Art After Dark
A New Experience Every Friday Night!
Enjoy an eclectic mix of live performances, film screenings, workshops, tours, and more!
EVERY FRIDAY, 5:30 & 7 PM
Docent-led Tours (30 min) Explore great works in the Norton’s collection led by one of the Museum’s fine docents.
EVERY FRIDAY, 6 – 9 PM
Open Studio: Art Workshops Join local teaching artists as they lead drop-in style art-making sessions. All ages and experience levels welcome. Materials included.
EVERY FRIDAY, Live Performances
Enjoy live performances every Friday, including live music, dance, spoken word, and more! Check our website weekly for updates.
First Fridays of the Month, 7:30 PM \ Jazz Fridays
This popular monthly series features performances by some of South Florida’s best jazz musicians!
ART AFTER DARK: DISABILITIES PRIDE MONTH
Friday, July 17, 5 – 10 PM
Schedule
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JOIN A TOUR
5:30 PM Choose a Docent Tour of either 60 Seconds: Polaroids from the Collection or Recognition of Art by Women: In Retrospect.
7 PM Choose a Docent Tour of either Recognition of Art by Women: In Retrospect or Highlights of the Collection.
Tours are limited to 25 visitors. Pick up your tour wristband at the Membership Table one hour before the tour.
MEETS IN GREAT HALL
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FASHION SHOW & MARKET
aZul Fashion, Art & Design is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to offering alternative art-focused programs for adults with disabilities and their caregivers and families. Their philosophy focuses on empowering experiences that transform family dynamics and integrate social, workforce, and personal skills, as well as therapeutic and artistic activities, to improve mental health. They believe that everyone deserves opportunities to develop their creative strengths and self-expression, and to be empowered to start their own brand!
KORMAN ROOM
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OPEN STUDIO
Using acrylic markers on canvas, participants reference photos of activities in motion to create an active masterpiece!
CLASSROOM 2
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SLOW-LOOKING ACTIVITY
Join Lisa Mazzola in the galleries to explore themes of places and spaces. This activity is about observation, not perfection. Spend a few quiet minutes looking closely, noticing details, shapes, textures, and relationships you might otherwise miss.
Limited to 15 visitors. Register in person on the day of the event; spaces are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
MEETS IN GREAT HALL
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SHORT FILMS
Enjoy a presentation of three short films centered on stories of resilience in the face of complex physical and neurological challenges.
The Rescue
Director: Seth Bakke
Trapped in silence, a nonverbal young man must fight to communicate as a new therapist sees what no one else can — the subtle signs of a mind trying to break free.
Apple Juice with No Ice
Director: Jillian Caforio
Inspired by the special needs community, this film follows Joey as he reluctantly accepts a new job taking Miles out for dinner each week. He discovers what true friendship is and that life is better with no ice.
The Calm Under the Water
Director: Cam Brooks
The story of an artist paralyzed from the neck down as they navigate physical obstacles in a journey toward happiness and inner peace.
STILLER AUDITORIUM
Attending Art After Dark
Attending Art After Dark
Hours: The museum is currently open to the public until 10 pm on Friday nights.
Entry: Admission during Art After Dark is $10 for Adults & Seniors, $5 for Students. Free for Members. Tickets may be purchased at the Reception Desk or reserved in advance.
How to get here: The Norton Museum of Art is located at 1450 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach, FL 33401. For more information, click here.
Parking: Parking is available across the street from the Museum at 1501 South Dixie Highway. The parking rate is $3 per hour, limited to a maximum session of three hours. Norton Members park for free.
Food and drink: The Restaurant at the Norton offers indoor and outdoor seating with beautiful views of our Sculpture Garden. Along with great food, The Restaurant serves creative cocktails, wine, and champagne. Reservations available through Tock.
Major support for Art After Dark is provided by The Addison Hines Charitable Trust.
Support for the Docent Program was provided by The Donald and Linda Silpe Endowment for the Professional Development of Docents and The Marcia Mahon Education Endowment Fund.
Support for Open Studio was provided by The Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Schott Endowment for Education.