Mother's Day Weekend

Friday, Saturday, Sunday | May 10–12, 2013
Create a family memory this Mother's Day with art, activities, and special offers throughout the MFAH campus. Enjoy exhibitions and programs at the Museum, Bayou Bend, and Rienzi all weekend. On Sunday, treat yourself to free black-and-white cookies at the Museum (while supplies last), in celebration of the exhibition Picasso Black and White. Look below for lots of ideas, and check the calendar for event details.

Mother's Day Prize Pack
Enter to win a fabulous prize pack! Swag includes:
• Tickets to the Picasso Black and White exhibition
• Bayou Bend admission passes and gift certificate
• Rienzi admission passes and gift book
• MFAH Shop gift card, souvenir shirt, hat, and tote bag

Fun for All Ages

KFEC
Before you head into the galleries, stop by the Kinder Foundation Education Center (KFEC) for tips on making your visit more enjoyable. The KFEC offers family packs, sketching materials, computer stations, books, and free Wi-Fi. Friendly staff members are on hand to help visitors explore the art collections and exhibitions in new ways, through digital content, artist videos, and more.

Guided Tours
Gallery talks and tours, led by Museum educators, share connections between different works of art, cultures, and time periods. No reservations required! Click here for a look at all of the topics available.

MFAH Films
Take Mom to the movies! The MFAH presents the best in contemporary, classic, independent, and international films year-round. Click here to see what's playing.

Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens


Bring the special women in your life for an afternoon of nature, beauty, and art at beautiful Bayou Bend. Beginning at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12, mothers and grandmothers receive free admission and a gift from The Shop at Bayou Bend. All accompanying adult guests receive discounted $5 admission (a 60% savings!), and children 9 and younger are admitted free. The gorgeous gardens and both floors of the house are open for audio tours. Guests are treated to light refreshments, live music, and shop specials.

For more information about visiting Bayou Bend, click here or call 713.639.7750.

Rienzi


Celebrate Mother’s Day with an outing at Rienzi. The lovely estate is situated on four acres of wooded gardens. Every mother who visits on Sunday, May 12, receives free admission and a flower. Be sure to check out the special exhibition The Wedding Dress during your visit!

For more information about visiting Rienzi, click here or call 713.639.7800.

Gifts for Mom

The Perfect Present
Stop by The MFAH Shop on the main campus as well as The Shop at Bayou Bend for unique gifts sure to please. Plus, MFAH Members enjoy Double-Discount Days from May 7 to 12.

Jewelry Trunk Show
If you're visiting the Museum on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday (May 9, 10, 11), stop by the Jewelry Trunk Show! This exclusive event takes place at the MFAH Shop from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.

Dining Options


Cafe Express
The café opens for breakfast at 8 a.m. each day and stays open until the Museum closes. Treat Mom to a meal, coffee, dessert, or a glass of wine. Click here for more.

Fine Art + Food Trucks
Cullen Sculpture Garden offers a curated selection of Houston's finest food trucks every day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Click here for details.