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…
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…
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…
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…
Sip on wine or craft beer as Director of Experiences and curator Dr. Rangsook Yoon takes you on a tour of the current exhibition -- Veterans’ Art in Central Florida -- in the Maitland Art Center galleries. Cost: $3 A&H members / $6 general / cash bar
A&H invites our fans and neighbors to visit us in recognizing the WWI Armistice Centennial on Nov 11, 2018 at 11am EDT as we ring the bell and join Americans across the nation in remembrance of those who served and sacrificed.
Step in to Christmas past and explore Christmas traditions of the Victorian era with all of its décor and charm. See how Maitland’s early residents celebrated the holidays as the Waterhouse Residence Museum converted for this annual tradition. Special Candlelight Tours will be offered the evening of December 1, 5:00-8:00pm, to coincide with the city…