Open Studio at Coral Gables Museum

Spend a midweek evening taking part in hands-on art activities guided by local artists in a relaxed, social setting. This free summer series at the Coral Gables Museum invites adults to explore the creative process while contributing to a broader community conversation about memory, material and storytelling.

Curated by The Things Lab, Open Studio takes place every other Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Each session features a different South Florida-based artist and offers opportunities for personal expression through art-making, all centered on the shared theme of “things”—everyday objects and the stories they hold. The series kicks off on June 18 with Kerry Phillips, a Miami-based artist known for using found materials and participatory installations to explore ideas of memory, value and place.

These gatherings lead up to the museum’s fall exhibition 100 Years of Coral Gables Through Objects. Designed for adults 18 and older, the sessions include materials, artist talks and creative prompts. A cash bar is available on-site, and Young Associates Members receive a complimentary LALO Tequila drink. Advance RSVP is encouraged. Participants are welcome to attend one or multiple sessions throughout the summer.