Lectures and Tours
Lectures, Conversations, and Artist Talks
Rollins Museum of Art offers public lectures, artist talks, and conversations both in-person and virtually throughout the academic year. Guest speakers include Thomas P. Johnson Distinguished Visiting Scholars & Artists such as Antonio Martorell, Denise Bookwalter, and Nicole Cromartie, as well as Rollins College faculty, students, and special guests.
Virtual Artist Panel Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize
Tuesday, June 23 | 6-7:30pm
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Join the six finalists of Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize for a moderated online discussion of their art practice and works on view.
In this online event, meet the artists whose artwork is included in Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize exhibition on view at both UCF Art Gallery and Rollins Museum of Art. Moderated by Dr. Gisela Carbonell, Curator (Rollins) and Shannon Lindsay (UCF) these six finalists delve into their artistic practice and discuss their works on view.
Learn more about Pathways 2026 and the Finalists HERE
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View Past Lectures, Conversations, and Artist Talks
Explore 50+ videos of past Artist Talks, Conversations & Lectures featuring artists' works, exhibitions, and scholarship presented by the Rollins Museum of Art. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel for the latest!
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Museum Highlights Tours
Second and Last Saturdays | 1pm
May 30 | June 13 & 27 | July 11 & 25 | August 8 & 29
Visit Rollins Museum of Art on the second and last Saturday of each month for docent-led museum tours that highlight works from our current exhibitions. Tours and admission are free. Secure your spot - register now!
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Pop-up Tours
Our Pop-up Tours are special, limited-time experiences offered throughout the season outside of our regular schedule. These tours highlight unique themes, timely topics, or fresh perspectives on works in the collection.
Follow Rollins Museum of Art on Eventbrite, Instagram, and Facebook to be the first to know about the next Pop-up Tour. Check regularly so you don’t miss the next opportunity to join us.
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Exhibition Tours
Enjoy public tours of current exhibitions throughout the season. Secure your spot - register now!
Thursday, June 11 | 6pm Being Outdoors: Recreation in the American Imagination
Tuesday, August 25 | 11am Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize at UCF Art Gallery
Thursday, August 27 | 6pm Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize at Rollins Museum of Art
Friday, August 28 | 11am The Captivating Unknown: Charting Our Relationship with the Cosmos
Happy Hour Tours
June 3 and August 5 | 6pm
Join us in the lobby of the Alfond Inn for a 60-minute curator-led tour of selections from the Rollins Museum of Art's world-class collection of global contemporary art. Beverages are available for purchase before, during, and after the tour from the Hamilton’s Kitchen Bar and The Café.
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Registration opens two weeks prior to each event.
Learn more about Art at The Alfond Inn
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Arte y Café con la Curadora
Acompaña a la Dra. Gisela Carbonell, Curadora, para recorridos guiados en español. / Join Curator Dr. Gisela Carbonell for exhibition tours in Spanish.
9 de junio | June 9 | 6pm
Being Outdoors: Recreation in the American Imagination
21 de julio | July 21 | 6pm
The Captivating Unknown: Charting Our Relationship with the Cosmos
18 de agosto | August 18 | 6pm
Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize
Reserva tu espacio para asisitir a los recorridos de las exhibiciones/Reserve your spot to attend these exhibition tours
Learn MoreAudio-Guided Tours
Rollins Museum of Art is now on Bloomberg Connects! Download the app to explore audio-guided tours inside and outside of RMA and The Alfond Inn created by scholars, museum professionals, and Rollins College students.
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Outdoor Sculpture Tour
Enjoy the fresh Florida air as you explore six outdoor sculptures from the Rollins Museum of Art collection. This 1.6-mile audio-guided tour across the beautiful Rollins College campus begins at Rollins Museum Art's front steps and ends at The Alfond Inn.
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Museum Highlights Tour
Learn more about select artworks from the current exhibition season.
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Art at the Alfond Inn Highlights Tour
Listen to an audio guided tour of select works on view at The Alfond Inn.
Schedule Group Tours, Field Trips, and Class Visits
Rollins Museum of Art is a great place to learn together. Explore these options to schedule your free tour.
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Self-Guided Group Tours
Registration Required
The galleries are available for self-guided tours by groups during all open hours of operation. To ensure you have the best possible experience, please schedule an appointment 2 weeks in advance.
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Field Trips & School Tours
Encourage visual literacy, critical thinking skills, and art appreciation in your students by scheduling your public, private, or homeschool visit to Rollins Museum of Art. All tours and admission are free.
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College Class Visits
Explore programs for college educators and students that amplify traditional classroom learning, provide context for different academic disciplines, and offer hands-on student engagement both inside and outside of the classroom. Open to college educators and students from any institution. Admission is free.
