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Lectures, Conversations, and Artist Talks

91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art offers public lectures, artist talks, and conversations both in-person and virtually throughout the academic year. Guest speakers include Thomas P. Johnson Distinguished Visiting Scholars & Artists such as Antonio Martorell, Denise Bookwalter, and Nicole Cromartie, as well as 91Ó°ÊÓ faculty, students, and special guests.

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Author Talk: Tiphanie Yanique

October 22 | 6pm @ The Rice Family Pavilion

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Join a conversation about the intersection of art and literature with novelist, poet and short story writer Tiphanie Yanique. Moderated by Victoria Brown, Associate Professor of English at 91Ó°ÊÓ.

About the author: Tiphanie Yanique is an award-winning novelist, poet, essayist, and short story writer from the U.S. Virgin Islands. She is the author of the acclaimed novels Monster in the MiddleÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýLand of Love and Drowning, as well as the poetry collection Wife and the story collection How to Escape from a Leper Colony. Her work has earned numerous honors, including the Bocas Prize for Caribbean Poetry, the Center for Fiction's Flaherty-Dunnan First Novel Prize, and recognition as a National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 honoree. ​

In addition to her literary work, Yanique has written for The New York Times,ÌýThe Wall Street Journal, and O Magazine, and is an advocate for the Caribbean diaspora. She is a professor of creative writing at Emory University in Atlanta. ​

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Artist Talk: La Vaughn Belle

October 29 | 5:30pm @ 91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art

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Multidisciplinary artist La Vaughn Belle, Thomas P. Johnson Distinguished Visiting Artist, shares insights into how history informs her art and practice.

Through exploring the material culture of coloniality, Belle creates narratives from fragments and silences. Working in a variety of disciplines, her practice includes painting, installation, photography, writing, video, and public interventions. In this artist talk, Belle delves into her practice, highlighting works currently on view: The House that Freedoms Built installation which explores the history and legacy of colonialism in the Caribbean and photo series Swarm featured in the exhibition, To Imagine a Home at 91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art.

Learn more about La Vaughn Belle and her works on view.

Image: La Vaughn Belle with The House That Freedom Built Photo Credit: Courtesy of Powerhouse Arts

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View Past Lectures, Conversations, and Artist Talks

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Public Tours

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Museum Highlights Tours

Second and Last Saturdays | 1pm

September 12 & 26, October 10 & 31, November 14, December 12

Select Thursdays | 6pm

September 17, October 8, November 12, December 17

Visit 91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art on the second and last Saturday of each month as well as select Thursdays for docent-led museum tours that highlight works from our current exhibitions. Tours and admission are free. Secure your spot -

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Exhibition Tours

Enjoy public tours of current exhibitions throughout the season. Secure your spot -

October 9 | 11am To Imagine a Home

November 13 | 11am Being Outdoors: Recreation in the American Imagination

December 11| 11am Visions of the City


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Happy Hour Tours

First Wednesdays | 6pm

September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2

Join us in the lobby of the Alfond Inn for a 60-minute curator-led tour of selections from the 91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art's world-class collection of global contemporary art. Beverages are available for purchase before, during, and after the tour from the Hamilton’s Kitchen Bar.

Registration opens two weeks prior to each event.

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Pop-up Tours

Our Pop-up Tours are special, limited-time experiences offered throughout the season outside of our regular schedule. These tours highlight unique themes, timely topics, or fresh perspectives on works in the collection.

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Audio-Guided Tours

91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art is now on Bloomberg Connects! Download the app to explore audio-guided tours inside and outside of RMA and The Alfond Inn created by scholars, museum professionals, and 91Ó°ÊÓ students.

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    Outdoor Sculpture Tour

    Enjoy the fresh Florida air as you explore seven outdoor sculptures from the 91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art collection. This 1.6-mile self-guided tour across the beautiful 91Ó°ÊÓ campus begins at 91Ó°ÊÓ Museum Art's front steps and ends at The Alfond Inn.

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    Art at the Alfond Inn Highlights Tour

    Listen to an audio guided tour of select works on view at The Alfond Inn.


Schedule Group Tours, Field Trips, and Class Visits

91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art is a great place to learn together. Explore these options to schedule your free tour.

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    Self-Guided Group Tours

    Registration Required

    The galleries are available for self-guided tours by groups during all open hours of operation. To ensure you have the best possible experience, please schedule an appointment 2 weeks in advance.

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    Field Trips & School Tours

    Encourage visual literacy, critical thinking skills, and art appreciation in your students by scheduling your public, private, or homeschool visit to 91Ó°ÊÓ Museum of Art. All tours and admission are free.

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    College Class Visits

    Explore programs for college educators and students that amplify traditional classroom learning, provide context for different academic disciplines, and offer hands-on student engagement both inside and outside of the classroom. Open to college educators and students from any institution. Admission is free.

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