'Banyon as Metaphor: Grounded Paths' by Lilian Garcia-Roig The Enchanted Florida exhibition in A&H's Maitland Art Center presents paintings, photographs, and video art by Florida artists whose works show that they search and long for pristine nature, only to encounter a changing landscape blighted by urban and suburban developments. Featured artists include Lilian Garcia-Roig, Bruce Marsh, Alexander…
The first fiber bombing for the project is located in the field next to A&H's main campus In conjunction with the A&H's Soldier's Home and Art of Camouflage exhibitions, Victoria Walsh (aka Macramé Momma) will lead “fiber bombing” community-based art installations, titled Central Florida Yellow Ribbon Project. It aims to usher awareness about homeless veterans…
Not your typical exhibition opening, Culture Pop! connects guests with the artists and the art itself. You'll enjoy: Preview new Maitland Art Center and Historical Museum exhibitions Pop-up exhibition by, and Q&A with, A&H’s 2018-19 Artists-in-Action Literary readings by the Orlando chapter of Florida State Poets Association Open Art School classrooms & demonstrations Live jazz…
In 1917, upon America’s entry into World War I, J. André Smith, founder of the Maitland Art Center (formerly known as the Research Studio), enlisted in the Army Reserve and received officer’s training. He first served with a camouflage unit and then joined as the senior officer and commander in a war art program, consisting…
J. A. Smith, Untitled (Peace), 8x8”, 1918 In 1917, upon America's entry into World War I, J. André Smith, founder of the Maitland Art Center (formerly known as the Research Studio), enlisted in the Army Reserve and received officer’s training. He first served with a camouflage unit and then joined as the senior officer and…
Join us on 2nd Thursdays of the month for guided lunchtime tours of the Soldier's Home: Veterans' Art in Central Florida exhibition in the Maitland Art Center galleries, usually given by Director of Experiences and curator Dr. Rangsook Yoon. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in our gardens afterward! Cost: regular admission — click here…
Art of Camouflage exhibit in the Historical Museum PLEASE NOTE THAT FALL FAMILY DAY HAS BEEN POSTPONED! A new date will be announced soon! Join us for child-friendly tours of the Maitland Art Center and Historical Museum exhibits, along with related art activities for the whole family, including creating camouflage tote bags and Yellow Ribbon…
Home to one of Maitland’s founding families, the Waterhouse Residence has long been considered inhabited, even after becoming a museum. Take a guided tour with our hosts, and learn Victorian and local lore. You’ll see intriguing artifacts such as a wreath artistically made of human hair and a 19th century funerary plaque, as well learning…