MOCA Jacksonville

MOCA Jacksonville MOCA Jacksonville, a cultural institute of the University of North Florida, promotes the art, artists, and ideas of our time.
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The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, a private nonprofit visual arts educational institution and cultural institute of the University of North Florida, serves the community and its visitors through exhibitions, collections, educational programs, and publications designed to enhance an understanding and appreciation of modern and contemporary art with particular emphasis on works created fr

om 1960 to the present. We encourage you to leave comments, photos, videos, and links. We will review all comments and will remove any that are inappropriate, offensive, or contain insults.

Two new exhibitions are now open at MOCA.Created by Latinx students at the University of North Florida (University of No...
08/29/2026

Two new exhibitions are now open at MOCA.

Created by Latinx students at the University of North Florida (University of North Florida), ‘Voces y Caras’ (Voices and Faces) is an oral history and digital humanities project documenting the voices of Latinx residents in the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area. This year, MOCA presents Cuban-American artist Ricder Ricardo, whose multidisciplinary practice examines migration, memory and the ongoing negotiation of identity shaped by displacement.

Led by Dr. Constanza López Baquero, ‘Voces y Caras’ (UNF Voces y Caras) is an affiliated project of the UNF Digital Humanities Institute (UNF Digital Humanities Institute). Special thanks to Michael Boyles of the UNF Office of Teaching and Learning (Office of Teaching and Learning | UNF) and project intern Alma Cruz.

Join us for the opening reception on Wed, Sep 2 at 6 p.m.

‘MJ Torrecampo: Cut the Fruit’ presents the artist’s layered paintings, which consider family, belonging and cultural identity by transforming everyday moments into psychologically complex narratives. The exhibition title refers to “Cut Fruit,” a nonverbal form of care commonly practiced among Filipino Americans.

Programming of the UNF Gallery at MOCA is directed by Ian Carey, Curator of UNF Galleries. The exhibition was co-curated by Jason John and Adam McGalliard of the UNF Department of Art, Art History, and Design (Department of Art, Art History & Design), part of the College of Arts and Sciences (College of Arts and Sciences).

We want to include your voice in our archive. Visit the MOCA Theater during one of the times below to share yours or record a meaningful conversation with a loved one:

• Sat, Aug 29, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Wed, Sep 2, 5 p.m.–9 p.m.
• Sat, Sep 5, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Sat, Sep 12, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Sat, Sep 19, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

See both exhibitions today during VyStar Free Saturdays, with free admission from 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

‘Voces y Caras: Latinx Communities of North Florida’
On view through Sep 20, 2026

‘MJ Torrecampo: Cut the Fruit’
On view through Feb 28, 2027

There’s still time to visit MOCA for free this summer.Through Sun, Sep 6, active-duty and former militarymembers and fir...
08/28/2026

There’s still time to visit MOCA for free this summer.
Through Sun, Sep 6, active-duty and former military
members and first responders receive free admission
and may bring up to five family members through
the Blue Star Museums program, presented by CSX.

Please bring a valid military or first responder ID.
Plan your visit at the link in bio.

CSX Blue Star Families National Endowment f/t Arts

It's the last Friday of the month, which means free admission for all Jacksonville Public Library cardholders at the Mus...
08/28/2026

It's the last Friday of the month, which means free admission for all Jacksonville Public Library cardholders at the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville!

Tomorrow is the last day to apply for MOCA Teen Council!Jacksonville high school students in grades 9–12 are invited to ...
08/23/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to apply for MOCA Teen Council!

Jacksonville high school students in grades 9–12 are invited to create programming for other teens, learn new skills, explore how the museum works, and earn volunteer hours. No art experience is required.

Applications close Mon, Aug 24. Apply here: https://mocajacksonville.unf.edu/education/teens/teen-council.html

MOCA Teen Council’s 2026–27 year has been generously underwritten by First Horizon Foundation.

A Very Laufey Day is here, Lauvers! (laufey) MOCA Jacksonville is an official Celebration of the Arts stop. Join us toda...
08/23/2026

A Very Laufey Day is here, Lauvers! (laufey)

MOCA Jacksonville is an official Celebration of the Arts stop. Join us today from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. as part of your AVLD itinerary.

Mention AVLD to Guest Relations and sign up for MOCA emails to receive free admission. Setlan Coffee Co. also has Laufey’s Rhapsody in Blue, a lavender and vanilla iced latte, available for purchase.

MOCA Jacksonville joins the art community in remembering Mary Heilmann (1940–2026), a trailblazer in abstract painting.B...
08/22/2026

MOCA Jacksonville joins the art community in remembering Mary Heilmann (1940–2026), a trailblazer in abstract painting.

Born in California, Heilmann moved to New York in 1968 and began shifting from sculpture to painting. Her work is known for its combination of geometry, minimalism, and the liveliness of the Beat generation, along with distinctive uses of color and simple forms.

MOCA is honored to hold three of Heilmann’s works in its permanent collection: Pink Screen (1973), Untitled (red with yellow block forms) (1976), and Blue Streak (1972). All three are part of the Norman E. Fisher Collection, and we are grateful to care for and share them with our community.

08/21/2026

Thank you to First Coast Living for having us on to talk about ‘The American Century,’ now on view at MOCA Jacksonville! Featuring works from the museum’s permanent collection, the exhibition celebrates and explores the emergence of a distinct American art.

Learn more about the exhibition with Senior Curator Ylva Rouse at Coffee with a Curator on Sat, Aug 29, from 11 a.m. to noon. Tickets are free for MOCA Members and UNF Students, Faculty, and Staff. Non-Member tickets are $15.

Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coffee-with-a-curator-the-american-century-with-ylva-rouse-tickets-1993849451382?aff=social

After nine years leading MOCA Jacksonville, Caitlín Doherty will step down this fall to become Executive Director of Tel...
08/20/2026

After nine years leading MOCA Jacksonville, Caitlín Doherty will step down this fall to become Executive Director of Telfair Museums in Savannah. During her time here, Caitlín guided MOCA through significant growth, including expanded exhibitions and programs, stronger community partnerships, our centennial celebration, accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums, and the acquisition and public installation of ‘Jacksonville Stacked Stars.’ We are deeply grateful for her leadership, vision, and commitment to the museum and the Jacksonville community, and we know she will remain one of MOCA’s most enthusiastic champions.

Read the full announcement here: https://mocajacksonville.unf.edu/about/newsroom/2026/departure-executive-director.html

Free Wednesday night plans, found.Join us for Free Museum Nights this Wednesday, Aug 19, with free admission to MOCA Jac...
08/18/2026

Free Wednesday night plans, found.

Join us for Free Museum Nights this Wednesday, Aug 19, with free admission to MOCA Jacksonville from 5–9 p.m.

5–7 p.m. | Live Watercolor Portraits with Teresa Cook
6–8 p.m. | Made @ MOCA, an art activity for all ages and skill levels
6 & 7 p.m. | Gallery Highlight Tours

This Wednesday’s IndieJAX screening is sold out. Tickets for the next screening on Dec 16 are available now. (Link in bio.)

See you Wednesday!

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333 N Laura Street
Jacksonville, FL
32202

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Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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