Knoxville Museum of Art

Join the KMA Book Club for an informative, and often lively, discussion of art inspired literature. KMA Book Club meets 3 times a year giving you plenty of time to read, re-read, and enjoy a book related to the arts. June 2026: “My Friends”, a Novel by Fredrik Backman Most people don’t even notice them—three tiny figures sitting at the end of a long pier in the corner of one of the most famous paintings in the world. But Louisa, an aspiring artist

Enjoy a summer morning watercolor painting in the gardens of the newly restored Eugenia Williams House! In partnership with the Knoxville Museum of Art’s Finding Higher Ground program, we invite you to explore painting en Plein Air , painting outdoors, like a few of our celebrated East Tennessee artists. This is not formal watercolor painting class , however, each session will be guided by one of our professional art educators. The moderator will

Gabriel Lester | June 12 – August 30, 2026 The KMA actively seeks to present responsive art installations across the city of Knoxville as a means of broadening the visibility of the work, as well as the potential audience. Locating work outside of the museum helps expand the impact and reach of our program and contribute to a more holistic cultural ecology in the city and region. For this project, we are partnering with the newly restored Eugenia Williams House ,

The 2025–26 season of Soundscapes at the Knoxville Museum of Art promises to be one of the most dynamic and diverse yet — blending world-class artistry, soulful grooves, and unforgettable musical moments in one of Knoxville’s most beautiful cultural settings. Each month, audiences are invited to come for the music, stay for the art as Soundscapes continues its mission to bring together the region’s finest performers and national touring artists in an evening of live m

Drop-in for hands-on art activity taught by a certified art teacher on the second Sunday of every month. FREE and open to the public!

Join us for a Docent Guided Tour on the second Sunday of every month at 2:00 pm. KMA visitors can follow a trained docent educator through the galleries to learn more about the KMA collection and temporary exhibitions. Tours are 60 minutes; visitors can meet at the front desk at 1:55 pm to join the tour. FREE and open to the public!

Enjoy a summer morning watercolor painting in the gardens of the newly restored Eugenia Williams House! In partnership with the Knoxville Museum of Art’s Finding Higher Ground program, we invite you to explore painting en Plein Air , painting outdoors, like a few of our celebrated East Tennessee artists. This is not formal watercolor painting class , however, each session will be guided by one of our professional art educators. The moderator will

Sip, savor, and celebrate the essence of summer. Join us for Taste of Summer: Wine and Food Festival- an unforgettable evening where culinary artistry meets world-class winemaking. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Knoxville Museum of Art, this immersive experience brings together the very best of our local food scene and the refined elegance of vineyards across the world. Featured chefs include: Bistro by the Tracks

Enjoy a summer morning watercolor painting in the gardens of the newly restored Eugenia Williams House! In partnership with the Knoxville Museum of Art’s Finding Higher Ground program, we invite you to explore painting en Plein Air , painting outdoors, like a few of our celebrated East Tennessee artists. This is not formal watercolor painting class , however, each session will be guided by one of our professional art educators. The moderator will