# Event Details

- **Event Name**: OMAM Art Book Club: Wild Thing - A Life of Paul Gauguin
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: During this OMAM Art Book Club happy hour, we'll discuss Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin by Sue Prideaux, a 2025 biography that re-examines the artist's life using new research, including his son's memoir and dental analysis that challenges the syphilis myth. The book portrays Gauguin as a complex figure who advocated for Indigenous rights in Tahiti, challenging his scandalous reputation and highlighting his artistic vision and impact on modern art.

RSVPs are encouraged as refreshments will be provided. This program is included with museum admission, but is completely FREE for current OMAM members and US veterans. Come early to explore the exhibits, gift shop and gardens. Those in attendance will help select a future book and meeting date, so bring your recommendations!

DISCUSSION GUIDELINES
- Make an effort to finish the book.
- Be prepared to share and listen.
- Maintain a respectful, open-minded attitude toward differing opinions.
- Keep it fun! 

Learn more at https://bit.ly/omam-abc
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ormond-beach/omam-art-book-club-wild-thing-a-life-of-paul-gauguin/200030084784105
- **Event Categories**: art, meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ormond Beach
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens
- **lat**: 29.28952176853
- **long**: -81.044944136717
- **full address**: Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32176-6534, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is OMAM Art Book Club: Wild Thing - A Life of Paul Gauguin being held?
  - **A:** OMAM Art Book Club: Wild Thing - A Life of Paul Gauguin takes place on Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Tue, 16 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32176-6534, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing OMAM Art Book Club: Wild Thing - A Life of Paul Gauguin?
  - **A:** OMAM Art Book Club: Wild Thing - A Life of Paul Gauguin is organized by Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** OMAM Art Book Club: Wild Thing - A Life of Paul Gauguin is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ormond Beach, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If OMAM Art Book Club: Wild Thing - A Life of Paul Gauguin sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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