Upcoming Events
Speaker Series
- Free to attend
- Sessions start at 12pm
- About one hour long
- Bring your lunch or order at the café in advance https://nmmog.org/cafe/
Please note that museum access is not included with attendance
Schedule –
August 21—John Sledge. Maritime Historian-in-Residence, National Maritime Museum of the Gulf
Topic: “The Amazing Howard I. Chapelle, Maritime Historian”
September 18— Tom McGehee, Museum Director, Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Topic: “Closer than we thought: Nazi Subs in the Gulf”
October 16—Amelia Rose Zimlich, Writer, Mobile Bay magazine
Topic: Unloading Bananas at Mobile
A Vintage Affair
September 25th from 6-9 pm
Join us for a Vintage Affair on September 25th from 6-9 pm to support the American Cancer Society. Enjoy libations, savory food, a silent auction, live music and chances to win amazing prizes—all for a goat cause. Visit https://mobile.acsgala.org/ to purchase tickets and learn more.
Family Fun Day
September 27th
Join us as we celebrate a decade of discovery and community! We’re celebrating our 10th anniversary by hosting Family Fun Day at the Museum! Bring the whole family for a day filled with hands-on activities, special exhibits, music, local vendors, and maritime-themed fun for all ages.
The Throwdown
Retro-Bution 2025
October 2, 6-9pm
For 13 years, local artists have gone head-to-head in this high-energy. live art competition. Five artists. Ninety minutes. One shared supply table—and a surprise mystery box. It’s fast, creative, and a thrill to watch. Come for the spirits, the scrumptious food, music and the artistic battle royale! Proceeds benefit the Mobile Arts Council.
Art Soup 2025
NOVEMBER 6, 2025 6:30 – 9 PM
An unforgettable evening featuring live music, delectable soups, breads, and desserts generously provided by top local eateries and caterers, and the highlight: a beautifully handcrafted pottery bowl to take home.
Art Soup promises an evening of music, dancing, art, culinary delights, and joy—all in support of the Love All Pantry, dedicated to alleviating hunger for local families.