Debra Riffe, shares her perspective on Lawrence’s work, creates her own interpretation, and encourages you to do the same based on the prompt: “What Would Jacob Lawrence Paint Today?” Riffe […]
Cate Boehm
Art In Conversation: Wall to Wall
For this edition of Art in Conversation, we explored the work of indigenous Alaska-based artist, Merritt Johnson. The inaugural iteration of Wall to Wall presented by PNC features four works created by […]
BMA Announces Nancy Hendrix Director of Development
After a national search, the Birmingham Museum of Art (BMA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nancy Hendrix as its new director of development. Nancy has nearly a decade […]
BMA Receives Coronavirus Relief Grant
The Birmingham Museum of Art is the recipient of a $50,000 grant by the National Endowment for the Arts’ Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The BMA is […]
BMA Announces Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Birmingham Museum of Art is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Emily G. Hanna, Senior Curator of the Arts of Africa and the Americas as Director of Diversity, […]
Trapezium Altar
Beverly Pepper’s Trapezium Altar (1985-1986) stands in the Upper Plaza of the Museum like a shrine to an ancient god—or perhaps like a giant tuning fork, or even a rusty tool.
Untitled (Couple Embracing)
With all of the modern technology that allows us to stay virtually connected during this challenging time, nothing can truly replace the warmth and comfort of physical touch.
The Green Apple
Georgia O’Keeffe was preoccupied by painting apples in the early 1920s. She painted red and green apples on plates, tables, and fields of color. While some of these images study […]
BMA Returns Stolen Sculpture to India
The Birmingham Museum of Art officially repatriated a stolen work of art to the nation of India in a formal ceremony that took place in New York City on the […]
5 Things To Do At The Original Makers Festival
The Original Makers exhibition kicks off Saturday, June 16 from 10am – 2pm with a day of family-friendly entertainment. Enjoy face painting, art activities, live music, and more.
The Birmingham Museum of Art Debuts Work by Artist Amy Sherald
The Birmingham Museum of Art unveiled a work by artist Amy Sherald, who was also commissioned to paint Michelle Obama’s official portrait for the Smithsonian Institution’s National Portrait Gallery in […]
BMA Names New Deputy Director
The Birmingham Museum of Art announces the appointment of Meghan Ann Hellenga as its new Deputy Director. Hellenga will immediately assume the role of James Milton and Sallie R. Johnson […]