Art, Media and Material Witness explores the relationships between artists and the historical, political and social challenges of their time. The exhibition proposes the artist as a material witness, defined as “a witness whose testimony is both relevant to the matter at issue and required in order to resolve the matter.” Questions that emerge include: What are the forms of artistic testimony? What is the significance of art in society’s discourse? Is art essential? What can art resolve? Can art change the way we think of or imagine our world? Twenty five artists from Africa, Latin America and the United States engage with these important issues through a variety of media. The exhibition features several new acquisitions and important loans. Each featured work gives compelling testimony about the issues and conditions of its unique time and place in the world. Some challenge political circumstances through irony and humor and question the potential of utopian aspirations. Others explore the tension between nature and humanity and unsettle concepts of the “natural.” Lastly, the works question and reflect on historical representations of culture and identity. Read Less

Art, Media and Material Witness explores the relationships between artists and the historical, political and social challenges of their time. The exhi...Read More

Sixteen artists were selected for the Brevard Art Museum’s national juried exhibition Navel Gazing: Artists Visions of Florida. Eight Florida artists and eight artists from outside the state were selected to reconstitute existing ideas or make fresh-squeezed interpretations of Florida. Artists in the exhibition are: Carolina Cleere, Tampa, FL; Robert Farber, Sarasota, FL; Patricia Fay, Estero, FL; Dee Hood / Sheryl Haler, Ruskin, FL; Candace Knapp, Brandon, FL; Mira Lehr, Miami Beach, FL; Caui Lofgren, Bradenton, FL; Steven Spencer, Cocoa Beach, FL; Robert Butler, Knoxville, TN; Alec De Leon, New Orleans, LA; Fran Hardy, Lamy, NM; Lory Lockwood, New Orleans, LA; Christopher Nitsche, Savannah, GA; Abigail Simon, Brooklyn, NY; Bethany Souza, Hammond, LA; and Katherine Sweetman, San Diego, CA. Navel Gazing: Artists Visions of Florida is sponsored in part through a $25,000 award for the Culture Builds Florida grant by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Read Less

Sixteen artists were selected for the Brevard Art Museum’s national juried exhibition Navel Gazing: Artists Visions of Florida. Eight Florida artist...Read More

An outdoor event celebrating art and culture with a fine art show, contemporary craft festival, theatrical performances and full line-up of live music. Bringing together over 250 of the nation's best artists and crafters. 10am-5pm. Read Less

An outdoor event celebrating art and culture with a fine art show, contemporary craft festival, theatrical performances and full line-up of live music...Read More

SPRING CAMP Glitz and Glory: The Golden Age of Spain March 29 – April 2 Children ages 9-11; grades 4-6. Experience the rich culture of Spain during the 16th and 17th centuries through art, science, and history. Find out which Old World traditions were brought to the New World by explorers and colonists. Individual Sessions: $35 for Friends members*; $40 for non-members. 5-Day Sessions: $160 for Friends members*; $180 for non-members. Camp T-shirt and craft supplies included in fee. * To become a member and receive camp and other discounts, call Heidi Edgar at 850.487.3655 Read Less

SPRING CAMP Glitz and Glory: The Golden Age of Spain March 29 – April 2 Children ages 9-11; grades 4-6. Experience the rich culture of Spain during ...Read More

Nationally acclaimed artists gather on Florida's Forgotten Coast, the noteworthy stretch between Mexico Beach and Alligator Point, to participate in the 4th Annual Plein Air Invitational, May 6-16, 2010. Painters will set up their easels and pull out their brushes to document the landscape and culture of this last vestige of authentic "Old Florida". The public may view the artists at work in several venues. Contact The Forgotten Coast Cultural Coalition for more information 850-227-4255. The communities of Mexico Beach, WindMark Beach, Port St. Joe, Cape San Blas, Indian Pass, Apalachicola, Eastpoint, St. George Island, Carrabelle, SummerCamp and Alligator Point have joined forces to produce the most impressive art event seen along the coast. Artists will be painting on the beach, across the marsh, beside the lakes and throughout the streets of these waterfront towns. Experience beauty through the eyes of America's finest plein air artists! Read Less

Nationally acclaimed artists gather on Florida's Forgotten Coast, the noteworthy stretch between Mexico Beach and Alligator Point, to participate in t...Read More

June 7 – 11 Children ages 9-11; entering grades 4-6. Learn about the natural history and culture of the Apalachee people through the study of objects found by archaeologists. These Florida natives will be the inspiration for hands-on activities such as gardening, flint Apalachee Adventures knapping, and archery. A Child’s Life June 14-18 Children ages 8-10; entering grades 3-5. Imagine you were born 350 years ago. What was life like for the young residents of the mission? Learn to dress, play, and live like a colonist through role-playing, studying site artifacts, and using period toys and games. New World Apprentice June 28-July 2 Children ages 11-13; entering grades 6-8. Join our bustling village as a living history interpreter and participate in a variety of apprenticeships. Enlist as a soldier, blacksmith, potter, and more! Junior Archaeology July 5-9 Children ages 8-10; entering grades 3-5. Welcome to the fascinating world of archaeology! This introductory program will teach you to piece together the past through hands-on learning activities with Mission San Luis archaeologists. Historical Archaeology July 19-23 Children ages 11-13; entering grades 6-8. Dig into the past and learn the tools of the trade alongside professional archaeologists. Mapping, water screening, sorting, and artifact identification are just some of the skills you will enjoy learning. Spaniards on the High Seas July 26-30 Children ages 8-10; entering grades 3-5. Spend the week learning about the explorers, conquistadors, and merchants who traveled across oceans in search of new trade routes, unfamiliar lands, and riches. This is an adventure you don’t want to miss! Colonial Survivor August 9-13 Children ages 11-13; entering grades 6-8. Journey across the Atlantic and form your own colony. Each day will bring triumphs and setbacks. Do you have what it takes to survive? Enrollment fees: Individual Sessions: $35 for Friends members*; $40 for non-members. 5-Day Sessions: $160 for Friends members*; $180 for non-members. Camp T-shirt and craft supplies included in fee. * To become a member and receive camp and other discounts, call Heidi Edgar at 850.487.3655 Read Less

June 7 – 11 Children ages 9-11; entering grades 4-6. Learn about the natural history and culture of the Apalachee people through the study of object...Read More