Events Calendar

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. Be the first to see this exhibition of work by nationally recognized Florida-based artist and quilter Betty Ford-Smith (American, b. 1951), whose hand-sewn pinecone quilts […]

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 activities in the Artspace. At 11 a.m. in the auditorium, join artist Seth P. Benzel for a talk on his solo exhibition, Deconstructing Self. Following […]

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 and the themes behind his work. Following the presentation, head to the galleries for a Q&A session with the artist inside his solo exhibition, Deconstructing […]

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 the inspiration behind his work in an informal setting. This program is free as part of Free First Saturday; no reservations needed to attend.   […]

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 activities in the Artspace. At 11 a.m., join photographer John Elliott for a tour of his solo exhibition, "The Human Pulse." Tour meets in the […]

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 techniques behind Elliott’s work as he leads an insightful walkthrough of the show. The tour meets in the Balcony Gallery for Florida Artists on the […]