EXHIBITIONS
Beth Ford: A Selective Retrospective
Through Sept. 23
This exhibition showcases the work of Florida Southern College Professor emeritus and award-winning artist Beth Ford. https://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/bethford
Richard Segalman: Monotypes
Through June 9
A study collection of Segalman’s work gifted to the museum by the artist. This exhibition includes paintings, pastels and 24 monotypes. www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/segalman
Masters of Spain: Goya and Picasso
Through June 17
A rare showcase of work by two of the greatest Spanish painters of all time. This exhibition presents side-by-side the two artists who defined Spanish-made art for nearly 200 years. www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/masters18
Lorrie Goulet: Seventy Years Carving
A celebration of Goulet’s career as a painter, sculptor and poet, the sculptures in this exhibition come directly from the 92-year-old artist’s New York City studio. https://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/goulet2018
The Von Wagner Code
A curated exhibition inspired by the rediscovery of a damaged, long-lost painting on the Florida Southern College campus and the exciting search for answers about its origins. https://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/the-von-wagner-code
STUDENT EXHIBITIONS
VSA Arts
Through Aug. 26, 2018
This exhibition highlights work from Very Special Arts of Polk County, a program for gifted students and students with emotional, physical or cognitive challenges who are enrolled in Polk County Schools. The artworks selected for the exhibition represent a wide variety of media and techniques.
EVENTS
Members Reception- Richard Heipp exhibition
Friday, June 1, 6-8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free for members and students with valid ID; $10 nonmembers
RSVP: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/heippreception
Access Art: Special Needs
Saturday, June 2, 11 a.m.-noon
Cost: Free
Registration requested. For registration or questions, contact Tinia Clark: (863) 224-8557, or email sidestreetartbeat@gmail.com.
Mindful Leadership with Emily Rogers
Wednesday, June 6, noon-1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Point of View Gallery Talk
Friday, June 8, noon-1 p.m.
Cost: Free
RSVP: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/povjune2018
Coffee with the Artist
Saturday, June 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Registration appreciated: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/coffeeford
Creative Yoga with Michelle Pugh
Friday, June 15, noon-1p.m.
Cost: $5 members; $10 nonmembers
Docent-Led Tour
Saturday, June 16, 11 a.m.-noon
Cost: Free
Reservations requested: https://polkmuseumofart.org/docentjune
The Art of Film- “Hide Your Smiling Faces”
Saturday, June 23, 6-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
A cash bar is available.
Registration requested: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/filmjune18
Members Reception- Lorrie Goulet and Von Wagner exhibitions
Friday, June 29, 6-8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free for members and students with valid ID; $10 nonmembers
RSVP: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/wagnerreception
SUMMER ART CAMPS
Lakeland
Session 1: June 4-15; registration deadline is May 27
Session 2: June 18-29; registration deadline is June 10
Session 3: July 2-13; registration deadline is June 24
Session 4: July 16-27l registration deadline is July 8
Registration required: https://polkmuseumofart.org/summercamp
Winter Haven
Outer Space Art Gallery and Studio- 230 Ave. C SW
July 16-27
Registration required: https://polkmuseumofart.org/whcamp
About the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College
The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida, is a private, not-for-profit academic fine art museum dedicated to promoting inspirational and engaging arts experiences for all. It is one of the Top 10 art museums in the State of Florida, an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and the only art museum accredited by the American Alliance of Museums serving the 666,000 residents of Polk County. Museum hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesdays – Saturdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays (closed Sundays June 1 through Labor Day) and closed Mondays and major holidays. Admission is free for everyone year-round, thanks to the following organizations: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union; the Ting Tsung and Wei Fong Chao Foundation; and the Share Foundation. The museum is fully accessible.