Opening Reception
The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality
Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
SAMFA’s Grand Hall
Free and open to the public
Generously sponsored by Suzanne Sugg and Beverly Stribling
Jointly organized by Stacey W. Miller and International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC
With a special focus exhibit, from the collection of Suzanne Sugg, Chinese children’s hats and other headwear from around the world.
The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality presents 89 hats and headdresses carefully selected from a private collection of more than 1300 extraordinary pieces of headwear from all over the world.
This exhibition features headwear from 42 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and North and South America, and is a tribute to the stunning diversity of the world’s cultures. With a few exceptions, the pieces are from the mid-to-late 20th century, and many are still worn today in parts of the world for revelry, ritual, and the rhythms of everyday life. More than utilitarian objects of material culture, each hat is a unique work of art—not merely because of the skill required to make it, but also as a singular expression of creativity and cultural meaning.
Brass Without Borders – Lone Star Brass | Chamber Music Series at SAMFA
Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
SAMFA’s Grand Hall
Welcome to the San Angelo Chamber Music Series! Join us for Brass Without Borders with Lone Star Brass. This special event will take place at the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts.
Formed in 1981, the Lone Star Brass is the resident brass quintet of the West Texas Symphony. The Lone Star Brass presents concerts that display the consummate technical skill of each performer and the expertise involved in working together as an ensemble. The group has recorded two albums, “Lone Star Christmas,” and “Western Fanfare.” They performed in Carnegie Hall with the symphony chorale and have toured the country performing shows for all ages. From New York to New Mexico, this seasoned ensemble offers programs of classical music, jazz, original works, and even opera. They perform to have fun, and it rubs off on their audiences at every concert.
Lone Star Brass: Lone Star Brass is West Texas Symphony's resident brass quintet, featuring:
Eric Baker, trumpet
Ben Fairfield, trumpet
Scott Millichamp, horn
Stewart Rhodes, trombone
Arturo Galvan, tuba
Mark Your Calendar for Free Family Day: Every 3rd Saturday
Art Thursdays @ SAMFA will return in September!
At SAMFA, we are deeply committed to nurturing creativity in children and making art accessible to all. Art Thursdays provide a space for families to explore, create, and connect through engaging projects designed for all ages. Whether you're a returning participant or joining us for the first time, we invite you to be part of this special program.
This event is free and open to the public. Drop in anytime between 4-7 PM in the Education Studio and enjoy an evening of artistic fun in a welcoming, community-driven space.
Spirit of the Ranch: The Ranch Fellowship Exhibit
October 23, 2025 - February 8, 2026
A curated selection of works by 2025 EnPleinAir TEXAS Ranch Fellowship Artists Kirsten Anderson, Zufar Bikbov, Lon Brauer, Durre Waseem, and Jeff Williams.
For more information on the 2025 EPAT Ranch Fellowship and all related events, including the Collectors’ Stampede Exhibit and Sale and the Texas Artists Camp Revival, click HERE.