News Summary
The Orlando Museum of Art will launch two notable exhibitions in September, featuring works from acclaimed illustrator Jason Chin and the Florida Watercolor Society. The museum also secured significant funding for necessary infrastructure enhancements, ensuring better preservation of its collection and safety for visitors. Various educational programs and community events are planned to engage the public around these exhibitions.
Orlando – The Orlando Museum of Art is set to unveil two notable exhibitions in September 2025, coinciding with an important boost in funding for infrastructure enhancements. The first exhibition, Jason Chin: Your Place in the Universe, opens on September 5 and will be available until November 30, 2025. This exhibition showcases the work of acclaimed illustrator Jason Chin, featuring original illustrations from nine of his children’s books that depict various themes, including coral reefs, redwood forests, and outer space.
In conjunction with the exhibition, a range of educational programs is planned, including a scavenger hunt, workshops, and a free family day on October 4, 2025. This family day will offer live music from Mr. Richard and the Orlando Philharmonic, as well as telescope viewing and live performances, making it a multifaceted experience for visitors.
The second exhibition, To Catch a Dream: Florida Watercolor Society 54th Annual Exhibition, opens a week later on September 13, 2025, and will run until January 4, 2026. This exhibition features approximately 100 pieces of artwork selected by juror Matthew Bird and highlights the Florida Watercolor Society, the largest watercolor society in the United States, which aims to elevate the status of watercolor as an essential medium.
Infrastructure Funding
Complementing these artistic ventures, the Orlando Museum of Art has secured nearly $2.5 million in state funding aimed at addressing critical infrastructure needs. The funding, which was presented by Senator Jason Brodeur and Representative LaVon Bracy Davis, will primarily be used to replace the museum’s aging HVAC system and to repair water damage that has affected the facility. This investment is deemed vital by museum representatives for the protection of the valuable art collection and the safety of visitors.
Upcoming Programs and Events
The Orlando Museum of Art is also planning additional exhibitions and programs for the latter part of 2025. These include Spots of Light: Women in the Holocaust, scheduled to run from September 4 to December 19, 2025, and film screenings of notable films such as Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story on September 7, 2025, and 999—The Forgotten Girls on December 7, 2025.
Moreover, the museum will host various community events, such as Founder’s Day Community Night on September 10, 2025, and an important discussion led by Dr. Amra Sabic-El-Rayess on the subject of fighting hate crimes through early education, set for September 18, 2025. Plans for a Dismantling Hate Workshop and a Kristallnacht Commemoration Program are also in progress for late 2025, reinforcing the museum’s commitment to educational and community engagement.
Continued Community Engagement
In addition to the activities at the museum, the Orlando Science Center is actively engaged in promoting community involvement throughout the year with various monthly events and educational programming aimed at enhancing the educational landscape in the region. These initiatives collectively contribute to enriching the cultural and educational fabric of Orlando as it gears up for an exciting line-up of exhibitions and activities in the coming years.
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Additional Resources
- Your Community Paper: Orlando Museum of Art Opens Two New Exhibitions
- Google Search: Orlando Museum of Art
- Orlando Magazine: 2025-2026 Orlando Arts Season Calendar
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Art in the United States
- WFTV: Orlando Museum of Art Receives $2.5 Million in Funding
- Google News: Orlando Museum of Art
- Bungalower: Orlando Museum of Art Unveils Fall Exhibition Lineup
- Wikipedia: Art Museum
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