Following a public vote that lasted all summer long, Ema Ri has been recognized for a body of lyrical, large-scale floral paintings that turn memory, identity, and renewal into a shared meditation for visitors. Photography by Zaire Aranguren, Rheo Creative The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is proud to announce that Ema Ri has been selected as the winner of the Florida Prize in Contemporary Art People’s Choice Award, securing a $5,000 prize. The award, presented by AdventHealth,

Enjoy everything you love about the Science Center – without the kids, featuring special programming designed just for grown ups. Science Night Live at Orlando Science Center is your chance to spark your curiosity through fun exhibits and programs... all served with some adult beverages, and no kinds! The popular after-hours event returns this weekend on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 8 pm - 11.30 pm. This adults-only evening is your chance to explore interactive exhibits, d

Join Orlando Science Center tonight for Unveil, an amazing evening of wedding inspIration, filled with inspiration and creativity. Whether you're just starting your wedding planning, looking to meet and select your vendor team, or searching for inspiration, everyone is invited to a free evening of light bites, drinks, and wedding inspiration at Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 from 6 - 8 pm. Discover an array of talented vendors, from photographers to cate

An opening reception will be held on August 19 for “REMedy” a solo exhibit by “Straight to Voicemail” aka Bray Muhammad in the Orange County Multicultural Center Art Gallery. Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs will present “REMedy” a solo exhibit by “Straight to Voicemail” aka Bray Muhammad in the Orange County Multicultural Center Art Gallery. An opening reception will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Bray Muhammad, known artistically as “Straight to Voicemail,” i

This month’s event gives visitors a full day of free programming from 10 am - 8 pm. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) has announced its August Access for All event, opening its doors with free museum admission from 10 am to 8 pm. The monthly program, made possible through support from the Art Bridges Foundation, is part of OMA's ongoing effort to make art accessible to every visitor, regardless of cost. Guests are invited to spend the day in the galleries, take part in family-f

The Art of Banksy is now open at Straz Center, showcasing over 160 pieces by the famed street artist. The Art of Banksy featuring original and authenticated works associated with one of the most intriguing and talked-about artist in modern history is now on display in Tampa, offering the public the opportunity to experience Banksy's art up close and personal like never. Displayed within MorsaniHall at the Straz Center in Tampa, the exhibition is on display now through Septem

The Orange County Regional History Center has lots of events in August, including History Alive, Lunch & Learn, Sensory Sunday and Swamp Legends After Dark. The Orange County Regional History Center invites visitors to explore Florida traditions, early Orlando, enchanted tales, and mysterious creatures during a full lineup of August programs. Events include hands-on family activities, a Lunch & Learn featuring bird’s-eye-view maps of 19th-century Orlando, a sensory-friendly a

Now on view through October 4, USA 250 turns the nation's 250th anniversary into a summer-long road trip across more than a century of American art – drawn entirely from the museum's permanent collection. The fireworks may be over, but the celebration is just getting started. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) invites visitors to keep marking America's Semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary of the 1776 signing of the Declaration of Independence – with USA 250: 250 Years on t

Grant from the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation will support technology upgrades that enhance operational efficiency to better serve museum-goers. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) has received a $50,000 grant from the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Winter Park, Florida, to fund a comprehensive upgrade of its core systems. The investment will modernize the behind-the-scenes technology that helps OMA welcome every visitor, improving day-to-d

An ongoing partnership with the Art Bridges Foundation enables free access to the museum each month. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) announces its July Access for All event, opening its doors with free museum admission from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Presented with support from the Art Bridges Foundation, the program is the cornerstone of OMA's effort to remove cost as a barrier to experiencing art. The event offers visitors a chance to explore the galleries, connect with original wor

Haddock Family Foundation funding will help safeguard irreplaceable African American history. The Historical Society of Central Florida, the nonprofit organization that supports the Orange County Regional History Center, has received a $55,000 grant from The Edward E. Haddock, Jr. Family Foundation to support a partnership with Orlando’s Wells’Built Museum of African American History and Culture focused on preserving and documenting the Wells’Built’s historical collections. T

Bank of America’s Museums On Us Weekend is back offering Bank of America cardholders free admission on July 4 - 5 to museums across the county, including many throughout Central Florida. During the first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill Bank offer cardholders free general admission on both Saturday and Sunday to more than 225 cultural institutions in dozens of cities across the US including here in Orlando, and throughout Florida. Sounds Good? The grea

There's a full day of programming for families: hands-on activities related to the Florida Prize in Contemporary Art, a gallery talk, sketching in the galleries, and a docent-led highlights tour. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) today announces its upcoming Access for All event on Thursday, June 18, offering free admission from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Access for All reflects OMA’s ongoing commitment to making art accessible to everyone. Made possible through generous support from th

Works by David LaChapelle and Florida Prize artist Kandy G Lopez will join the museum’s permanent collection on this month’s Access for All day. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) will debut two notable additions to its permanent collection in time for the museum’s next Access for All day on June 18. Renowned photographer David LaChapelle has gifted the museum his piece entitled Annunciation, Hawaii (2019), and OMA has purchased Kandy G Lopez’s Hispaniola II – Mia (2024). Lopez

Downtown Arts District kicks-off year‑long celebration featuring new exhibitions, live entertainment and a limited‑edition wine collaboration with Assemblage Wine and Artist Boy Kong. The Downtown Arts District has announced the opening of CityArts Retrospective: Celebrating 20 Years, a landmark exhibition honoring two decades of artistic innovation, community impact and cultural leadership in Downtown Orlando. This exciting new exhibition debuts on Thursday, June 18, 2026 fr