Deaf Night at the KMA

Fall Open House Deaf Night at the KMA

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

5:30-7:30pm

KMA invites Knoxville’s Deaf Community to an Open House with ASL discussions in the galleries led by local Deaf Artists and KMA Docent Lee Handler, accompanied by student interpreters from the University of Tennessee and the community interpreters.  There will be hands-on artmaking, a scavenger hunt, and light refreshments. Join us for a fun evening to explore the museum at your own pace while learning about the art of KMA’s collection and temporary exhibitions.

This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments provided.

For Questions, contact Sean Burke, Education Program Coordinator at sburke@knoxart.org 865-444-5475

Thank you to our partners for their collaboration and support of this event!

Lee Handler (KMA Volunteer and Docent)

In partnership with the University of Tennessee, Center on Deafness and students from the Deaf Studies: Educational Interpreting concentration.

Program Coordinator: Megan Wylie Potts; for more information, contact mpotts10@utk.edu .

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