The results are in! The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards have announced the national award winners for 2025! These works are on exhibit at #fwmoa until April 6th.
2025 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards: National Winners
Now on View: Inside Scholastics
The 2025 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards are on display at #fwmoa! Our Associate Curator of Exhibitions has picked out a few of her favorites, on display until April 6th.
Historical Highlight: Ginny Ruffner, 1952-2025
We reflect on the life and resilience of glass artist, Ginny Ruffner. See how our collection here at #fwmoa has been influenced by her, and the lasting impression she has left with others.
Playing Favorites: Brit Micho & Dawoud Bey
Staff at #fwmoa are playing favorites, or, picking the artworks they love the most! Brit Micho joined the team six months ago behind-the-scenes curating exhibits and editing text. Here's her favorite work that everyone can see, #nowonview in Movement: Black Art in Focus.
Horsing Around in Art
A herd of horses! Visited the #fwmoa lately to see our school of fish? Well, our permanent collection is host to a diverse zoo of animals, including horses! Take a look at these workhorses, all in a variety of mediums, from the collection:
In the News: A Hurricane, a Home, and a Family of Artists
Though our Indiana arts community was not directly impacted by Hurricane Helene, our #fwmoa art community was. Learn more about Alex Bernstein, Bernstein Glass, and how to help in this blog post by Sue Slick:
Let’s Talk SHOP: Ralph Stuckman
Artist Ralph Stuckman is all about trying new things, both in life and in art! See how he lets his creativity flow into notecards and postcards in this #letstalkshop.
Playing Favorites: Amy Hanna & Pat Perry
Staff at #fwmoa are playing favorites, or, picking the artworks they love the most! Meet new hire Amy Hanna, who joined our Development team, through her current favorite #nowonview in "Especially Terrific: New Paintings by Pat Perry".
Playing Favorites: Paikea Early & Pat Perry
Staff at #fwmoa are playing favorites and picking works #nowonview. Education Intern Paikea Early chose a painting reminiscent of summer memories. Make a visit to #fwmoa part of your summer memories this long weekend to see Paikea's favorite painting by Michigan-based artist Pat Perry.
In the News: The Pantheon of Muses, Art at the Olympics
Did you know the Summer Olympics used to include a juried art competition?! Neither did we! Read on to find out more as Naomi Vanderleest, School Programs Coordinator, dives into the details: