April 23, 2023 - April 29, 2023
Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
Twenty-four professionally-acclaimed plein air artists will paint at the Polasek Museum and at other locations throughout Winter Park and Orlando. Art lovers are invited to watch the artists at work and attend free painting demonstrations. Works will be on display as soon as they are completed and dropped off at the museum’s wet room. ALL artwork created during the week will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds going to support the Museum. Stop by to see and purchase works produced during this year’s Winter Park Paint Out!
Region(s):
Central
County: Orange
Category(s):
Art
Garden
Historic Home
House
Park
Talk/Lecture
Reception
Class/Workshop
Exhibit
April 19, 2023 2:30 PM
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Hidden Treasures: Tiffany Windows at Woodlawn Cemetery
Region(s):
Central
County: Orange
Category(s):
Art
Talk/Lecture
Exhibit
Other
April 07, 2023 - April 21, 2023 12:00 PM
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Learn all about the life of Vincent van Gogh (1853–90). The series begins in van Gogh’s hometown of Zundert, Netherlands, traces his path to becoming an artist, and describes his evolution as an artist.
Region(s):
Central
County: Orange
Category(s):
Art
Talk/Lecture
Exhibit
December 13, 2022 - April 16, 2023 10:00 AM
Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens is pleased to announce our newest exhibition, All that Glitters: The Society of Gilders, an installation in partnership with The Society of Gilders, an international and professional association devoted to the art and craft of gilding. This exhibition will run December 13, 2022, to April 16, 2023.
Gilding or “gilt,” is a decorative technique for applying fine gold leaf or powder to solid surfaces such as wood, stone, or metal to give a thin coating of gold. Precious objects, art, and architectural elements have been gilded by ancient Greek, Roman, Chinese, and Egyptian cultures for centuries. This knowledge further transitioned through influential European art periods and can be seen in innumerable master works of art. The Polasek Museum is delighted to partner with The Society of Gilders for this glorious look at this historic medium. This exhibition aims to reflect The Society of Gilders’ mission, “to preserve traditional gilding skills and techniques and to promote the highest standards in the practice of gilding.” Artists have not only been encouraged to submit finished pieces, but also works in progress.
This exhibition is supported by United Arts of Central Florida and the Florida Division of Cultural Affairs.
Region(s):
Central
County: Orange
Category(s):
Art
Exhibit
April 07, 2023 - April 09, 2023 9:30 AM
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Free admission throughout the weekend. Live music from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, April 7.
Region(s):
Central
County: Orange
Category(s):
Art
Exhibit
Music
Other
March 07, 2023 - March 31, 2024 9:30 AM
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Few designers did more to bring art into the home than Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848–1933), and few of Tiffany’s incredibly varied products did more in this regard than his lamps. Tiffany had been interested in lighting since his days as a decorator, but the rapid adoption of electricity in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century created unprecedented opportunities to marry technology and beautiful design for a much larger group of consumers. The new installation of "Lamps and Lighting—Tiffany and His Contemporaries" showcases some of Tiffany’s most innovative designs for lamps and sets a context for their production and design. John Dikeman’s workbench and lamp molds, recent acquisitions by the Morse, illustrate the process used in the creation of a lamp. Dikeman (1882–1967) was the head of Tiffany Studios lamp department until it closed in the 1930s.
Region(s):
Central
County: Orange
Category(s):
Art
Exhibit
May 09, 2023 - August 20, 2023
Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Garden is to host a retrospective exhibition of the artwork of sculptor George Nock (American, 1946-2020). The artist, a former NFL running back, celebrated the excellence inherent in natural forms and the accomplishments of exceptional figures in their respective pursuits. The spirit of music and movement resonant in Nock’s sculpted and painted depictions of musicians, dancers, athletes, warriors, and animals. Nock’s career was tragically cut short by his diagnosis with the COVID-19 virus, passing in 2020.
The exhibition will feature figural bronze sculpture, paintings, and drawings, including the clay formed maquettes for the recently unveiled sculpture for Orlando’s Lorna Doone Park: Barrier Breakers (2020). Commissioned by the Edward E. Haddock Jr. Family Foundation, the Barrier Breakers monument honors the players involved in the first interracial little league baseball game played in the south.
Artwork will be available for purchase with proceeds to benefit the George & Mary Nock Foundation and the hosting museum.
Region(s):
Central
County: Orange
Category(s):
Art
History
Exhibit
April 05, 2023 10:00 AM
West Volusia Historical Society
Explore East DeLand, stop in charming Lake Helen, and then on to the quaint town of Cassadaga settled by spiritualists, for a relaxing lunch and story telling. With knowledgeable West Volusia Historical Society guides, discover the parts of West Volusia most closley associated with Henry Addison DeLand and the dream he made a reality.
Tour includes stop and admission into Lake Helen History Museum and lunch at Sinatra's Restaurant in the Cassadaga Hotel.
Fee: $42.50 per person Advanced reservations required call 386-740-6813.
Region(s):
Central
County: Volusia
Category(s):
History
Other
April 01, 2023 9:00 AM
West Volusia Historical Society
Back by popular demand, we will enjoy a "formal" breakfast on our bunny china followed by needle felting wool "eggs" with soft, colorful designs. No prior needle felting experience is necessary, but since felting needles are sharp, delicate and breakable, we take precautions and all participants must follow instructions carefully. Needle felting is fun and enjoyable! Kids at heart may be included if space is available. For Youth ages 9 to 16 and Kids at Heart Time: 9 am - 12 noon. Conrad Center. Cost: Youth $15/Adults $20. WVHS Household members receive discount.
Region(s):
Central
County: Volusia
Category(s):
Art
Children's
Talk/Lecture
Reception
Class/Workshop
July 04, 2023 9:30 AM
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
The Museum provides free admission in conjunction with the City of Winter Park’s 4th of July Celebration.
Region(s):
Central
County: Orange
Category(s):
Art
Exhibit
Other