Past Events

Thurs: 6/26 10:30-11:30am & Thurs: 7/10 10:30-11:30 am Hey MoMs & Caregivers: Come join us for a warm and welcoming Q&A session focused on the 3rd and 4th trimesters, led by a caring expert Rachael Somerman in developmental therapy, craniosacral therapy (CST), and newborn education. This is a relaxed space where new and expecting moms can connect, ask questions, and feel supported through the ups and downs of birth, postpartum, and life with a newborn. Whether you’re curious about labor, recovery, baby’s development, feeding, or sleep, no question is too big or too small. You’ll get helpful, real-life answers and gentle guidance in a community that truly understands what you’re going through.

PLEASE RSVP 877-711-MOMS (6667) and leave a message or write: INFO@MOMmuseum.org

June 24th Thee Heiress – Book Tour 6-8PM hosted by Sierra Clark

Help us celebrate while we welcome new members to the MoM Team. Join us as we celebrate MoM Executive Board Member Barbara Lynch during this Board Building Initiative at MoM on June 3, 2025 as MoM continues to grow in St. Pete. We are looking for like-minded friends and leaders with a variety of skill sets who are looking to join St Pete’s most exciting new museum as a team member. Come by for noshes and nibbles and of course CAKE! 

We hope to meet some new friends and see some fresh faces during this sweet opportunity to connect at MoM. If you have a friend, bring them too. Read more about out team here. RSVP your commitment, please: 207-504-3001. Watch video from the event.

MAY 27 6-7:30PM International Day of Families, Hosted by Sierra Clark.

Highlighting the importance of family and dynamics of support systems with Sister Nayyirah Tivica Muhammad. Sister Muhammad is a visionary leader and the founder of Repair of The Black Family . As a dynamic keynote speaker, international three-time bestselling author, spiritual advisor, and master retreat leader, she inspires and motivates those she serves to achieve total transformation through her purpose-driven life. Sister Nayyirah specializes in helping individuals release generational trauma patterns through her keen intuition and unique approach to healing. Her work focuses on guiding women to heal intentionally. Her mission is to help restore the customs and beliefs of the Black family while working towards a universal government where peace prevails regardless of class, creed, or color. (FREE) Register by calling and leaving a message: 877-711-6667

May 15th Surreal Night at the Dali with the Museum of Motherhood: Co-hosted with the Museum of Motherhood. Join us for Surreal Nights at The Dalí! Dance to a live DJ, sip specialty cocktails from Café Gala and explore interactive installations, original artworks, hands-on activities and more from the Museum of Motherhood in celebration of Mother’s Day.– Play with clay: Embodiment! Make a body part. Take it with you, or leave it for a future exhibit.– Pregnancy vest: Interactive experience. Experience the stress that pregnancy puts on a human body! – Original artworks: Four pieces from the Museum’s collection highlighting surrealism from mother artists. A mini taste of the artwork we feature and uplift!

“Illusions & Portals” Cayla Skillin-Brauchle

“Untitled (Image Transfer #21)” Robin Assner-Alvey

“Poetics of the Body” Odeta Xheka

“A Women (fabric of life)” Sierra Clark

Enjoy extended hours, entertainment and activities for free on the ground floor. Admission to the permanent collection is available at reduced admission, half-off after 5pm. Enjoy extended hours, entertainment and activities for free on the ground floor. Admission to the permanent collection is available at reduced admission, half-off after 5pm. To reserve tickets, select your Thursday Night After 5pm ticket for the designated date (members can register here). Not yet a member? Join today. Access to the Museum’s ground floor, including the Café, Store and Avant-garden is free and open to the public. Gallery admission is required to access the galleries. COME ON OVER!

Second Saturday Art Walk is the time to explore all MoM has to offer at our new location in Gallery Row. LIVE Performance with Julienne Doko 7-8PM. W.O.M.B. Worth Of My Body a poetic dance expression featuring Julienne Doko – a French dance performer, teacher and choreographer with roots in the Central African Republic: she currently lives in Denmark and is in Tampa Bay by special grant award for this special performance at the Museum of Motherhood.

Write out loud or make art on Leroy’s Big Red Quilt and leave your mark! Call your mother! Watch videos and learn about the magic of MoM here at the Museum of Motherhood. We can’t wait to meet you! Second Saturday of every month at The Factory 2606 Fairfield Ave S. Gallery Row Building 7 Door B. Open 6-9PM for all art enthusiasts.

MaMaPaLooZa Sunday, May 4th at The Factory St. Pete! 10-4PM. Mom is partnering with FloridaRAMA to present Mamapalooza: A Celebration of Mom! To show our love for m/others and their families, we are welcoming the community to a free event that celebrates moms and provides moments of reflection and engagement. At MoM, we want motherhood to be seen and celebrated for the mind-blowing and monumental experience that it is. Music, bands, vendors, food, health services and more. FREE & open to public.

Sunday, April 27 1:30-3:30PM First Cry & Last Breath with the Dream Defenders. THE MUSEUM WILL BE CLOSED TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON THIS DAY FROM 1PM ON. This workshops is intended for Black families to process experiences, emotions, birth-care trauma and celebrations in a safe space.

You Must Pre-Register by using the RSVP Link provided on the flyer: Inquiries can Call 877-711-MOMS (6667) and leave a message.

April 18 5-7PM Sills and Drills with The Rainbow Midwife. The Skills and Drills for birth workers and the people who love them with a tour of the Escape Womb after.

You Must Pre-Register: Call 877-711-MOMS (6667) and leave a message.

April 10 6:30-8:30PM in partnership with USF a Black Birth Experience in honor of Black Maternal Health Week. Organized by Courtney West featuring the photos of Sara Hunter. The evening includes a DJ, light food fare, and information sharing. Sara’s award winning photographs will be on exhibit onsite at the Museum of Motherhood.

Event is FREE and OPEN to all. Advance registration pls. Follow the QR Code to register. Questions, call 877-711-6667 and leave a message. We will respond! See photos from the event here.

The Birth Cafe: First Saturday of every month. The Birth café is an inclusive space where everyone is welcome to come and talk about their relationship to, and concept of birth. The Birth Café was conceived by Laura Godfrey-Isaacs – artist, midwife and birth activist and will be lead by museum founder Martha Joy Rose. We are so pleased to bring this activity to MoM. Please join us by pre-registering. Join us 10AM for FREE PLAY and discussions. Open to all. Oh, and we will eat cake! You Must Pre-Register: Register here or call 877-711-MOMS (6667) and leave a message. Read more about the Birth Cafe here.

Mach 2, 16 & 30th – Mothers and infants & toddlers with Amanda Bartles of Lactation Loop– Join us to socialize with other moms and families & take advantage of on the spot breastfeeding education and lactation support available to infants and toddlers. Every other Sunday each month at noon with MoM. March is themed – March 16th: Letters to the Next Breastfeeding Mom– Purpose: Pass own support and wisdom in a deeply personal way. Help moms reframe their challenges as insight and strength. Build a community of encouragement and shared experience can be to their future selves. March 30th: The Colors of Letdown- Express lactation experiences through abstract painting 

Purpose: nonverbal, cathartic way to express breastfeeding emotions. Encourage discussion of mental health in the lactation experience. Remind moms that every journey is valid, colorful, and ever-changing. Our purpose is to provide a safe space to process emotions—from joy to struggle. Please register in advance using this link. See pictures here.

March 18, 2025 The MoM Art Auction presented by OXH Gallery as part of ‘We Build Tampa Bay’ 6-8PM at The Spiral Staircase. You are invited to attend, bid, and party for success. The partnership represents the nexus of m/otherhood and arts organizations signaling a shift in Tampa Bay’s cultural landscape. To that end, MoM collects, preserves, and disseminates Mother Made Art with a passion for the cultural, social, and historical issues and experiences that affect women, inclusive of all reproductive identities. Find out more here.

March 14-16th MoM’s 20th Anniversary Conference in partnership with USF on campus, zoom and at MoM, followed by the MoM Art Auction March 18th (Tues). This conference has been ongoing since 2005 and we are celebrating our 20th Anniversary this year in partnership with USF. Attend as a student, community member or as an artist or scholar. Attendance links to register are also online. Open to the community! $25 per day. Your payment is your registration. Be part of this incredible community. MoM Art Auction at the Spiral Staircase sponsored by OXH Gallery. See more about the Art Auction here.

March 4th 6-8pm  Doris Oliver, retired Nurse and Community Advocate along with Daisy Swinton, owner of Lakeview Market. Event Title: “Legacy & Lift: Elevating Women’s Wellness Across Generations”. Description: Celebrate women’s history month by the legacy of women’s contribution to health and wellness. This event focuses on generational connections, sharing wellness practices and honoring the women who have paid the way for a healthy future. Activities include: Wellness wisdom exchange and vision mapping legacy circle women’s of different generation share their personal wellness stories tips and life lessons in a small group discussion emphasizing how health and self-care have involved overtime. Vision map being attended, collaborate to create a visual map of their personal and family wellness goals, blending creative arts with practical strategies for achieving those goals the maps serve as a inspirational keepsake and a tool for self reflection and growth.

Daisy Swinton will be honored for (Women’s) History – in St Pete. She is the owner of Lakeview Market sits on the corner of 22nd Avenue South and 20th Street South. It’s where you can find hard at work. More info: 727-906-7542 The Factory 2606 Fairfield Ave S. Gallery Row Building 7 Door B. RSVP please: INFO@MOMmuseum.org 877-711-6667.

St. Pete Coffee Connections at MoM with Working Women of Tampa Bay

When: 05 Mar 2025 9:00 AM, EST
Where: Museum of Motherhood hosted by Little House non-profit

EVENT DETAILS: Come join us for a morning of meaningful networking with Working Women of Tampa Bay! Meet like-minded professionals at our St. Pete Coffee Connections. This monthly event is your opportunity to connect and grow your business in an intimate and relaxed atmosphere. Guests will receive a complimentary cup of coffee and baked goods. Directions are here. This event is for Working Women of Tampa Bay members only, pls.

February 25th 6-7:30pm Angela Bridges. Observance: Black History MonthEvent Title: “Bridging Our Stories: Black History & Resilience.”

Description: Honor the resilience and achievements of Black individuals and families through storytelling, historical panels, and wellness workshops that focus on community strength. More info: 727-906-7542. The Factory 2606 Fairfield Ave S. Gallery Row Building 7 Door B. RSVP please: INFO@MOMmuseum.org 877-711-6667.

February 4 6-7pm with Tresalynn Morris -Founder & Community Health Advocate Inspiring Health’s Collective Advocacy Alliance. Event Title: “Heart Beats for Wellness: Health & Love Fest”. Observance: American Heart Month & Valentine’s Day. Theme & Description: Promote heart health, self-love, and community wellness with a festival that merges health education and fun activities. Attendees can participate in wellness screenings, fitness classes, and workshops on building healthy relationships. More info: 727-906-7542. The Factory 2606 Fairfield Ave S. Gallery Row Building 7 Door B. RSVP please: INFO@MOMmuseum.org 877-711-6667. See Photos Here.

January 21st 6-7pm in observation of mentoring month. Jim Oliver (The Village Mentor) Co- Author in Repair of The Black Family Anthology.

Event Title: “Guiding Hands: Mentorship for Mothers and Families”

Description: Explore how mentorship can empower mothers and families by providing guidance, support, and tools for success. This event highlights the power of shared experiences and community connections to navigate the challenges of parenting. The Factory 2606 Fairfield Ave S. Gallery Row Building 7 Door B. RSVP please: INFO@MOMmuseum.org 877-711-6667. See Photos From the Event

January 17th Noon. Join us for a Ribbon Cutting of MoM’s Escape Womb Adventure sponsored by the St Pete Chamber of Commerce in our new location at The Factory in Gallery Row. Building 7 Door B. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP please: INFO@MOMmuseum.org 877-711-MOMS (6667). Chamber event listed here. See photos from the event here.

Visit MoM at The Factory in the Warehouse District of St. Pete, 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712. Last day to visit the Museum of Motherhood current exhibits is Saturday Sept 21 FREE MUSEUM DAY 12-6PM. Sign up to coordinate an event that is in keeping with MoM’s mission about the art, science, and history or women, mothers & families. Call 877-711-MOMS (6667) or write: INFO@MOMmuseum.org. Submit your idea or event(s) using this link! 

Every month MoM seeks to create programming that is intelligent and engaging. We hope you’ll join us: First Thursday 5:30 PM (EST) Women in the Arts. First Saturday 12-2 PM Birth Cafe (by donation), First Sunday 12-3 Indie Flea Market (in season), Second Saturday Art Walk 5-8:30 PM (Free, donations welcome). Pre-registration for individualized tours at MoM. For other special events or to volunteer or get involved please Register here or call 877-711-MOMS (6667) and leave a message.

JOIN Sierra for Sierra Speaks each Wednesday LIVE at 5PM EST with playback available Wednesdays! Sierra uses custom built tools which she shares with you for love, success and well-being. Sierra Speaks empowerment through core values and acts of sharing.

Sierra Speaks is LIVE 2nd/4th Wed. JOIN HER LIVE 5PM (EST) then episodes are available for archival viewing. Monthly online YOUTUBE with SIERRA

Amanda Bartles of Lactation Loop– Join us to socialize with other moms and families, meet local IBCLCs, & take advantage of on the spot breastfeeding education and lactation support. August 5th at 10:30am & August 7th at 6pm with MoM. The 2024 theme for National Breastfeeding Month this year is Nourish, Sustain, Thrive! At MoM we are pleased to host these two in-person events. Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week with August 5th at 10:30am & August 7th at 6pm with MoM. The 2024 the Please register in advance using this link.

Women in the Arts – First Thursday each month on IG LIVE at 5PM (EST) with Martha Joy Rose and a special guest women in the arts features. Look for Museum of Motherhood on IG for important conversations and content on mothers as makers. What is a mother artist? A m/other artist is someone whose work is impacted by or focused on experiences of pregnancy, birth, care-work, adoption, loss, fertility, fostering, surrogacy, inclusive of all. This includes artistic interpretations highlighting the lifespan of makers of maternal experience, action, matrescence, and embodiment within personal and relationally organized emotions, biologies, technologies and behaviors.

May 2024 at MoM: The Saint Petersburg Month of Photography Mother Lens: Photographic Visions on Motherhood. Photographers Milkaela Martin, Águeda Sanfiz,  Jenna Love, and  Angelika Kollin, present their reflections on motherhood with very distinctive voices that range from the visual personal journal, the photojournalistic essay, conceptual photography, and fine art portraiture. ©Jena Love, Gender Reveal Party. Let’s have a party to celebrate my unborn baby’s genitals as decided by DNA.

MaMaPaLooZa May 4th at The Factory St. Pete! Mom is partnering with The Fairgrounds to present Mamapalooza: A Celebration of Mom! To show our love for m/others and their families, we are welcoming the community to a free event that celebrates moms and provides moments of reflection and engagement. At MoM, we want motherhood to be seen and celebrated for the mind-blowing and monumental experience that it is. Watch here for updates!

Month of May – May 8th 8-7:30PM Unveiling a ‘A Womb of Our Own; Seeing Red’, a special exhibit and fundraiser in collaboration with Martha Joy Rose and Jessica Caldas as part of the We Build Tampa Bay initiative to fund MoM through the 2024-25 season. Find out more here.

Sunday, May 19 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Online Motherhood: The Forever Job (FREE)– An evening of new writing by author and artist Suzi Banks Baum, followed by a discussion about the importance of writing motherhood with Joy Rose, award-winning artist, activist, and founder of the Museum of Motherhood. Participate in an Open Mic event for IWWG members and guests. Register Online.

April 17 6-7:30 PM – What is Black Maternal Health Week? In celebration of Black Maternal Health Week Doula Courtney West, owner of 3 Gems Birth Services, partner, with MoM Empowerment Facilitator Sierra Clark to have an open discussion on how empowerment effects black maternal health. Many times we hear disturbing numbers of maternal mortality and morbidity in the Black community. We don’t always hear the ways to make change in this area. During this 90 minute conversation we will address some of the current concerns around birth in the US, talk about the practicalities of birth, and why awareness around black maternal health is essential. With empowerment, education, passion and love we can make the change. Online at IG and in-person at MoM. We’d love to see you in person. Register here. Register here or call 877-711-MOMS (6667) and leave a message

Annual Academic & Arts MoM Conference March 22-24: Each year since 2005, the Museum of Motherhood has worked in collaboration with local universities to plan, create, and produce The Annual Arts and Academic MoM Conference, supporting academic excellence and creative collaboration in the area of Mother Studies. Threads of Connection–Sorry/Not Sorry: Confronting mother (and other) blame–healing & resistance in contemporary culture and beyond. Open to the public via Zoom and in person. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC VIA ZOOM & IN PERSON. Interested in attending via Zoom contact us: INFO@MOMmuseum.org . For SATURDAY RESERVATIONS IN-PERSON Tix @ EVENTBRITE $25 includes lunch.

Welcome to BIPOC & Allies Birth Worker Speed Dating, Thu Mar 21 2024 at 6:30 PM. Are you a birth worker looking to connect with others in the industry? Join us at MoM at The Factory St. Pete for a fun and interactive speed dating event. This is a great opportunity to meet and network with BIPOC and allies in the birth work community. Whether you’re a doula, midwife, lactation consultant, or any other birth worker, this event is for you! Come ready to mingle, make new connections, and potentially find your next collaboration partner. Don’t miss out on this exciting event in **St. Petersburg, FL, USA**!