Art & Sound
2026-02-13 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Art and Sound is a unique musical experience showcasing the compositions of students from Dr. Chaz Underriner’s Sound Art class at Stetson University.
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Set against the backdrop of The Florida Highwaymen: Selections from the Walker Collection, this event explores the intersection of art and sound. Each student composer has crafted immersive soundscapes inspired by the Highwaymen paintings with every piece designed to enhance and complement the gallery setting. During the event, the composers will present their works, offering insights into their creative process and the connection between sound and imagery.
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EVENT DETAILS
Art & Sound: Inspired by the Florida Highwaymen
Friday, February 13, 2026 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
100 N. Woodland Blvd. DeLand, Florida 32720
Admission: Free for Museum Members and anyone with Stetson ID | $10 for future members
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Image: Alfred Hair, Untitled, No date, Oil on upson board, 24 x 48 in., Photo by John Burke

Living Legacy
2026-02-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Join us for a compelling panel discussion exploring the lives, relationships, and lasting impact of the Florida Highwaymen. This conversation includes notable panelists, collector Lance Walker and Dr. Wanda Renée Mills, daughter of celebrated Highwaymen artist Mary Ann Carroll, and will include additional panelists to be announced.
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This discussion will reflect on the artists’ lived experiences, entrepreneurial spirit, and the social and cultural conditions that shaped their work. Through stories of collecting, family legacy, and firsthand memory, the evening will illuminate the human narratives behind the iconic landscapes. This program offers a rare opportunity to hear from voices uniquely positioned to speak to both the preservation and personal legacy of the Florida Highwaymen.
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EVENT DETAILS
Living Legacy: A Panel Discussion on the Florida Highwaymen
Friday, February 27, 2026 | 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Gallery opens at 5:30 p.m. | Panel begins at 6 p.m.
100 N. Woodland Blvd. DeLand, Florida 32720
Admission: Museum members free | Future members $10
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Image: Mary Ann Carroll, Untitled, No date, Oil on upson board, 24 x 48 in., Photo by John Burke

In the Gallery with Gary Monroe
2026-03-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Join us for an engaging art talk with Gary Monroe, the author and scholar who first brought national attention to the Florida Highwaymen through his extensive research and writing.

Image: Orlando Sentinel

Monroe will share insights from decades of documenting the artists, their work, and the cultural context that shaped this groundbreaking movement, offering audiences a deeper understanding of how the Highwaymen came to be recognized as an essential part of American art history.

This talk provides valuable context for anyone interested in the Highwaymen’s legacy, the power of storytelling, and the role of scholarship in preserving artistic voices that might otherwise have been overlooked.
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EVENT DETAILS
In the Gallery with Gary Monroe: The Highwaymen Story
Friday, March 13, 2026 | 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Gallery opens at 5:30 | Talk begins at 6 p.m.
100 N. Woodland Blvd. DeLand, Florida 32720
Admission: Members Free | Future Members $10
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Image: Willie Reagan, Untitled, No date, Oil on upson board, 24 x 36 in., Photo by John Burke

Artists in the Garden
2026-03-21 09:00 - 15:00 | The Garden Shop at Select Growers, 4391 FL-11, DeLeon Springs, FL, 32130, United States
The Museum Guild’s annual fundraiser is growing this year! Come see incredible artists, including 13 brand new faces, showcasing their work in a beautiful outdoor setting.

30 artists
Art demonstrations
Plein air artists
Cash cafe & bake shop
Beverage & mimosa stations
Wine pull
Silent Auction
Live music

Proceeds to benefit Museum of Art – DeLand.
Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Garden Shop at Select Growers
4391 Highway 11 North, DeLeon Springs, Florida
No cost to attend with easy-access parking, held in beautiful grounds and covered pavilions. Questions? Call (386) 734-4371.

Abstract & Non-Objective Gel Prints Workshop
2026-04-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Join Lisa Carlson to make a series of modern, non-objective gel prints to gift or keep. From generating a creative ideas for effective images, making masks for your images, applying color theory and using the gel plate, Lisa will guide you as you learn gel printing skills. You’ll get to try all the equipment and mediums before you invest; acrylic paints, print papers, found objects, posca pens & the gel plate.
Lisa will provide step-by-step instructions, multiple examples, and a link to a helpful digital guide. Beginners and seasoned creatives welcome! All materials are provided.
This class meets at the Museum of Art – DeLand on April 7, 14, and 21 from 1 – 3 p.m.
Tuition is $105 for Members and $120 for Future Members.
REGISTER HERE

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Lisa Carlson, an art educator with a proven track record in the fine art industry, has honed her skills in both creative production and teaching. She excels in cultivating critical thinking to inspire creative output in others, curriculum development, public speaking, and art production in drawing and painting, along with print making & photography.
Lisa’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Painting & Drawing/Art Education from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she graduated with honors. Her passion for art led her to pursue an M Ed in Art Education on campus from The Pennsylvania State University, specializing in curriculum development with additional hours in painting and drawing, museum internship & educational program development.
In her free time, Lisa enjoys experimenting with pastels, photography, fitness pursuits, and spending quality time with her husband and three (almost grown) children. She also has two furry companions, Louie and Coco.

Artist Demo at Stetson University
2026-04-09 14:30 - 17:30 | Stetson University – Sampson Hall Basement, 132 E. Minnesota Ave., DeLand, FL, 32724, United States
In partnership with Stetson University, join artist Taylor Robenalt for a live ceramics demo in the Sampson Hall ceramics classroom. Robenalt will create work on-site and discuss her process, including how she builds narratives and develops her pieces. Robenalt’s exhibition, Peaks & Valleys will be on view at the Museum of Art – DeLand from April 11 – June 7, 2026.
Free and open to the public. Check the Stetson University website for visitor parking information.

Opening Reception & Gallery Talk
2026-04-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Join us for the opening reception of Taylor Robenalt: Peaks & Valleys, with a special gallery talk by the artist.
Taylor Robenalt is an artist and educator whose practice is grounded in material exploration and craft. She earned her BFA from Southern Methodist University with a focus on bronze casting and stone carving, and later received her MFA in Ceramics from the University of Georgia.
A full-time professor at Ringling College of Art and Design, Robenalt’s work has taken her internationally through residencies at A.I.R. Vallauris in France, SkopArt in Greece, and Tokoname in Japan, as well as nationally at institutions including The Art Ovation Hotel, Odyssey ClayWorks (NC), and others. She has exhibited widely in both national and international venues, including Grovewood Gallery, Abmeyer + Wood Fine Art, River Gallery, Companion Gallery, and Vision West Contemporary.
Her work and research have been recognized with numerous honors, including the NCECA International Residency Award, the Halo Fellowship Award, and multiple Ringling College Professional Development Grants. In addition to her studio practice, Robenalt has curated exhibitions for institutions such as Blue Spiral Gallery, Florida CraftArt, The Art Ovation Hotel, the Canton Museum of Art, Rocky River Gallery, and the Morean Clay Center. She has also served as a primary presenter at the Alabama Clay Conference and The Bascom’s Animal Symposium.

Admission: Free for Museum Members | $20 for Future Members

Image: Taylor Robenalt, Life Full of Cars and Kids, Porcelain

Taylor Robenalt
2026-04-11 10:00 - 2026-06-07 16:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Enter the enchanting world of ceramic artist Taylor Robenalt as she showcases her anthropomorphic porcelain animal, figure, and flora sculptures in this mid-career retrospective at the Museum of Art – DeLand.
Through layered symbolism and narrative form, Robenalt contributes to the evolving conversation surrounding sculptural ceramics, bridging the disciplines of ceramics and sculpture in ways that expand how we understand both. Robenalt’s work highlights the power of storytelling, where symbolic forms come together to create a larger narrative of change and transformation.
A professor at Ringling College of Art and Design, Robenalt creates work that is visually accessible and emotionally resonant, encouraging viewers to engage intuitively. This exhibition offers space for reflection, connecting audiences to themes of identity, transformation, and shared human experience. Viewers are encouraged to see their own evolving stories reflected in the work, bridging personal experience with contemporary artistic dialogue.
Robenalt holds a BFA in bronze casting and stone carving from Southern Methodist University and an MFA in ceramics from the University of Georgia. She has been the subject of ten solo exhibits and has participated in over forty international group exhibits.

Image: Taylor Robenalt, Mama Bear and Cub Rising with Resilience (Detail), 2026, Stoneware under glaze, glaze, luster, and mixed media, 58 in. x 62 in. x 48 in., Photo: Sorcha Augustine

Creativity & Wellbeing Workshop
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Join us for a joyful and inspiring interactive workshop with Dr. Rajni Shankar-Brown, globally renowned educator, artist, poet, and advocate for self and community wellbeing. This workshop will celebrate creativity as a powerful pathway to healing, connection, and growth!
Through reflection, learning, and hands-on creative exploration, participants will experience how art and play can nourish both the individual and the collective spirit. Together, we will share meaningful moments of insight, connection, and joy while supporting our Museum of Art – DeLand, which is an essential part of our community’s wellbeing and cultural life.
Come learn, create, and play with us in this uplifting experience that honors imagination, community, and care! If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please reach out to Dr. Rajni at rshankar@stetson.edu.
Admission: Members $40 | Future Members $45
REGISTER HERE

Biodiversity & Environmental Justice Talk
2026-04-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Join us for a presentation on “Biodiversity and Environmental Justice” by the internationally distinguished Stetson University Professor, biodiversity scholar, poet, artist, and steering member of the National Environmental Justice Institute and the Center for Sustainable Communities, Dr. Rajni Shankar-Brown.
Dr. Rajni Shankar-Brown
This talk will be presented alongside the exhibition, Taylor Robenalt: Peaks & Valleys. Dr. Shankar-Brown will not only highlight research but also explore the interconnectedness of our planet through storytelling, poetry, and song. The presentation will emphasize the importance of protecting biodiversity as a cornerstone of environmental justice. It will also delve into the
profound ways human activities have disrupted ecosystems and upset the delicate balance of nature, both globally and locally. This talk invites us to reflect on our shared responsibility to embrace sustainable practices, fostering a healthier planet and preserving the rich biodiversity of our world for generations to come.
The talk will take place from 6-7 p.m. with galleries opening at 5:30 p.m.
Admission: Free for Members | $10 for Future Members

Image: Taylor Robenalt, Bear Thoughts, 6″ x 14.5’’ x 15’’, Porcelain

Narrative Creatures Workshop
2026-05-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Join artist Taylor Robenalt for a hands-on workshop crafting small sculptures that blend flora and fauna. Using hand-building techniques like coil, pinch, and slab, you’ll create creatures and plant forms that reflect your personal narrative. Along the way, we’ll explore symbolism, imagery, and storytelling in your work, so you’ll leave with a sculpture that embodies your own artistic voice.
Clay and basic tools will be provided, though you’re welcome to bring your own tools if you prefer. Please note that workshop pieces will not be fired, but you are welcome to take your creations home.
Cost: $65 for Museum Members | $75 for Future Members
REGISTER HERE

Artist Talk with Taylor Robenalt
2026-05-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Join artist Taylor Robenalt for an engaging conversation exploring the narratives, symbolism, and material processes behind her intricate porcelain sculptures. Drawing from the long human tradition of storytelling, Robenalt creates works that intertwine figures, flora, and fauna to reflect on personal experience, animal behavior, and humanity’s relationship with the natural world.
Through layered symbolism and carefully constructed forms, her work bridges ceramics and sculpture, expanding how we understand both disciplines while inviting viewers into stories of transformation and connection. Working primarily in porcelain, Robenalt embraces the material’s delicate, skin-like qualities to heighten the emotional resonance of her imagery, where animals, flowers, and human forms become metaphors for loyalty, freedom, renewal, and the cyclical nature of life.
A professor at Ringling College of Art and Design, Robenalt creates work that is visually accessible yet deeply reflective, encouraging intuitive engagement and personal interpretation. This artist talk offers insight into her creative process and explores how storytelling through clay can connect individual experience to broader contemporary conversations about identity, change, and shared human experience.
Please note: Our galleries will not open early for this event due to a special event beforehand.
Admission: Free for Museum Members | $10 for Future Members

Anniversary Art Day at Northwest Square
2026-05-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Northwest Square, 238 N. Clara Ave., DeLand, FL, 32720, United States
A double celebration of DeLand! We’re commemorating the 100th anniversary of the historic building at Northwest Square along with the Museum of Art – DeLand’s 75th birthday! Join us for a fun day filled with:
– Free Art Activities
– Live Storytime Sessions (11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.)
– Youth Art Exhibition
– Your Favorite Northwest Square Vendors
– And More!
This event is free & open to the public, and generously sponsored by Diana Health.

The Art of Surprise
2026-05-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Surprise – It’s back! Would you like to experience an enjoyable surprise for a change? The Museum of Art – DeLand has the perfect opportunity – The Art of Surprise workshop series.
If you enjoy hands-on art activities, being creative, inspired, and having fun, then you don’t want to miss this workshop. Experiencing a pleasant surprise makes us happier, motivates us to learn new things, adds spice to our daily routines, and sparks our curiosity and imagination.
We’re exploring all things unexpected in this interactive workshop series at the Museum of Art – DeLand. Want more details? Nice try. It’s a surprise!
EVENT DETAILS
The Art of Surprise Workshop
Second Friday of Each Month | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Museum of Art – DeLand
100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, Florida 32720
Admission: $15 for Members | $20 for Non-Members

Adults only. Dress for mess and feel free to bring a lunch.
Pre-registration & payment required in advance here

Art of Surprise 2025 / 26 Workshop Dates
December 12, 2025
January 23, 2026
February 13, 2026
March 13, 2026
April 10, 2026
May 8, 2026

Storytime @ The Museum
2026-05-15 11:00 - 11:30 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Presented in partnership with Volusia County Public Library, Storytime @ the Museum is a playful and interactive literacy program specially designed for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. In a fun and welcoming environment, children and their caregivers will explore stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities that build early literacy skills and spark imagination.
Each session is thoughtfully inspired by the Museum’s current exhibitions—helping little ones make connections between words, images, and the world around them.
Whether it’s your child’s first storytime or a favorite weekly tradition, Storytime @ the Museum offers a fun, enriching experience for families to learn, laugh, and grow together. Admission is free & open to the public.
2025/26 SCHEDULE | 11-11:30 a.m.
November 21, 2025
December 19, 2025
January 30, 2026
February 20, 2026
March 20, 2026
April 17, 2026
May 15, 2026
August 14, 2026
September 18, 2026

Art for All
2026-05-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Discover where art, community, and creativity come together with our Art for All event series, supported by Diana Health. On select Fridays, enjoy free Museum admission all day plus a free guided art activity from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Bring your family, invite your friends, or make it a date night. Art for All invites everyone to explore, create, and enjoy art together.
2025 / 26 SCHEDULE
November 21, 2025
December 19, 2025
January 30, 2026
February 20, 2026
March 20, 2026
April 17, 2026
May 15, 2026
June 26, 2026
July 17, 2026
August 14, 2026
September 18, 2026

Thank you to our generous sponsor of Art for All

Camp Create 2026
2026-06-08 09:00 - 2026-07-25 16:00 | Museum of Art – DeLand Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, 32720, United States
Camp Create at the Museum of Art – DeLand is back for Summer 2026! Our 6-week summer camp program will be available for 6-12 year olds from June 8 – July 25. Camp Create runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
This summer, Camp Create student artists dive into a new art adventure each week! They’ll explore hands-on 2D and 3D projects, enjoy two daily art sessions, and take breaks for snacks, lunch, and games. Visits to the Museum’s galleries enhance the educational experience and provide additional motivation and inspiration. Small groups ensure personalized attention, and no prior art experience is needed. The themes change each week so campers may register for more than one session.
Camp Create 2026 Schedule
Week #1 Pop Art Palooza Week
June 8 – 12
Join us for Pop Art Palooza Week, where color and creativity shine! Throughout the week, campers will dive into the world of Pop Art, learning how to transform everyday images into bold, graphic masterpieces inspired by famous artists like Andy Warhol and Keith Haring. Using bright paints, prints, and patterns, kids will experiment with color, repetition, and design to make their own pop-inspired creations.
Week #2 Glow Week
June 15 – 19
Glow Week is all about lighting up your creativity! Campers will explore a radiant world of black lights, neon colors, and glow-in-the-dark paint to make art that truly shines. Inspired by bright and playful artists like Yayoi Kusama, Jen Stark, and Keith Haring, each day will bring a new glowing adventure. From sparkling galaxies and disco balls to luminous lava lamps and neon tie-dye, get ready for a week that glows with imagination!
Week#3 3D Art Week
June 22 – 26
Step off the flat page and bring your art to life in 3D art Week! Campers will explore how 3D art fills space and plays with light and shadow using air-dry clay, carving tools, and papier-mâché. They’ll create reliefs, assemblages, and imaginative sculptures inspired by artists like Niki de Saint Phalle, Jean Dubuffet, and Nick Cave. Get ready to build, mold, and shape your ideas in every dimension!
Week #4 Palette & Pencil Week
July 6 – 10
Palette & Pencil Week invites young artists to explore the fun of drawing and painting in all kinds of styles! Campers will experiment with pencil, charcoal, watercolor, and acrylics while learning key skills like shading, blending, and perspective. Inspired by creative artists like Georgia O’Keeffe, Henri Matisse, and Faith Ringgold, they’ll discover new ways to express their artistic voice!
Week #5 Comic Craze Week
July 13 – 17
Comic Craze is an imaginative week where campers become comic artists and storytellers! Students will learn character design, speech bubbles, panel layouts, action scenes, and styles like classic comics and manga. By the end of the week, they’ll create their own mini-comic or graphic story to share!
Week #6 Urban Expressions Week
July 21 – 25
Students will dive into the exciting world of street Art as they explore graffiti, stenciling, murals, and sticker art. Campers will have the opportunity to design and “tag” their own creations. Join us this week and learn more about the styles and techniques used by street and mural artists in urban settings, such as Mina Hamada and BEZT (Etam Cru), and how they bring life to our cities.

2026 Registration Details

Camp Create sessions for 6-12 year olds run Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Children must have finished Kindergarten to enroll.
Tuition per 5 day weekly session – $215 Members | $240 Non-members
Registration opens March 1, 2026

REGISTER HERE

Camp Policies
Cancellations and Refunds

No fees will be returned or credits issued for failure to attend.
There will be no make-up classes due to a student’s illness, unanticipated travel or other reasons not the responsibility of the Museum of Art – DeLand.
If a class is canceled, students will be notified at least two (2) days prior to the date of class, and tuition will be refunded. The Museum reserves the right to substitute teachers as needed.
A refund will be issued minus a $25 processing fee for cancellation up to 7 days prior to beginning of the session. No refund will be issued after the 7 day deadline.

Check In/Check Out

Students cannot be dropped off more than 15 minutes before the start of class and students are to be picked up promptly after the end of class. Please let the museum staff know if you are running late. A fee of $1 per minute will be assessed for late pick up or early drop off.
Students can only be signed out by authorized adults with identification each day.
If any changes need to be made to authorized adults for pick up list, changes must be submitted in writing to Marisa Ingram.

Lunch/Snacks

Campers should bring two snacks, a lunch, and water bottle with them in clearly labeled containers each day. No refrigeration or microwave is available.
If your child needs any type of medications during camp, please see Marisa Ingram on Monday at check in.

Dress

Art camp is messy so please send your child with clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
Campers must wear close toed shoes each day.
Please have your child leave all personal items at home, as we cannot be responsible for them.

For more information contact Marisa Ingram, Associate Curator of Education, at ingram@moartdeland.org
