“I remember when...” Reflections from the RMA Staff

The Rollins Museum of Art presents a series of engaging exhibitions that reflect on diverse themes of memory, identity, and the cosmos. “I remember when... Reflections from the RMA Staff” showcases selected works from the museum's permanent collection, inviting reflections on how art serves as a conduit for storytelling and dialogue about personal and collective histories.

Complementing this is the “Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize” exhibition, a collaborative initiative with the UCF Art Gallery aimed at celebrating emerging artists in Florida. This juried exhibition, featuring finalists with diverse practices, includes a $10,000 cash prize and a future solo exhibition at the museum for the winning artist, fostering a transformative support system for their professional development.

Additionally, “Being Outdoors: Recreation in the American Imagination” celebrates the links between outdoor activities and American identity, using artworks from the 19th to the 21st centuries to explore how these activities shape societal values.

Finally, “The Captivating Unknown: Charting Our Relationship with the Cosmos” examines humanity's fascination with the cosmos, featuring various artists who delve into the relationship between personal experiences and the greater universe through distinct visual narratives. This exhibition enhances the conversation about the limits of human knowledge and our quest for understanding the unknown.

Together, these exhibitions create a rich tapestry of cultural engagement, encouraging visitors to reflect on their own narratives as influenced by art and the wider world.