Ceramics Wheel
2025-02-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-06 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Adults 55+ | Beginner+Intermediate Level | with Lucy
Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Jan. 16 – Mar. 6 (8 classes)
Mar. 13 – May 2 (8 classes *no class 3/20)
Work with clay on the potters’ wheel. Beginners start with a hand-building project to get acquainted with the clay and then jump into learning how to throw their next ceramic adventure. Intermediate students can dive right into getting dirty and take inspiration from instructor-led projects. All experience levels are welcome!
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
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TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
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Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This class occurs onsite at the Tampa Museum of Art in the Ceramics Classroom.
120 W. Gasparilla Plaza
Tampa FL, 33602

Drawing and Painting
2025-02-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-06 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-27 18:00 - 21:00 | FL
Adults 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Rolando
Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Jan. 16 – Mar. 6 (8 classes)
Mar. 13 – May. 2 (8 classes *no class 3/20)
This class offers an opportunity to develop a painting or drawing from a live model or a photo reference. The flexible curriculum adjusts to individual artistic passions, focusing on rendering a 3-dimensional live figure, including portraiture, or work from an art-worthy photo of almost any subject. Work with your chosen material to achieve your masterpiece with attentive and helpful guidance at any level!
Drawing supplies and draft paper included.
*Some classes may require additional materials and/or a model fee. When applicable, a supply list or kit available for purchase will be provided on the first day of class.
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
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TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
Scholarship Application.
Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This class occurs onsite at the Tampa Museum of Art in the Golding Scher Classroom.
120 W. Gasparilla Plaza
Tampa FL, 33602

Studio 55 Ceramics
2025-03-01 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-08 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-15 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Calan
Saturdays 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Jan. 11 – Mar 8 (8 classes *no class 1/25)
Mar. 15 – May 10 (8 classes)
Use clay to build, mold, and sculpt three-dimensional works using coil building, slab building, and other hand-building techniques. All experience levels are welcome; beginners and up.
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
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Already a member? Write development@tampamuseum.org to receive the discount code.
TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
Scholarship Application.
Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This class occurs onsite at the Tampa Museum of Art in the Ceramics Classroom.
120 W. Gasparilla Plaza
Tampa FL, 33602

Ceramics
2025-03-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Adults 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with
Mondays 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Jan. 13 – Mar. 3 (7 classes *no class 1/20)
Mar. 10 – Apr. 28 (7 classes *no class 3/17)
In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of creating ceramic artwork. Use clay to build, mold, and sculpt three-dimensional works using coil building, slab building, and other hand-building techniques. All experience levels are welcome; beginners and up.
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
Join now
Already a member? Write development@tampamuseum.org to receive the discount code.
TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
Scholarship Application.
Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This class occurs onsite at the Tampa Museum of Art in the Ceramics Classroom.
120 W. Gasparilla Plaza
Tampa FL, 33602

Art on the House
2025-03-06 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-13 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-20 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-27 16:00 - 20:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Every Thursday from 4 to 8 pm, the Tampa Museum of Art offers Art on the House where admission prices change to pay-as-you-will, and visitors choose whatever admission price they want to pay. Bring the family and celebrate 100 years of art in Tampa with exhibitions that emphasize ancient, modern, and contemporary art.
Beginning at 4 pm every Thursday, walk up to the Welcome Desk and tell the Visitor Experience and Engagement Representatives the admission price you chose to pay for your visit to the museum. Any donation amount is welcome.

Ceramics Continued Study
2025-03-09 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-03-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Adults 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Ginny
Sundays 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Jan. 12th,19th
Feb. 2nd, 9th,16th
Mar. 9th, 23rd, 30th
Apr. 6th,13th, 20th
Ceramics Continued Study is a space for students to enhance their learning experience with instructor assistance and guiding knowledge. Sign up for a single class to continue working and add the finishing touches on projects you’ve started in one of our other classes. Sign up for multiple classes to choose your own adventure in hand-building or wheel thrown ceramics. Work with your instructor to plan out your projects and make them a reality. Some experience with clay is recommended.
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
Join now
Already a member? Write development@tampamuseum.org to receive the discount code.
TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
Scholarship Application.
Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This class occurs onsite at the Tampa Museum of Art in the Ceramics Classroom.
120 W. Gasparilla Plaza
Tampa FL, 33602

Teen Workshop | TMA@CityofTampaGoldingArt
2025-03-10 18:00 - 20:00 | City of Tampa Golding Art Studio, 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, 33606
Teens | Beginner Level | with Casey
Mondays 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Jan. 13
Feb. 10
Mar. 10
Apr. 14
Teen artists will explore a variety of mediums and work closely with innovative local teaching artists. With mentorship and socialization at the forefront, they’ll learn about different paths in art while developing their skills and experimenting with new techniques.
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
Join now
Already a member? Write development@tampamuseum.org to receive the discount code.
TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
Scholarship Application.
Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This class occurs at the Golding Art Studio located in the City of Tampa, Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC.
522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Art on the Spectrum
2025-03-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Art on the Spectrum Hours:
Last Sunday of Each Month, 9am – 10am
Art on the Spectrum is a special monthly event designed to welcome individuals with sensory sensitivities, developmental differences, and their caregivers. Enjoy exploring the museum in a calm, low-crowd environment with sensory-friendly tools and supportive assistance available. You can borrow noise-canceling headphones or other sensory items from the front desk as well – just ask! This event offers children and their families a chance to connect with others who share similar experiences, while enjoying all the museum has to offer.
Questions? Please contact hello@tampamuseum.org

Classical Antiquities Lecture: Citizen Participation in Ancient Athens
2025-03-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Date: Sunday March 23, 2025
Time: 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Tampa Museum of Art
Classical Antiquities Lecture: Citizen Participation in Ancient Athens
After the U.S. Presidential Elections in November 2024, it is fitting to return to the birthplace of democracy, Athens, around the 6th through 4th century BCE. Keynote speaker Dr. Jennifer Roberts traces the political reforms that led to the breakdown of the power of the nobility and the rise of popular government within the larger context of ancient Greek history. As well as discussing the women and the enslaved population excluded from participation in government, Dr. Roberts will explore the Athenians’ rationale for denying citizenship to immigrants and their descendants in the context of anxiety about immigration in the United States, beginning with the founding era. Among those who did belong to the citizen body, she will ask how the Athenians arranged to involve men (not women) of all social classes in government. Identifying eight strategies for maximizing citizen participation, she will explore how the Athenians’ approach might be adapted to the large nation-states of the modern world, the United States in particular.
Lectures are offered:

Art+ Museum Members: Free
Not-Yet-Members: $25
College Students: Free

RSVP Required
Dr. Jennifer Tolbert Roberts is Professor of Classical Languages and History in the Department of Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures at the City College of New York and the City University of New York Graduate Center. She is particularly interested in ancient political theory, both democratic and anti-democratic, war and peace in antiquity, as well as Greek historiography, including authors such as Herodotus and Thucydides. Among her most significant publications are Accountability in Athenian Government (Wisconsin, 1982), Athens on Trial: The Antidemocratic Tradition in Western Thought (Princeton, 1994), The Plague of War: Athens, Sparta, and the Struggle for Ancient Greece (Oxford, 2017), and most recently Out of One Many: Ancient Greek Ways of Thought and Culture (Princeton, 2024). Additionally, she is co-author of the popular textbook Ancient Greece: A Political, Social, and Cultural History (4th ed., Oxford, 2018).

Presenting Sponsors: Bill Zewadski and Belinda Dumont
Exhibition Sponsor: Duckwall Foundation

William Stillman (American, 1828-1901), Acropolis, Athens, c. 1875. Albumen print, 8 × 10 ¼ inches. Tampa Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. William Knight Zewadski, 1999.093

Democracy: Ancient & Modern - A Panel Discussion
2025-03-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Date: Sunday March 23, 2025
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Tampa Museum of Art
Democracy: Ancient & Modern – a panel discussion
After the keynote address, Sheramy Bundrick, Scott Perry, Jennifer Roberts and Branko van Oppen will continue the discussion about ancient democracy and its influences on modern politics. The discussion will focus on the development of popular government in ancient Greece, its impact on the foundation of the United States of America. Additionally, the panelists will consider the ancient monuments and works of art related to the birth of democracy in Classical Athens during the 5th century BCE. Ancient art and 19th-century photography illustrating archaeological sites on display at the Tampa Museum of Art will pass the review as well. The panel will engage the audience in a debate about current events and lessons learned from the near and distant past.
Lectures are offered:

Art+ Museum Members: Free
Not-Yet-Members: $25
College Students: Free

RSVP Required
Dr. Sheramy Bundrick is Professor of Art History at the School of Art and Art History, University of South Florida, where she teaches courses in the art of the ancient Mediterranean. She specializes in Athenian vase painting, and explores the interactions between the Athenian and Etruscan markets.
Dr. Jonathan Scott Perry is Associate Professor of History at the University of South Florida. His areas of interest include the position of women, Greco-Roman sports and athletics, and the influence of ancient history on the modern world, such as classical scholarship in Fascist Italy and in 20th and 21st-century cinema.
Dr. Jennifer Roberts is Professor of Classical Languages and History at the City College of New York and the City University of New York Graduate Center. She is particularly interested in ancient political theory, war and peace in antiquity, as well as Greek historiography, including authors such as Herodotus and Thucydides.
Exhibition Sponsor: Duckwall Foundation

William Stillman (American, 1828-1901)
Western Facade of the Parthenon, 1869
Albumen print, 11 × 14 inches
Tampa Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Knight Zewadski, 1994.037.031
Soldier Putting on Greaves
Black-figure amphora (storage vessel)
Athens, Attica, Greece
Archaic period, ca. 540-530 bce
Tampa Museum of Art, Joseph Veach Noble Collection, purchased in part with funds donated by Mr. Frank Duckwall, 1986.026

Figure Drawing | TMA@CityofTampaGoldingArt
2025-03-24 10:15 - 13:15 | City of Tampa Golding Art Studio, 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, 33606
Adults 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Rolando
Mondays 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM
Jan. 27th
Feb. 17th
Mar. 24th
Apr. 21st
Work in your drawing and painting media of choice or explore new ones. In these three-hour instructor-guided single-session classes, students will learn the fundamentals and expand their 2D knowledge while creating images from life. Learn the basics and grow your techniques with tailored instruction and live model sessions.
Drawing supplies and draft paper included.
*Some classes may require additional materials and/or a model fee. When applicable, a supply list or kit available for purchase will be provided on the first day of class.
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
Join now
Already a member? Write development@tampamuseum.org to receive the discount code.
TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
Scholarship Application.
Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This class occurs at the Golding Art Studio located in the City of Tampa, Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC.
522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Art Schooled | TMA@CityofTampaGoldingArt
2025-03-27 12:30 - 15:00 | City of Tampa Golding Art Studio, 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, 33606
Children K-5th | Beginner Level | with Kiara
Thursdays 12:30 – 3:00 PM
Ages K-2nd | 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Ages 3rd-5th | 2:00 -3:00 PM
Jan 30 – Suchitra Mattai: Bodies and Souls
Feb 27 – Jacob Hashimoto: This Particle of Dust
Mar 27 – Purvis Young Redux
Apr 24 – Jennifer Stienkamp: Madame Curie
Try this hour-long make-and-take class for two different age ranges. Each class is inspired by a different exhibit or artwork on display at the museum.
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
Join now
Already a member? Write development@tampamuseum.org to receive the discount code.
TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
Scholarship Application.
Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This workshop series occurs at the Golding Art Studio located in the City of Tampa, Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC.
522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Lecture - The Art of Identity and the Identity of Art: Contextualizing Under the Spell of the Palm Tree
2025-03-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
The Art of Identity and the Identity of Art: Contextualizing Under the Spell of the Palm Tree
Understanding how the past intersects with the present helps inform our views of the world. As individuals, we share recollections, at times lucid and temporal, at other times imprecise. We shape meaning around ideas, values, symbols, customs, and myths centered on historic interpretation. The formation of ethos and identity, like the articulation of art, serve as representations of this consciousness. Art, like collective memory, can be luminous and worldly at times, and inexact at others. How does identity impact art? We address this question by contextualizing the artists and paintings that comprise the collection, Under the Spell of the Palm Tree: The Rice Collection of Cuban Art.
Every Thursday from 4 to 8 pm, the Tampa Museum of Art offers Art on the House where admission prices change to pay-as-you-will, and visitors choose whatever admission price they want to pay.
Talks at the Tampa Museum of Art are free with the cost of Admission.

Art+ Museum Members: Free
Not-Yet-Members: Pay-as-you-will
College Students: Free

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About the Speaker:

Denis Rey serves as associate professor in the Department of Political Science & International Studies at the University of Tampa where he specializes in international relations and Latin American politics. He also co-directs the Center for José Martí Studies Affiliate, a research institute concentrating on the literary and revolutionary work of Cuba’s national liberator. Through the Center, he has focused his work on recovering and analyzing the newspapers published by the Cuban émigré communities of Florida and New York during the latter part of the nineteenth century.
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Image Caption: Pedro Pablo Oliva, Marti de blanco (Marti in White). From the Series “Utopias y disidencias”, 2010, Oil on canvas. Collection of Susie and Mitchell Rice

Teen Digital Collage
2025-03-27 18:00 - 20:30 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Teens | Beginner Level | with Penelope
Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Jan. 30
Feb. 20
Mar. 27
Apr. 24
Teen artists will explore a variety of mediums and work closely with innovative local teaching artists. With mentorship and socialization at the forefront, they’ll learn about different paths in art while developing their skills and experimenting with new techniques.
Art+ Members enjoy a 20% discount on TMA Studio Art classes.
Join now
Already a member? Write development@tampamuseum.org to receive the discount code.
TMA strives to make art education accessible to all. Apply for a need-based scholarship to cover partial and full tuition of classes.
Scholarship Application.
Cancelation Policy
All of TMA’s studio courses require a minimum enrollment to run. If a class does not meet the minimum enrolment three days before the first day of class, it will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued to any enrolled students.
For students who need to cancel their enrollment:
14 days + before the first day of your class—100% refund
8–13 days before the first day of your class—50% refund
7 days or less—no refund
All refunds will be charged a $15 administrative fee.
This class occurs onsite at the Tampa Museum of Art in the Berkman Family Tech Classroom.
120 W. Gasparilla Plaza
Tampa FL, 33602
