Art, Conversation & Creative Play: An Evening with Rob Strati

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum—an acclaimed museum dedicated to celebrating and preserving America’s maritime legacy—is pleased to host a special evening featuring artist Rob Strati in conversation with Ships of the Sea Executive Director Molly Carrott Taylor and Curator Tania Sammons. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a hands-on workshop that mirrors the creation process behind the museum's new art exhibit Beyond the Plate: Sea and Sky, which features Rob Strati's nautical-inspired, mixed-media art. 

Throughout the interactive workshop, guests will tear, trade and transform patterned paper into their own one-of-a-kind collage. All materials are provided. No art experience is necessary—just a sense of curiosity. Light snacks and drinks will be served.

"Beyond the Plate: Sea and Sky" will be on display from Sept. 25, 2025, through April 12, 2026. 

About Rob Strati: Originally from Boston, Strati grew up in Columbus, Ohio, and earned a B.A. in history of art from Ohio State University. His art has been exhibited at leading international museums and art galleries. Strati has recently enjoyed sold-out exhibits at Duane Reed Gallery in St. Louis and FREMIN Gallery in New York and has sold work to top international art collectors in New York, London, Hong Kong, Dubai and beyond.