MOAS - Museum of Arts & Science

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Florida history through art

Cici & Hyatt Brown Museum of Art

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Special Current Exhibits

The Seminole and the Everglades

The Everglades is a region of tropical wetlands that occupies the southern portion of Florida. The Seminole nation emerged out of the groups of Native American's. Artists from the early 19th century on have found the visual characteristics of the people and the land compelling subjects for artwork.

Florida Weather

Florida is known for weather that changes with uncanny speed. Sun, rain, wind, clouds, storms, and fog all play a part in what the artists sees and wants to capture. Experience a myriad of Florida weather in just one day.

"The Latest News from Florida": Wood Engravings from 19th Century Periodicals

Wood engravings from 19th century illustrated magazines and journals documenting events in the remote land of Florida.

Gone Fishin'

This exhibition emphasizes Florida's reputation for being one of the greatest sport fishing areas in the world. From locals with simple cane poles to celebrities on yachts decked out for challenging sailfish and tarpon.

Fragile Beauty: Masterworks of Porcelain and Glass from the Collection

Highlighting centuries of fine workmanship in porcelain and glass, this exhibition brings together some of the most beautiful pieces in these media to be found in the MOAS collection.

Volusia County

Scenes from Volusia County and the importance of art schools and art venues in the development of culture within the county.

Billie Holiday at Sugar Hill: Photographs by Jerry Dantzic

A vivid and intimate photographic portrait of one of the 20th century's most iconic musical figures: the consummate jazz and blues singer Billie Holiday (1915-1959).

Singular Angles: The Art of Robert Huff

Robert Huff (1945-2014) was a fixture in the late 20th century Miami art scene and he influenced generations of South Florida artists.

The World of Frida

An exhibition celebrating the culture, style, and persona of visionary painter Frida Kahlo with over 100 works by contemporary artists.

The Seminole and the Everglades

The Everglades is a region of tropical wetlands that occupies the southern portion of Florida. The Seminole nation emerged out of the groups of Native American's. Artists from the early 19th century on have found the visual characteristics of the people and the land compelling subjects for artwork.

Florida Weather

Florida is known for weather that changes with uncanny speed. Sun, rain, wind, clouds, storms, and fog all play a part in what the artists sees and wants to capture. Experience a myriad of Florida weather in just one day.

"The Latest News from Florida": Wood Engravings from 19th Century Periodicals

Wood engravings from 19th century illustrated magazines and journals documenting events in the remote land of Florida.

Gone Fishin'

This exhibition emphasizes Florida's reputation for being one of the greatest sport fishing areas in the world. From locals with simple cane poles to celebrities on yachts decked out for challenging sailfish and tarpon.

Fragile Beauty: Masterworks of Porcelain and Glass from the Collection

Highlighting centuries of fine workmanship in porcelain and glass, this exhibition brings together some of the most beautiful pieces in these media to be found in the MOAS collection.

Volusia County

Scenes from Volusia County and the importance of art schools and art venues in the development of culture within the county.

Billie Holiday at Sugar Hill: Photographs by Jerry Dantzic

A vivid and intimate photographic portrait of one of the 20th century's most iconic musical figures: the consummate jazz and blues singer Billie Holiday (1915-1959).

Singular Angles: The Art of Robert Huff

Robert Huff (1945-2014) was a fixture in the late 20th century Miami art scene and he influenced generations of South Florida artists.

The World of Frida

An exhibition celebrating the culture, style, and persona of visionary painter Frida Kahlo with over 100 works by contemporary artists.

MOAS Blog

Fragile Beauty: Strong Traditions in Decorative Arts

The Fragile Beauty collection features a fresh rotation of rarely displayed pieces of fine porcelain, glass, and ceramics hand selected from MOAS storage. This curated collection features works of decorative art ranging a several centuries and countries of origin. The majority of the pieces were crafted between 1775-2003. Famous manufacturers such as Limoges, Wedgworth, and Meissen are featured among this collection, all of which are still in production today. The fun thing about decorative art is that it is an extremely collectible form of art. Read More

2020 Exhibit Sponsors

Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.