Appleton Director's Circle members are invited to celebrate the opening of “Under the Cover of Knowledge: Betty Ford-Smith’s Pinecone Quilts,” on view in the Edith-Marie Gallery from September 6–February 22. […]
Visit the Appleton on September 6 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking […]
Join us in the auditorium on the September 6 Free First Saturday for a talk with artist Seth P. Benzel. He will share insights into his creative process, artistic influences […]
Meet artist Seth P. Benzel in the Deconstructing Self exhibition during Free First Saturday on September 6. Stop by to chat with the artist, ask questions and learn more about […]
Visit the Appleton on October 4 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking […]
Join us on Saturday, October 4, during Free First Saturday for a special gallery tour with artist John Elliott, featuring his solo exhibition, "The Human Pulse." Explore the themes and […]
Join us for a special weekend of free admission in celebration of the life and legacy of museum founder Arthur I. Appleton (1915-2008). Arthur I. Appleton established the museum to […]
Join us for a special weekend of free admission in celebration of the life and legacy of museum founder Arthur I. Appleton (1915-2008). Arthur I. Appleton established the museum to […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of "Pre Fab!" (NR, USA/UK, 2023, 1 hour, 36 minutes) "Pre Fab!" has been called “the last […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of "Drive My Car." (NR, Japan, 2021, 2 hours, 59 minutes) This haunting road movie follows a […]
Visit the Appleton on November 1 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking […]
Join us on Saturday, November 1, during Free First Saturday for a special musical performance by 7-piece swing band Swing Theory. Important show information: —There are two showtimes: 11 a.m. […]
Join us on Saturday, November 1, during Free First Saturday for a special musical performance by 7-piece swing band Swing Theory. Important show information: —There are two showtimes: 11 a.m. […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of "Yesterday." (PG-13, UK, 2019, 2 hours) After a freak accident during a worldwide blackout, a struggling […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of “Long Flat Balls II.” (NR, Norway, 2008, 1 h, 37 m) Welcoming back a film series […]
Get a head start on your holiday shopping and enjoy exclusive savings during our Black Friday Sale! For one day only, Appleton members will receive 20% off all purchases in […]
Join us for the annual Holiday Community Day, held on Free First Saturday and generously sponsored by Dr. Paul and Joyce Urban. Admission is free all day to enjoy “A […]
Join us for a memorable ASL experience featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus! Sensational Selfies will be on-site to capture your holiday photos; each guest will receive one free printed photo […]
Visit the Appleton on January 3 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking […]
Join us on the January 3 Free First Saturday for a free screening of "The Trip to Italy." (2014, NR, 1h 48m) Years after their successful restaurant review tour of […]
Join us on the January 3 Free First Saturday for a free screening of "The Trip to Italy." (2014, NR, 1h 48m) Years after their successful restaurant review tour of […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of “Flow.” (PG, Latvia, 2024, 1 h 25 m) A wondrous journey through realms natural and mystical, […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of “Harry Benson: Shoot First.” (NR, USA, 2016, 1 h 27 m) This documentary profiles famed photographer […]
Visit the Appleton on February 7 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking […]
Join us on the February 7 Free First Saturday for a screening of "Quiltmaker's of Gee's Bend" (2004, NR, 56m). This documentary explores the extraordinary lives, inspirations, and history of […]
Join us on the February 7 Free First Saturday for a screening of "The Quilting Women of Gee's Bend" (2025, NR, 53m). This documentary explores how an isolated community of […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of “Nowhere Boy.” (R, UK, 2010, 1h 33 m) A chronicle of John Lennon’s teenage years, exploring […]
Enjoy free admission on February 15 in honor of President's Day (February 16). At 1 p.m. in the auditorium, see a free screening of "The Monuments Men" (PG-13, 2014, 1h […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of “Linda Linda Linda.” (R, Japan, 2005, 1h 54m) For three friends, their dream of playing the […]
Visit the Appleton on the March 7 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly […]
Join us in the auditorium at 2 p.m. on the March 7 Free First Saturday for a talk by Dr. David Morton. Morton will discuss Florida’s springs and their unique […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of “Across the Universe.” (PG-13, UK/USA, 2007, 2h 13m) This jukebox musical stars Evan Rachel Wood as […]
All Appleton members are invited to celebrate the opening of "My Country, ’Tis of Thee: Celebrating American Art and Design," on view March 13-September 13, 2026. Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres […]
As part of the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series, see a screening of “Living is Easy with Eyes Closed.” (NR, Spain, 2013, 1h 48m) Set in 1966, a high […]
Visit the Appleton on the April 4 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly […]
Join us in the auditorium at 1 p.m. on the April 4 Free First Saturday for a talk and demonstration by A.E. Kozeliski. Kozeliski will discuss the works featured in […]
Director’s Circle members are invited to a special talk on artist William-Adolphe Bouguereau (French, 1825–1905) by Kerry Elkins, Museum Specialist at the Appleton. Guests will begin in the café with […]
Visit the Appleton on May 2 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking […]
Join us at 11 a.m. in the museum's interior courtyard on the May 2 Free First Saturday for a performance by the talented Fort King Middle School Marching Band. Free […]
Join us in the auditorium at 2 p.m. on the May 2 Free First Saturday for a screening of "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" (1971, Rated G, 1h 38m). […]
Visit the Appleton on June 6 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking […]
Join Dr. Wayne Wood in the auditorium on the June 6 Free First Saturday for a talk on Kenneth Treister, a Florida architect and sculptor whose designs have been described […]
Museum admission is free throughout the entire month of July in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Explore special exhibitions and permanent collection galleries, visit the Artspace […]
Join Dr. Keri Watson in the auditorium for a free talk: “Picturing Paradise: From John James Audubon to the Florida Highwaymen.” The Florida landscape has provided aesthetic inspiration to artists […]
Visit the Appleton on August 1 for Free First Saturday! Admission to the museum is free from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and enjoy family-friendly artmaking […]
Join us in the auditorium at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the August 1 Free First Saturday for a screening of "1776" (1972, Rated G, 2h 20m) This adaptation […]
Join us in the auditorium at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the August 1 Free First Saturday for a screening of "1776" (1972, Rated G, 2h 20m) This adaptation […]
The second event in our After Hours lecture series, Director’s Circle members are invited to join Museum Educator Hollis Mutch for a talk on maritime art from the permanent collection. […]
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