Art Talk: Detroit Artists

Meet the artists behind our current exhibition Visions: 16 Detroit Artists in a special artist panel on Thursday, April 18 at 6 PM. The artist panel will be led by Dr. Hubert Massey with artists Shirley Woodson, Sydney James, Carole Morisseau, Richard Lewis, and Peter B......More

Meet the artists behind our current exhibition Visions: 16 Detroit Artists in a special artist panel on Thursday, April 18 at 6 PM. The artist panel will be led by Dr. Hubert Massey with artists Shirley Woodson, Sydney James, Carole Morisseau, Richard Lewis, and Peter Bernail. Learn about the vibrant culture and community of the Detroit art scene, the art within the exhibition, and about the artists behind the artwork. This event is free and open to the public.   Art Talk: Detroit Artists Thursday, April 18 | 6 PM About the Exhibition: The world-famous Detroit art scene comes to West Michigan in an exhibition featuring 16 contemporary Detroit artists whose work highlights the strength and vibrancy of the Detroit art community. The exhibition features a variety of media influenced by the Detroit art scene. From jazz inspired collages to large-scale portraits, photography to photorealism, these works of art reveal the unique and diverse stories from within the art communities of Detroit.   The exhibiting artists are Gil Ashby, Peter Bernal, Judy Bowman, Bakpak Durden, Laura Gibson, Henry Heading, Michael Horner, Sydney James, Richard Lewis, Dr. Hubert Massey, Nivek Monet, Carole Morriseau, Vernard Rubens, Ackeem Salmon, and Shirley Woodson.    

On Tap & Uncorked

On Tap & Uncorked is a multi-sensory tasting event with an artistic twist. This 21+ event invites you to explore the galleries and exhibitions while tasting artfully crafted beer, wine, cider, and food from West Michigan. Advanced Tickets: $30 | Museum Members $40 | Non......More

On Tap & Uncorked is a multi-sensory tasting event with an artistic twist. This 21+ event invites you to explore the galleries and exhibitions while tasting artfully crafted beer, wine, cider, and food from West Michigan. Advanced Tickets: $30 | Museum Members $40 | Non-Members – Public At the Door Tickets: $40 | Museum Members $50 | Non-Members

Expressions: Middle & High School Reception

Expressions is the annual student art exhibition showcasing the artistic talents of Muskegon County K-12 students. In its 42nd year, Expressions includes two and three-dimensional artworks created in a variety of media from thirteen different Muskegon County school dist......More

Expressions is the annual student art exhibition showcasing the artistic talents of Muskegon County K-12 students. In its 42nd year, Expressions includes two and three-dimensional artworks created in a variety of media from thirteen different Muskegon County school districts. Middle & High School Reception: Wednesday, April 24 | 5:30 PM

Expressions: Elementary School Reception

Expressions is the annual student art exhibition showcasing the artistic talents of Muskegon County K-12 students. In its 42nd year, Expressions includes two and three-dimensional artworks created in a variety of media from thirteen different Muskegon County school dist......More

Expressions is the annual student art exhibition showcasing the artistic talents of Muskegon County K-12 students. In its 42nd year, Expressions includes two and three-dimensional artworks created in a variety of media from thirteen different Muskegon County school districts. Elementary School Reception: Thursday, April 25 | 5:30 PM

STEAM Along the Lakeshore

STEAM Along the Lakeshore is a free family fun event in downtown Muskegon, Michigan that promotes STEAM learning in the community. Participants will be given a map to visit activity booths in Hackley Park, Hackley Public Library, Lakeshore Fab Lab, Muskegon Museum of Ar......More

STEAM Along the Lakeshore is a free family fun event in downtown Muskegon, Michigan that promotes STEAM learning in the community. Participants will be given a map to visit activity booths in Hackley Park, Hackley Public Library, Lakeshore Fab Lab, Muskegon Museum of Art, and Muskegon Museum of History & Science. Each STEAM activity is different at every location and is sure to be a fun and educational experience to remember. Saturday, May 4 | 10 AM – 3 PM

ArtSmarts! with a Bite - Mary Cassatt

This spring, the Muskegon Friends of Art continues their Women in Art series, which examines the role of women in art and history. The event draws a line from these talented women of the past, to present day women artists in the MMA’s collection. Following a brief prese......More

This spring, the Muskegon Friends of Art continues their Women in Art series, which examines the role of women in art and history. The event draws a line from these talented women of the past, to present day women artists in the MMA’s collection. Following a brief presentation, guests will visit connected works in the MMA permanent collection, and then conclude with a curated dessert to complete the event. One lucky guest will win the floral arrangement door prize! May 9 | Mary Cassatt All programs begin at 12:00 noon.FOA Members are FREE | General Admission $5 at the door | No reservations are needed.

Super Saturday

Join us for Super Saturday at the MMA on the second Saturday of every month! Enjoy FREE *general admission to the museum’s permanent collection galleries and a FREE kids STEAM workshop or activity. Each Super Saturday is inspired by a piece of art from the MMA permanent......More

Join us for Super Saturday at the MMA on the second Saturday of every month! Enjoy FREE *general admission to the museum’s permanent collection galleries and a FREE kids STEAM workshop or activity. Each Super Saturday is inspired by a piece of art from the MMA permanent collection or a current exhibition.   Saturday, May 11|  11 AM – 2 PM: Magical Mobiles!   Support for Super Saturday is generously provided by Howmet Aerospace. *General admission does not include admission to specialty exhibitions

Spark! Memory Care Tour

SPARK! is a cultural program for people with early to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners. The program is designed to keep participants actively engaged in their communities by providing experiences that stimulate conversations, provide peer support, and inspi......More

SPARK! is a cultural program for people with early to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners. The program is designed to keep participants actively engaged in their communities by providing experiences that stimulate conversations, provide peer support, and inspire creativity through creative engagement, workshops, and programs. SPARK! at the MMA is facilitated by Nancy Armitage. Wednesday, May 15| 10 AM – Noon Schedule: 10 AM | Doors Open10:30-11 AM | Gallery Program11-Noon | Hands-On Art ActivitySPARK! programs are designed for families and care partners. Pre-Registration Required, Limited spots are available. The MMA is a wheelchair-accessible location. Questions, registration, or to schedule this tour for a group email our Curator of Education, Heather Placko, at [email protected] or call 231.720.2577.

Storytime in the Gallery

Join us for a special Storytime in the Gallery on Thursday, May 16! Storytime in the Gallery is for children ages 0-5 to listen to stories, sing songs, and explore the illustrations in our current exhibition, Oliver Jeffers: 15 Years of Picturing Books. May 16 | 4 PM St......More

Join us for a special Storytime in the Gallery on Thursday, May 16! Storytime in the Gallery is for children ages 0-5 to listen to stories, sing songs, and explore the illustrations in our current exhibition, Oliver Jeffers: 15 Years of Picturing Books. May 16 | 4 PM Storytime in the Gallery is partnered with Hackley Public Library.

Member Preview - Weathering the Storm

Please join us for a special member preview of John Steuart Curry: Weathering the Storm on Wednesday, May 23 from 5-8 PM. The exhibition is a showcase reunion of Curry’s most iconic masterpieces as new research reveals a fresh perspective into the life and art of one of......More

Please join us for a special member preview of John Steuart Curry: Weathering the Storm on Wednesday, May 23 from 5-8 PM. The exhibition is a showcase reunion of Curry’s most iconic masterpieces as new research reveals a fresh perspective into the life and art of one of America’s most influential artists. At the opening reception, be sure to attend the Curator Talk with Curry Scholar, Patricia Junker to learn more details about the life and art of John Steuart Curry. Member Preview: Wednesday, May 23 from 5-8 PM “Tornado Over Kansas”, John Steuart Curry John Steuart Curry: Weathering the Storm highlights the artwork that visually defined the Midwest and tells the captivating and tragic story behind the work and life of John Steuart Curry. His paintings, which depict picturesque rural landscapes, communal gatherings, and most famously, the devastating natural disasters that impacted the Midwest, influenced the national perception of life in the region through popular culture and media in the late 1920’s. Iconic paintings, such as “Tornado Over Kansas” and “Baptism in Kansas”, will be featured in the exhibition alongside other notable works loaned from The Cincinnati Art Museum, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, The Saint Louis Art Museum, The Sheldon Museum of Art, The Syracuse University Art Museum, The Whitney Museum of American Art, and Kiechel Fine Art. For this exhibition, the Muskegon Museum of Art partnered with independent scholar and curator Patricia Junker, whose new research and insight into Curry challenges the conventional understanding of Curry and reveals the deeply personal, and emotionally tragic inspiration behind his breakthrough paintings. Exhibition Dates: May 23 – September 2 John Steuart Curry: Weathering the Storm is presented by Mike & Kay Ohtoff.   “Tornado Over Kansas”, John Steuart CurryOn the Rock, John Steuart CurryFire Diver, John Steuart CurryPortrait, John Steuart CurryPhoto, John Steuart Curry 

Exhibition Opening - Weathering the Storm

Please join us for the opening reception of John Steuart Curry: Weathering the Storm on Thursday, May 23 from 5-8 PM. The exhibition is a showcase reunion of Curry’s most iconic masterpieces as new research reveals a fresh perspective into the life and art of one of Ame......More

Please join us for the opening reception of John Steuart Curry: Weathering the Storm on Thursday, May 23 from 5-8 PM. The exhibition is a showcase reunion of Curry’s most iconic masterpieces as new research reveals a fresh perspective into the life and art of one of America’s most influential artists. At the opening reception, be sure to attend the Curator Talk with Curry Scholar, Patricia Junker to learn more details about the life and art of John Steuart Curry. Opening Reception: Thursday, May 23 | 5- 8 PM Curator talk with Curry scholar, Patricia Junker | 6:30 PM “Tornado Over Kansas”, John Steuart Curry John Steuart Curry: Weathering the Storm highlights the artwork that visually defined the Midwest and tells the captivating and tragic story behind the work and life of John Steuart Curry. His paintings, which depict picturesque rural landscapes, communal gatherings, and most famously, the devastating natural disasters that impacted the Midwest, influenced the national perception of life in the region through popular culture and media in the late 1920’s. Iconic paintings, such as “Tornado Over Kansas” and “Baptism in Kansas”, will be featured in the exhibition alongside other notable works loaned from The Cincinnati Art Museum, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, The Saint Louis Art Museum, The Sheldon Museum of Art, The Syracuse University Art Museum, The Whitney Museum of American Art, and Kiechel Fine Art. For this exhibition, the Muskegon Museum of Art partnered with independent scholar and curator Patricia Junker, whose new research and insight into Curry challenges the conventional understanding of Curry and reveals the deeply personal, and emotionally tragic inspiration behind his breakthrough paintings. Exhibition Dates: May 23 – September 2 John Steuart Curry: Weathering the Storm is presented by Mike & Kay Ohtoff.   “Tornado Over Kansas”, John Steuart CurryOn the Rock, John Steuart CurryFire Diver, John Steuart CurryPortrait, John Steuart CurryPhoto, John Steuart Curry 

MMA Closed - MEMORIAL DAY

In observation of Memorial Day, the Muskegon Museum of Art offices and galleries will be closed on Monday, May 27.