Do you like Space? Do you like Maps? How about maps of space?! UTA Special Collections is proud to present a new exhibition titled Cosmic Cartography . Featuring maps and charts dating from 1548 to 2024, the exhibit explores humanity's desire to explain our understanding of the universe through maps. In the exhibit, you will see maps that explore the model of the universe - from the ancients who believed in an Earth-centered system to Copernicus who put the Sun at the center, and beyond; maps of our Solar System and planetary bodies; and maps that explore Constellations and the Zodiac.Giveaways will be available while supplies last!The exhibit is located on the sixth floor of Central Library in Special Collections. It is open Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Join us April 12 for the Annual Jazz Brunch at the Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival!Enjoy the beautiful sounds of the UTA Jazz Orchestra, Ensemble and Combo while having brunch with fellow Mavericks. Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the UTA West Main Stage Hospitality Tent located at 9th St. and Main St.

Emily Ruiz, a student at UTA, will take the stage to share their passion for music with the audience. This recital promises a delightful experience of beautiful melodies and impressive musical talent.This performance is free and open to the public. It takes place in Irons Recital Hall, FA105, located in the South Section of the Fine Arts Building.The doors will open approximately 30 minutes before the performance time.Please be aware that no food or drink, aside from bottled water, is allowed in the recital hall.Parking is available in the West Campus Garage, and ADA parking is available at the meters on Nedderman Drive in front of Texas Hall. Visit our parking page for more information.

The Art & Art History Department of The University of Texas at Arlington is pleased to present the Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition in The Gallery at UTA from April 7 – 19, 2025.The Master of Fine Arts is a professional graduate degree in the practice of art – unique in that it is the artist's terminal academic degree. The MFA in the Art & Art History Department at UTA offers students a broad range of study and exploration within the areas of Intermedia, Cinematic Arts, Glass, and Design. As a requirement for completion of the degree, candidates are required to present a culminating exhibition demonstrating excellence in their chosen fields.The Spring 2025 exhibition features eight artists – Aubrey Barnett (glass), Emily Brown (visual communication design), Lisa Clayton(intermedia), Santosh Dahal (cinematic arts), Shuang Gou (intermedia), Avery McGuiness(intermedia), Kali McKinley (intermedia), and Brandi Simpson (glass) – showcasing representative works from their time as graduate student artists at UTA.Darryl Lauster, MFA Director states, “This exhibition signifies an auspicious moment. It reveals the breadth of artistic practice in the early 21st century while also testifying to the independent and unique vision of each of these vibrant young artists."Free parking for visitors is available in the marked gallery visitor spot in the F7 parking lot by calling the gallery office and registering in advance, or paid parking is always available at street meters or in the nearby West Campus Parking Garage.

Arden Bradley, a student at UTA, will take the stage to share their passion for music with the audience. This recital promises a delightful experience of beautiful melodies and impressive musical talent.This performance is free and open to the public. It takes place in Irons Recital Hall, FA105, located in the South Section of the Fine Arts Building.The doors will open approximately 30 minutes before the performance time.Please be aware that no food or drink, aside from bottled water, is allowed in the recital hall.Parking is available in the West Campus Garage, and ADA parking is available at the meters on Nedderman Drive in front of Texas Hall. Visit our parking page for more information.

UTA's A Cappella Choir will perform with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra