Join Hina Zaidi, our Curatorial Assistant, as she illuminates the fascinating story of a dinner service crafted by renowned pottery firm Wedgwood, created specifically for Persian Shah Fath Ali by the East India Company. This talk will journey through the historical, political, and artistic implications of this extraordinary exchange, revealing a captivating intersection of British […]
Led by Angela May, the Associate Director of Learning and Engagement, this session takes us on a journey exploring the deep spiritual and cultural connections within the art of tattooing. Unravel the often unseen and intriguing links between identity, tattoos and devotion in various cultures. Reinvigorated for the 2023-2024 season, Art & Conversation gathers art […]
Curious about works of art that aren’t always included on a BMA tour? Take a DeTour with us each Sunday, where we’ll spend 30 minutes focusing on a work of art that is off the beaten path. This Sunday, drop by and join BMA Teaching Fellow Jessica Chanel Davis as she facilitates a discussion on […]
Curious about works of art that aren’t always included on a BMA tour? Take a DeTour with us each Sunday, where we’ll spend 30 minutes focusing on a work of art that is off the beaten path. This Sunday, drop by and join BMA Teaching Fellow Jessica Chanel Davis as she facilitates a discussion on […]
Curious about works of art that aren’t always included on a BMA tour? Take a DeTour with us each Sunday, where we’ll spend 30 minutes focusing on a work of art that is off the beaten path. This Sunday, drop by and join BMA Teaching Fellow Jessica Chanel Davis as she facilitates a discussion on […]
Join us for the Hiden Lecture Series, featuring Penny Rose, a renowned British costume designer whose work has significantly influenced the film industry in films such as the Pirates of the Caribbean series! Her lecture will offer unique insights into the creative process behind some of cinema's most memorable characters.
Join us for Self-Soothe Saturday, a rejuvenating program that invites you to invigorate your body, mind, and spirit with guided yoga, meditation, and a wellness workshop. This iteration of the program will feature certified yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi instructor Brandon Anderson. The program will incorporate a combination of Tai Chi and Yogalates, with an introduction […]
Disney Movie Masterpieces showcases the fashion-forward origins of an iconic villain in the 2021 film Cruella. This stylish event features a screening of the film, inviting you to delve into the world of young fashion designer Estella and her transformative journey into Cruella de Vil. Following the movie, we invite you to take home a […]
Follow the yellow brick road to the Birmingham Museum of Art for an Art After 5 event that’s over the rainbow! This June, we’re celebrating Pride Month with the timeless charm of The Wizard of Oz. Dive into a night where art, music, and pop culture merge, featuring Oz-inspired art activities, a costume contest, and […]
Join us for an ArtBreak with UAB Curatorial Fellow Liz Casement. Liz will be delving into the fascinating history and craftsmanship of a pair of exquisite candelabras, currently on view in our Asian gallery. These candelabras not only highlight the opulent artistry of late 18th-century French aristocracy but also reveal the intricate trade dynamics between […]
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