It's Friday! Summer Series

Friday, August 14 | 6:00–8:00 p.m. | Glass Pavilion

Kick off your weekend at the museum with an evening filled with art, music, and summertime fun. Whether it’s a night out with friends or an evening with that special someone, Its Friday! is the place to be!  Enjoy live performances by local musicians and drinks from the bar in our Glass Pavilion. It’s the perfect way to wind down, explore creativity, and celebrate summer in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

Dean Tartaglia

Dean Tartaglia is a Toledo, Ohio–based musician and songwriter whose work blends indie rock, alternative, and soul‑influenced sounds with introspective, song‑driven writing. Active both as a solo performer and through projects like Mind Fish and Silent Lions, his music often features rich textures from guitar, saxophone, and layered effects, balancing raw emotion with experimental arrangements. Overall, his sound is expressive and atmospheric—rooted in rock but open to electronic, pop, and loop‑based influences.

Take a stroll through our campus and enjoy a peaceful outdoor art experience. Wander among unique artworks, discover new perspectives of the Glass Pavilion from every angle, and take in the natural beauty of the museum’s campus. A perfect space to relax, reflect, and explore at your own pace.

If you've registered but can no longer attend, kindly notify the museum as soon as possible so we can accommodate others. 

If you need accommodations, assistance, or appropriate modifications to fully participate in this event, please let us know by contacting Access Initiatives at [email protected]. Please note that while we endeavor to provide everyone with a positive visitor experience, last-minute requests may not be accommodated; we ask for requests to be made, at minimum, three days prior to the event. Thank you.

Ticket Age Ranges

Unless otherwise noted, ticket categories are defined as follows:

• Ages 0–4: Free, no ticket required
  • Ages 5–17: Child ticket
  • Ages 18 and up: Adult ticket

These age ranges apply to events and exhibition tickets only. Programs such as classes and the Family Center may follow different guidelines.