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Join Orlando Museum of Art at their first-ever Vinyl Night featuring music, art, and nostalgia
You’re invited to drop the needle, explore a evening where art and analog come together at OMA. Vinyl Night is coming to OMA! The first-ever Vinyl Night at the Orlando Museum of Art will take place tonight, October 1 from 5 pm - 8 pm. The night promises an evening of music, art, and nostalgia! Bring your love for vinyl and settle in for a night of spinning records, exploring the museum, and connecting with fellow music and art lovers. Explore OMA while soaking in the sounds a

Alastair Mac
8 hours ago


Orlando Museum of Art receives $750,000 in State Funding for Major Infrastructure Improvements
The State Funding, secured by Senator Brodeur and Representative Booth will support critical facility upgrades to protect the museum and enhance the visitor experience. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) today announced it has received $750,000 in state appropriation funds secured by Senator Jason Brodeur and Representative Erika Booth. The state funding will support critical infrastructure improvements, including upgrades to the museum’s air-handling system and repairs to area

Alastair Mac
Sep 17


Orlando Museum of Art names Winner of the People’s Choice Award for Florida Prize in Contemporary Art
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,

Alastair Mac
Aug 25


The Orlando Museum of Art will open free on August 20 for its monthly Access for All Day!
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

Alastair Mac
Aug 14


Orlando Museum of Art keeps the 250th Celebrations rolling with new USA 250 Exhibition
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

Alastair Mac
Jul 29


Orlando Museum of Art receives $50K Grant to Upgrade Core Systems
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

Alastair Mac
Jul 22


Orlando Museum of Art opens free to everyone on Thursday, July 16 for its monthly Access for All day
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

Alastair Mac
Jul 10


Orlando Museum of Art opens free to everyone on June 18 for its monthly Access for All Day
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

Alastair Mac
Jun 16


Orlando Museum of Art has acquired two fan-favorite artworks for its permanent collection
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

Alastair Mac
Jun 15


Orlando Museum of Art gets a record-breaking $575K boost – The biggest ever from Council of 101
The support from Council of 101, the museum’s longtime volunteer fundraising organization. was fueled by the highly successful Festival of Trees and Art in Bloom events. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) has received a record-breaking $575,000 gift from the Council of 101, the museum’s dedicated volunteer fundraising organization. This gift represents the Council’s largest annual contribution in its history and underscores the continued impact of its signature events, Festival

Alastair Mac
Jun 10


Orlando Museum of Art names Francisco Masó as winner of the 2026 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art
The annual Florida Prize exhibition is now on view at OMA through August 23 and features 12 Florida-based artists and collaborative duos. Photography by Zaire Aranguren, Rheo Creative The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) recently announced Francisco Masó as the recipient of the 2026 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art, an esteemed $20,000 award recognizing the bold vision, originality and creative excellence of artists living and working in Florida. This year’s prize winner was sele

Alastair Mac
Jun 5


Orlando Museum of Art is offering Free Admission to all on Thursday, May 21
The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is hosting its latest Access for All event, offering free admission on May 21, from 10 am to 8 pm in partnership with the Art Bridges Foundation. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is opening its doors wide for its latest Access for All event on Thursday, May 21, offering free admission from 10 am to 8 pm. This event is a key part of OMA’s dedication to making art accessible to all. Thanks to generous support from the Art Bridges Foundation, Acces

Alastair Mac
May 19


Orlando Museum of Art features a captivating lineup for the 2026 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art
Twelve artists, including two collaborative duos, will be featured in the museum’s annual Florida Prize exhibition honoring artists across the state. Ema Ri, Photo by Jayme Kaye Gershen. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) features an impressive artist lineup for the 2026 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art , on view May 30 through August 23. Now in its 12th edition, this annual exhibition brings together some of the most compelling artists working across Florida and offers a sna

Alastair Mac
Apr 14


Art in Bloom returns to transform the Orlando Museum of Art into a full-on spring experience
Join the Council of 101 in celebrating Spring and the arts as they raise funds for the Orlando Museum of Art. Continuing in the Council of 101's 40-year tradition of presenting a springtime fundraiser, Art in Bloom returns to Orlando Museum of Art from Friday, April 10 - Sunday, April 12, 2026, offering visitors a museum-wide kaleidoscope of breathtaking floral arrangements inspired by works from the Orlando Museum of Art’s permanent collection and current exhibitions. Delig

Alastair Mac
Apr 7


Orlando Museum of Art achieves reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums
With only 3% of U.S. museums holding AAM accreditation, this recognition demonstrates OMA’s leadership in community impact, operational standards and diverse programming. The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) is proud to announce that it has received reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), a prestigious distinction held by fewer than 3% of the nation’s 33,000+ museums. This reaccreditation marks a significant achievement for OMA, underscoring its commitment

Alastair Mac
Apr 3
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