A Beautiful Despair
Huntsville Museum of Art 300 Church Street S.W., Huntsville, AL, United StatesOn View March 21 - August 23
On View March 21 - August 23
Coming Home explores the layered and evolving meanings of home through the work of three contemporary artists with deep ties to Huntsville, Alabama—LeXander Bryant, Jahni Moore, and Toyin Ojih Odutola. Through painting, photography, and mixed media, the exhibition reflects on how memory, experience, and imagination shape our sense of belonging and place. Rather than offering a [...]
Step the dazzling universe of Andy Warhol—a place where art and celebrity collide. WARHOL: film, fashion, photography presents an expansive look at one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, featuring more than 150 works that reveal how Warhol shaped—and was shaped by—the visual culture of his time. The exhibition brings together iconic [...]
Learn about the exciting life and art of Andy Warhol! Make Warhol-inspired pop art using printmaking techniques. Who: Appropriate for the entire family! What: A hands-on art activity When: One Saturday of each month, 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Where: Stender Family Interactive Education Galleries – ART LAB Cost: FREE admission for parents/guardians and children [...]
Artsy Tots introduces toddlers ages 2-3 to art and the Museum through artful short stories, gallery play activities, and an art activity. The program helps with color recognition, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and more! Artsy Tots classes are held once a month on Friday from 10-10:45 am and 11-11:45 am. The program will be [...]
On View September 12, 2026 February 28, 2027
This program is dedicated to slow looking and mindfulness. This monthly event invites visitors to join the museum docents in the galleries to practice “slow looking”, an immersive approach to experiencing art. Visitors are invited to ask questions about an artwork, explore a book related to the work, sketch or take notes to enhance their [...]
Discover the work of Master artist Henri Matisse! Make collages with cut outs like the famous artist. “I cut paper, but I’m drawing with the scissors.” - Matisse Who: Appropriate for the entire family! What: A hands-on art activity When: One Saturday of each month, 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Where: Stender Family Interactive Education [...]
First Look is an opportunity for docents and visitors to engage with the Huntsville Museum of Art’s new exhibitions and artwork. During this time you will find our Docents stationed by various works of art, ready to answer any questions you have about the piece. On the first Sunday of every month, docents will be [...]
Watercolor Painting Tony Couch, AWS Skill Level: Beginners, Students, Hobbyists & Professional Artists Monday, September 14 – Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Thursday, September 17, 2026; 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $575 members/$625 non-members The workshop sessions begin as Couch completes a painting, explaining what he is doing, and why, as he paints. Students [...]