrate the arrival of summer. Have fun in the galleries with Art Cart activities and create your own work of art inspired by the outdoors.
For those who cannot attend in person, Family Day To-Go Kits will be available for pick-up starting at 1 p.m. Saturday through the end of day Sunday, while supplies last.
Family Day is sponsored by Lucy and Buddy Allen and the Friends of the Georgia Museum of Art.
The museum will be closed to the public June 19 in observation of Juneteenth.
Join us for a free yoga class surrounded by works of art in the galleries. Led by instructors from Five Points Yoga, this program is free and open to both beginner and experienced yogis. Sanitized mats are provided. Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis; tickets are available at the front desk starting at 5:15 p.m.
Athens’ established venues for visual art hold Third Thursday, an event devoted to art in the evening hours, on the third Thursday of every month from 6 until 9 p.m. to showcase their visual-arts programming. Full schedules and participants are posted at 3Thurs.org.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
The museum will be closed to the public July 4.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Enjoy looking at art and storytime together in the galleries, then complete an art activity just for the little ones. This free program is designed for families with children ages 18 months to 3+ years. Seats are limited; email gmoa-tours@uga.edu to reserve a spot.
Join us for a free yoga class surrounded by works of art in the galleries. Led by instructors from Five Points Yoga, this program is free and open to both beginner and experienced yogis. Sanitized mats are provided. Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis; tickets are available at the front desk starting at 5:15 p.m.
Athens’ established venues for visual art hold Third Thursday, an event devoted to art in the evening hours, on the third Thursday of every month from 6 until 9 p.m. to showcase their visual-arts programming. Full schedules and participants are posted at 3Thurs.org.
The museum’s late-night art party features a live DJ, free refreshments and galleries open until 11 p.m.
Just like the people they portray, all portraits are unique. Portraits feature many different styles, materials and poses. Explore the art of portraiture with interactive gallery activities, and paint your own portrait to take home.
For those who cannot attend in person, Family Day To-Go Kits will be available for pick-up starting at 1 p.m. Saturday through the end of day Sunday, while supplies last.
Family Day is sponsored by Lucy and Buddy Allen and the Friends of the Georgia Museum of Art.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
These drop-in public tours feature highlights of the permanent collection and are led by museum docents.
Enjoy looking at art and storytime together in the galleries, then complete an art activity just for the little ones. This free program is designed for families with children ages 18 months to 3+ years. Seats are limited; email gmoa-tours@uga.edu to reserve a spot.
Lifelong learning through the arts offers opportunities to practice creativity and create community. Join teaching artist Toni Carlucci in the galleries to look at and talk about art in the permanent collection, then come to the studio classroom to make art and new friends. All levels are welcome. Creative Aging programs are geared to ages 55+. Seats are limited; email gmoa-tours@uga.edu to register.
Join us for a free yoga class surrounded by works of art in the galleries. Led by instructors from Five Points Yoga, this program is free and open to both beginner and experienced yogis. Sanitized mats are provided. Space is limited and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis; tickets are available at the front desk starting at 5:15 p.m.
Athens’ established venues for visual art hold Third Thursday, an event devoted to art in the evening hours, on the third Thursday of every month from 6 until 9 p.m. to showcase their visual-arts programming. Full schedules and participants are posted at 3Thurs.org.
Join us at the Friends Annual Meeting from 9:30 to 11 a.m., featuring the introduction of the 2024 – 25 Friends Advisory Board. Then stick around or drop in from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. as we show our appreciation for our Friends with door prizes, art activities for the entire family, special shop discounts, refreshments, treats and much more! The event is free for all Friends, but advance registration is strongly recommended at bit.ly/friends-appreciation-24.
Learn about the elements of art with fun Art Cart games and crafts, then create your own work of art using line, shape and color.
For those who cannot attend in person, Family Day To-Go Kits will be available for pick-up starting at 1 p.m. Saturday through the end of day Sunday, while supplies last.
Family Day is sponsored by Lucy and Buddy Allen and the Friends of the Georgia Museum of Art.