The Appleton Museum of Art continues the monthly Inspired Speakers Series with John Eblan on Sunday, Sept. 23, at 2 p.m. These monthly presentations feature individuals who not only excel in their fields, but are also an inspiration to others. Eblan will discuss how he became a model-maker and highlight some of his past model-making ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will host a special event, “P.R.A.D.O. on the Patio,” on Friday, Nov. 9, 6-9 p.m. This event is held in combination with the exhibition “La Diaspora: Keepers of Heritage,” on view through Jan. 20, featuring work by members of Puerto Rican Arts Diaspora Orlando. This event is sponsored in part ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art, College of Central Florida, will host a special event, “Honoring Your Service: The Appleton Salutes Veterans,” on Sunday, Nov. 18, noon-5 p.m. Join us in a celebration honoring those who bravely served, or are now serving, our country. This event is free for Appleton members, CF students, active-duty military and ... Read more
Be the first to shop the Appleton Store’s annual holiday sale and receive a 30 percent discount on your purchases on Wednesday, Nov. 21, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. This includes everything from holiday home decor and gifting, one-of-a-kind jewelry from local artists, art supplies and toys for children, to scarves, hats and bags with your ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art, College of Central Florida, will be the premiere venue for “America’s Everglades: Through the Lens of Clyde Butcher.” On view Feb. 2-May 26, “America’s Everglades” features work by renowned wilderness photographer and conservationist Clyde Butcher. The large-format black-and-white photographs span three decades, capturing the rugged and remote beauty of the ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will present a bookmaking and printmaking workshop with CF Associate Professor of Art Tyrus Clutter. This workshop is part of the Master Class Series, designed for those who are ready to take their work to the next level. Workshop participants will make relief prints and combine them into a one-of-a-kind ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will present two exhibitions this summer from June 8-Oct. 20, “Do Not Bleach: Stephanie Brown” and “Urban Chatter: Sharon Kerry-Harlan.” Exhibition Events Opening Reception and Spoken Word Showcase Saturday, June 8, 5–7 p.m. Celebrate with artist Stephanie Brown at the opening of “Do Not Bleach: Stephanie Brown” and “Urban Chatter: ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will present the annual Museum Day and Education Open House on Saturday, July 6, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. There is no fee to attend. All ages are invited to enjoy the permanent collection, special exhibitions and ARTSpace. Special exhibitions on view include “Do Not Bleach: Stephanie Brown,” “Urban Chatter: Sharon ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art is pleased to participate in the Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day on Saturday, Sept. 21. This program grants free admission at participating museums and cultural institutions across the country. Download your ticket, good for up to two guests, and present your paper or e-ticket anytime between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will host a jazz concert featuring The Greg Snider Quartet on Thursday, Oct. 10, 7-9 p.m. Led by CF Professor and Saxophonist Greg Snider, the quartet will take guests on a musical journey through the history of the Harlem Jazz Age. This concert is inspired by the jazz imagery in ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art is offering free admission on Sunday, Oct. 13, noon-5 p.m. to honor the birth date of Arthur I. Appleton. Visit the permanent collection and special exhibitions “Urban Chatter: Sharon Kerry-Harlan,” “Do Not Bleach: Stephanie Brown,” and “Florida Impressions: Relief Prints by Leslie Peebles.” Visit the new permanent exhibition in the ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will present the exhibition “Across the Atlantic: American Impressionism Through the French Lens,” Nov. 2, 2019-Jan. 5, 2020. This extraordinary exhibition, drawn mostly from the collection of the Reading Public Museum in Reading, Pennsylvania, explores the path to Impressionism through the 19th century in France. The show examines the sometimes ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will host a Veterans Appreciation talk, “Birth of a New Idea,” by Chaplain (Colonel) Janet Horton on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2 p.m. Chaplain Horton will share her remarkable experiences and how her deep faith in the promises of the Gospel and the idea of unselfish service brought her to change ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will host “Feast Under the Stars” fundraiser on Nov. 16, 6-9 p.m. In combination with the special exhibition “Across the Atlantic: American Impressionism Through the French Lens," guests are invited to travel back in time to the world of the Impressionists at this one-of-a-kind fine dining experience at the Appleton. ... Read more
Don't wait untill after Thanksgiving to get the sale. Exclusively for all CF Employees with ID, the Appleton Store offers its holiday savings one day early. CF employees will receive a 30% discount on purchases. Books and items already on clearance are excluded from discounts. Can't make it on Nov. 27th? The Appleton Museum of ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will hold its annual Arbor Day observance with a presentation and tour on Thursday, Jan. 30, 11 a.m. Arbor Day is a nationally celebrated observance that promotes the benefits of trees in the urban environment and encourages tree planting and care. Most states observe Arbor Day on the last Friday ... Read more
The Appleton After Hours Concert Series will present Southern singer and guitar player Chris McNeil on Thursday, Feb. 6. The annual After Hours concert series offers live music, special displays of artwork by Ocala Art Group and tasty samplings from local restaurants. Doors open at 5 p.m. and music begins at 5:30 p.m. Food service ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will host a Valentine’s Party on Friday, Feb. 14, 7-9 p.m. Be our Valentine at a party for friends, couples and singles that celebrates love is love, in any language. Ticket includes hors d’oeuvres from four cuisines around the world and two beverages from the bar, which will feature international ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will host a conversation with photographer Billy Joe Hoyle on Thursday, Feb. 27, at 2 p.m. Hoyle’s work is on display in the Appleton’s Balcony Gallery now through June 21 in a solo exhibition titled “At Home and the World.” Hoyle has spent the last two decades traveling the world ... Read more
The Appleton Museum of Art will present its annual family event “Magical Night at the Museum,” Saturday, April 18, from 6-9 p.m. Embark upon a fun and enchanting adventure around the Appleton that includes unicorn carriage rides, artwork that comes to life, mermaids and more! Make your way to the Artspace for an otherworldly art ... Read more