Here's What's Happening at the Polk Museum of Art in June

EXHIBITIONS

Beth Ford: A Selective Retrospective

Through Sept. 23

This exhibition showcases the work of Florida Southern College Professor emeritus and award-winning artist Beth Ford. https://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/bethford

Richard Segalman: Monotypes

Through June 9

A study collection of Segalman’s work gifted to the museum by the artist. This exhibition includes paintings, pastels and 24 monotypes. www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/segalman

Masters of Spain: Goya and Picasso

Through June 17

A rare showcase of work by two of the greatest Spanish painters of all time. This exhibition presents side-by-side the two artists who defined Spanish-made art for nearly 200 years. www.PolkMuseumOfArt.org/masters18

Lorrie Goulet: Seventy Years Carving

June 16-Sept. 30

A celebration of Goulet’s career as a painter, sculptor and poet, the sculptures in this exhibition come directly from the 92-year-old artist’s New York City studio. https://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/goulet2018

The Von Wagner Code

June 23- Sept. 16

A curated exhibition inspired by the rediscovery of a damaged, long-lost painting on the Florida Southern College campus and the exciting search for answers about its origins.https://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/the-von-wagner-code

STUDENT EXHIBITIONS

VSA Arts

Through Aug. 26, 2018

This exhibition highlights work from Very Special Arts of Polk County, a program for gifted students and students with emotional, physical or cognitive challenges who are enrolled in Polk County Schools. The artworks selected for the exhibition represent a wide variety of media and techniques.

EVENTS

Members Reception- Richard Heipp exhibition

Friday, June 1, 6-8:30 p.m.

Cost: Free for members and students with valid ID; $10 nonmembers

RSVP: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/heippreception

Access Art: Special Needs

Saturday, June 2, 11 a.m.-noon

Cost: Free

Registration requested.For registration or questions, contact Tinia Clark: (863) 224-8557, or email sidestreetartbeat@gmail.com.

Mindful Leadership with Emily Rogers

Wednesday, June 6, noon-1 p.m.

Cost: Free

Point of View Gallery Talk

Friday, June 8, noon-1 p.m.

Cost: Free

RSVP: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/povjune2018

Coffee with the Artist

Saturday, June 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Cost: Free

Registration appreciated: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/coffeeford

Creative Yoga with Michelle Pugh

Friday, June 15, noon-1p.m.

Cost: $5 members; $10 nonmembers

Docent-Led Tour

Saturday, June 16, 11 a.m.-noon

Cost: Free

Reservations requested: https://polkmuseumofart.org/do...

The Art of Film- “Hide Your Smiling Faces”

Saturday, June 23, 6-9 p.m.

Cost: Free

A cash bar is available.

Registration requested: https://polkmuseumofart.org/up...

Members Reception- Lorrie Goulet and Von Wagner exhibitions

Friday, June 29, 6-8:30 p.m.

Cost: Free for members and students with valid ID; $10 nonmembers

RSVP: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/wagnerreception

SUMMER ART CAMPS

Lakeland

Session 1: June 4-15; registration deadline is May 27

Session 2: June 18-29; registration deadline is June 10

Session 3: July 2-13; registration deadline is June 24

Session 4: July 16-27; registration deadline is July 8

Registration required: https://polkmuseumofart.org/su...

Winter Haven

Outer Space Art Gallery and Studio- 230 Ave. C SW

July 16-27

Registration required: https://polkmuseumofart.org/whcamp

About the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College

The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida, is a private, not-for-profit academic fine art museum dedicated to promoting inspirational and engaging arts experiences for all. It is one of the Top 10 art museums in the State of Florida, an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and the only art museum accredited by the American Alliance of Museums serving the 666,000 residents of Polk County. Museum hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesdays – Saturdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays (closed Sundays June 1 through Labor Day) and closed Mondays and major holidays. Admission is free for everyone year-round, thanks to the following organizations: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union; the Ting Tsung and Wei Fong Chao Foundation; and the Share Foundation. The museum is fully accessible.