Visit MMA Exhibitions Calendar of Events About MMA Support MMA Education Programs December Events SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 LITTLE ANGELS HOLIDAY AT THE MMA 11 AM - 3 PM, Trustmark Grand Hall, Free Addmission The Museum presents holiday activities for children and complimentary hot chocolate to get you in the holiday spirit. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4 MUSEUM STORE CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE 10 am - 7:30 pm Holiday spirit, hors d’oeuvres and discounts make the Museum Store Open House the best place to start your holiday shopping! Artist Miriam Weems signs copies of her new book, Mostly Mississippi, from 10 am – 2 pm, and Wyatt Waters and Robert St. John sign their new cookbook, Southern Seasons, from 5 pm - 7:30 pm. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4 ILLUMINATED ANGELS Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, Trustmark Grand Hall, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Guest presenter Melissa Hause discusses the featured work of art, students of poet Aleda Shirley give literary readings, St. Andrew’s Cathedral Choir performs, and Kathy Lawson discusses the work from a religious and historical perspective. The galleries will stay open until 8 pm for further viewing of the exhibition. Featured work of art: Filippo Lippi, Annunciation, 1445- 1450, tempera on wood. Galleria Doria Pamphilj, Rome. Sponsored by St. Andrew's Cathedral. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7 ANGELS ON THE BIG SCREEN Doors open at 6:30 pm, Film begins at 7 pm Trustmark Grand Hall, Free for MMA & Crossroads Members, $5 Non-Members In collaboration with Crossroads Film Society, MMA proudly presents It’s a Wonderful Life. Refreshments and cocktails will be for sale in The Palette Cafe by Viking. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 MUSEUM READS 11 am, The Yates Community Room, Free Addmission The book selection for December is Unveiling: A Novel, by Suzanne Wolfe. The moderator is Mark Wiggs, Jackson attorney and writer. Call 601.960.1515 for more information. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13 JAZZ, ART & FRIENDS 6 - 9 pm The Palette Cafe by Viking $5 MMA Members, $7 Non-Members, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar One Thursday a month, enjoy cocktails, listen to the best jazz Jackson has to offer, and mingle with friends while surrounded by world-class art! December music by Chris Alford. Sponsored By Johnson, Bruce and Host. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18 UNBURIED TREASURES Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, Trustmark Grand Hall, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar This month’s program highlights work by living artists under the theme Exporting Mississippi’s Culture. Critz Campbell discusses his art and his ties to Mississippi,  Pulitzer Prize recipient Richard Ford reads from his work, and Los Angeles-based Jackson-native Claire Holley performs songs she has written. Featured artwork: Critz Campbell, Eudora, no date. fiberglass, printed fabric, polyester resin, two fluorescent bulbs. Gift of the artist. 2007.033. MONDAY, DECEMBER 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE FUNDRAISING GALA: A VENETIAN MASQUERADE Presented by AT&T 8 pm until at the Mississippi Museum of Art Dinner, dancing, cocktails, champagne and fireworks at midnight. Invitations to follow. Please mark your calendars! * Please note: These events do not include admission to the exhibition Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art. Regular admission hours and fees apply. November Events FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2 ANGELS ON THE BIG SCREEN Doors open at 6:30 pm, Film begins at 7 pm Trustmark Grand Hall Free for MMA & Crossroads Members, $5 Non-Members In honor of the exhibition, Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art, the Museum presents a monthly film series focusing on angels. In collaboration with Crossroads Film Society, MMA proudly presents The Bishop’s Wife. Refreshments and cocktails will be for sale in The Palette Cafe by Viking. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 ILLUMINATED ANGELS Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, Trustmark Grand Hall complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Based on the award-winning “Unburied Treasures” programs, the Museum presents an enlightening series to broaden our understanding of works from the “Angels” exhibition. Guest presenter Lea Barton will discuss the featured work of art, Suzanne Marrs will give a reading from literature, John Paul will give a musical performance, and Steve Smith will discuss the work from a religious and historical perspective. The galleries will stay open until 8 pm for further viewing of the exhibition. Regular admission fees will apply. Featured artwork: Mario Ceroli, New York, New York, 1966. wood and leather. Collection of the artist. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11 VETERANS DAY PRESENTATION 3 PM, The Yates Community Room Free ddmission In honor of Veterans Day, the Museum hosts a presentation on the Tuskegee Airmen by historian and aviation artist Clint Martin. Martin, the nephew of a Tuskegee Airman, depicts in his art the heroic deeds of these African-American pilots of World War II who trained at Tuskegee Army Air Field. All veterans will receive free admission to “Angels” on Veteran’s day. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 ICONOGRAPHY WORKSHOP Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, Trustmark Grand Hall complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Led by Museum Registrar and art historian Joanna Biglane, this workshop will elucidate the iconic images present in Between God and Man:  Angels in Italian Art, as well as offer Museum patrons a vocabulary with which to view art outside of the exhibition. Beginning with a definition and brief history of the icon, this lecture will illuminate its significance in art, particularly Italian religious art from the fourteenth century through the seventeenth century. The multiple meanings of reccurring symbols, characters, and locations in these images is explored, as well as the didactic purposes of these icons as both educational and moralizing tools. The galleries will stay open until 8 pm for further viewing of the exhibition. Regular admission fees will apply. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 MUSEUM READS 11 am, The Yates Community Room Free ddmission In honor of the exhibition, Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art, the Museum offers an angelic book club series. The book selection for November is The City of Falling Angels by John Berendt, with discussion facilitated by Minka Spragus. Call 601.965.9939 for more information. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 REMBRANDT SOCIETY DINNER By Invitation only for member’s of the Rembrandt Society For those MMA members at the Rembrandt Society level, the Museum hosts an annual evening with live music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, seated dinner and presentation. To inquire about becoming a member of the Rembrandt Society please call the Museum at 601.960.1515 or visit our website at www.msmuseumart.org. * * * Due to the Thanksgiving Holidays, there will be no Unburied Treasures or Jazz, Art & Friends in November. The Museum will be closed Thanksgiving Day, but will be open Wednesday, November 21 and Friday, Novemeber 23 through Sunday November 25. * Please note: These events do not include admission to the exhibition Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art. Regular admission hours and fees apply. October Events TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2 ILLUMINATED ANGELS Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, Trustmark Grand Hall complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Based on the award-winning Unburied Treasures programs, the Museum presents an enlightening series to broaden our understanding of works from the Angels exhibition. Guest presenters read from literary works, perform musical selections, and discuss the world from a religious and historical perspective. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5 ANGELS ON THE BIG SCREEN Doors open at 6:30 pm, Film begins at 7 pm Trustmark Grand Hall Free for MMA & Crossroads Members, $5 Non-Members In honor of the exhibition, Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art, the Museum presents a monthly film series focusing on angels. In collaboration with Crossroads Film Society, MMA proudly presents Here Comes Mr. Jordan. Refreshments and cocktails will be for sale in The Palette Café by Viking. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10 MUSEUM READS 11 am, The Yates Community Room, Free admission In honor of the exhibition, Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art, the Museum offers an angelic book club series. The book selection for October is The Lost Painting by Jonathan Harr. The moderator is JoAnne Prichard Morris, publisher, editor, and writer. The book is for sale in the Museum Store. Call 601.965.9939 for more information. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16 UNBURIED TREASURES Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, Trustmark Grand Hall complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar This enlightening and educational evening highlights work by living artists. Jason Bouldin talks about his art, Suzanne Marrs reads excerpts from her biography about Eudora Welty, and L.C. Ulmer performs the blues. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18 MMA AUXILIARY LUNCHEON 11:30 am social, noon luncheon, reservations required Luncheon $25, Auxiliary Membership $35 The Mississippi Museum of Art Auxiliary cordially invites you to its annual membership luncheon entitled Italy: Land of Pleasures, an Insider’s Guide to Art, Travel, and Food with presenter Patsy Ricks. Please call 601.960.1515 for more information or to make a reservation. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 PINOCCHIO PUPPET SHOW Performances at 10:30 am & 2:00 pm, Trustmark Grand Hall, Free Admission Join us for the premier performance of Pinocchio by Peter Zapletal and the Mississippi Puppetry Guild. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25 OPENING RECEPTION FOR THE EXHIBITION The Glow of Faith: Watercolors and Drawings by Hans Friedrich Grohs 5 pm, The Yates Community Room, Free for Museum Members This exhibition presents the art of the distinguished second-generation German expressionist, Hans Friedrich Grohs.  In addition, it celebrates the recent gifts of his art to the Mississippi Museum of Art: thirty watercolors and drawings from Christine and Nelson Brackin, and eight watercolors from Jean and Ed O’Neil. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25 JAZZ, ART & FRIENDS 6 - 9 pm, The Palette Café by Viking $5 MMA Members, $7 Non-Members complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Enjoy cocktails, listen to the best jazz Jackson has to offer, and mingle with friends while surrounded by world-class art! This month’s musical performance is by Chris Alford. MISSISSIPPI WATERCOLOR SOCIETY GRAND NATIONAL WATERCOLOR EXHIBITION on display October 6, 2007 – January 6, 2008 at the MISSISSIPPI ARTS CENTER, 201 East Pascagoula Street This annual presentation includes works from across the country in various water-based mediums, organized in conjunction with the Mississippi Watercolor Society. A catalogue accompanies the exhibition. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27 ANGELS AND DEMONS HALLOWEEN PARTY 7- 11 pm, $10 admission complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Young (and young at heart!) Museum patrons are gathering for a Halloween costume party, featuring music by 80’s hair band, Aquanet. Free food, spooky cocktails, and Halloween haunts add to the fun. Bring your friends- everyone is welcome! September Events Friday, September 7 Angels on the Big Screen 6:30 pm, Admission: Free for MMA & Crossroads Members , $5 Non-Members In honor of the exhibition, Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art, the Museum presents a monthly film series focusing on angels. In collaboration with Crossroads Film Society, MMA proudly presents A Guy Named Joe. Refreshments and cocktails will be for sale in The Palette Cafe by Viking. Saturday, September 8 Angels in the Kitchen Session I: 10:00 - 11:30 am, Session II: 2:00 - 3:30 pm $25.00 per child. Reservations required. The Museum is pleased to offer Italian cooking classes for children with Pamela Godbold. Classes for ages 5-9 only (5 and 6 year olds must be accompanied by an adult). Limit 15 children per class. Please call 601-960-1515 to reserve a space. Tuesday, September 11 Illuminated Angels Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Based on the award-wining Unburied Treasures programs, the Museum presents an enlightening series to broaden our understanding of works from the “Angels” exhibition. Guest presenters will give a reading from literature, give a muscial performance, and discuss the world from a religious and historical perspective. Wednesday, September 12 Museum Reads 11 am, The Yates Community Room, Free ddmission In honor of the exhibition, Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art, the Museum offers an angelic book club series. The book selection for September is Angels and Demons by Dan Brown. The book is for sale in the Museum Store. Call 601.965.9939 for more information. Tuesday, September 18 Unburied Treasures: Daily Life in Mississippi Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, complimetary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar This enlightening and educational evening highlights work by living artists. William Beckwith talks about his sculpture, Houn’dog, Diane Williams tells stories of daily life in Mississippi, and David Moore performs on the harpsichord. Thursday, September 20 Italian Wine Tasting lecture 6 pm, The Yates Community Room Admission: $25, Advance reservations required. Tour the countryside that inspired the works in the Angels exhibition via Italian wines with wine connoisseur Patsy Ricks. Limited to 25 participants. Call 601-960-1515 for more information or to reserve a space. Friday, September 21 Teacher Workshop 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Fee: $35.00, Advance reservations required. An informative day for educators that includes admission to the Angels exhibition, lunch from the Palette Cafe by Viking, a teacher packet with printed materials for classroom use, and CEU credit. Email ltakemori@msmuseumart.org for more information or to reserve a space. Thursday, September 27        Jazz, Art & Friends 6 - 9 pm in The Palatte Cafe by Viking $5 MMA Members, $7 Non-Members, complimetary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar   One Thursday a month, enjoy cocktails, listen to the best jazz Jackson has to offer, and mingle with friends while surrounded by world-class art! This month Raphael Semmes performs. August Events This month's events are sponsored by Downtown Jackson Partners Friday, August 3 Angels on the Big Screen 6:30 pm, Admission: Free for MMA & Crossroads Members , $5 Non-Members In honor of the exhibition, Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art, the Museum will present a monthly film series focusing on angels. In collaboration with Crossroads Film Scoiety, MMA proudly presents Far Away, So Close!, the sequel to last month's film, Wings of Desire. Refreshments and cocktails will be for sale in The Palatte Cafe by Viking Tuesday, August 7 Illuminated Angels Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Based on the award-wining Unburied Treasures programs, the Museum presents an enlightening series to broaden our understanding of works from the “Angels” exhibition. Guest presenters will give a reading from literature, give a muscial performance, and discuss the world from a religious and historical perspective. Tuesday, August 21 Unburied Treasures: Daily Life in Mississippi Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, complimetary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar David Rae Morris speaks about his photography, Randy Walker reads his poetry, and The King Edward Blues Band performs. Sponsored by The Mississippi Humanities Council. Featured artwork: David Rae Morris, Leon Gray, flagbearer for Martin Luther King Day Parade, Yazoo City,Yazoo County, 1999. chromogenic color print. Thursday, August 23         Jazz, Art & Friends 6 - 9 pm in The Palatte Cafe by Viking $5 MMA Members, $7 Non-Members, complimetary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar   One Thursday a month, enjoy cocktails, listen to the best jazz Jackson has to offer, and mingle with friends while surrounded by world-class art! This month Will Thompson, London Branch, and Alvin Fielder perform “A Tribute to Theolonius Monk” . July Events Friday, July 6, 6:30 pm Angels on the Big Screen: Wings of Desire Admission: Free for MMA & Crossroads Members , $5 Non-Members   In honor of the exhibition, Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art, the Museum will present a monthly film series focusing on angels. In collaboration with Crossroads Film Scoiety, MMA proudly presents Wings of Desire as the first film in this series. Refreshments and cocktails will be for sale in The Palatte Cafe by Viking. Tuesday, July 10 Illuminated Angels Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Based on the award-wining Unburied Treasures programs, the Museum presents an enlightening series to broaden our understanding of works from the “Angels” exhibition. Guest presenters will give a reading from literature, give a muscial performance, and discuss the world from a religious and historical perspective. Tuesday, July 17 Unburied Treasures Mississippi’s Landscape: The Delta Refreshments at 5:30 pm, Program at 6 pm Free admission, complimetary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar Visual art: Jane Rule Burdine shares images  from her 40-year career photographing in Mississippi. Literature: Marion Barnwell reads and discusses B.B. King’s autobiography. Music: Cadillac John and Bill Able performs the blues. Featured artwork: Jane Rule Burdine (born 1946), Purnell and His Sister, 1983. Cibachrome. Thursday, July 26 Jazz, Art & Friends 7 - 9 pm $5 MMA Members, $7 Non-Members complimentary hors d'oeuvres, cash bar Enjoy cocktails, listen to the best jazz Jackson has to offer, and mingle with friends while surrounded by world-class art! Sponsored by: Carroll, Warren & Parker Grand Opening Events This Mississippi Museum of Art officially opens its doors to the new facility June 9, 2007. Come celebrate a historic day for the State of Mississippi and its artistic heritage! Honorary Chairmen for the opening week’s events Governor and Mrs. Haley Barbour Senator Thad Cochran and Morgan Freeman and Myrna Colley-Lee Members Grand Opening Extravaganza Friday, June 8, 2007, 6 pm- midnight: Hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dancing, cocktails, and breakfast late-night Complimentary beer & wine, cash bar Three live musical acts: Renee Baldwin and group, Maria y el Sol, The Kracker Jacks *you must present your membership card at the door for admittance Opening Day at the Museum          Saturday, June 9, 2007, 10 am – 8 pm                   Family activities all day sponsored by Target Featuring the characters from the new children’s book, The Four Dog Blues Band Picnic on Porch 4 – 8 pm, live music and BBQ sponsored by Merrill Lynch and Baker Donelson Walkthrough of the Mississippi Story Exhibition by curator Patti Carr Black at 11 am and 2 pm Walkthrough of Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art by Dan Piersol at 12 and 3 pm Music by Sherman Lee Dillon 10 am – 4 pm Music by The Vernon Brothers 4 – 8 pm JACK FM will broadcast from the Museum from 10 am – 1 pm Home | Contact Us | Volunteer Info | Tour Groups | Facility Rental | Press | Event Pictures | Support MMA All Content © 2006 The Mississippi Museum of Art