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“Inside the MFAH” provides perspectives, conversations, and opinions from insiders at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

Radical | installation shot 4

Gallery Video & Virtual Chat: Rediscover “Radical: Italian Design” April 22, 2020

Let’s get “Radical”! Rediscover the magnificence of the exhibition Radical: Italian Design 1965–1985, The Dennis Freedman Collection.

Glassell Workshop | Face Mask

At-Home Workshop: Making a Face Mask April 21, 2020

Looking for a practical at-home project? Make your own face mask with this how-to video and step-by-step instructions from the Glassell School of Art.

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Family Art Activity: Yarn-Weaving in Large Spaces April 20, 2020

Here’s an engaging in-home art activity the whole family will love. All you need is yarn and a room, and you’re in! 

Francis Bacon | GT at Podium

Close-Up: Francis Bacon’s Final Work April 16, 2020

MFAH Director Gary Tinterow discusses the profoundly influential artist Francis Bacon and the exhibition Late Paintings.

Berni - La sordidez (detail)

Let’s Make Monsters April 14, 2020

Make your own monster! Check out this hands-on art activity inspired by a monumental sculpture in the MFAH collection of Latin American art.

Bamileke - Chief’s Ceremonial Hat

Family Art Activity: Exploring African Beadwork April 12, 2020

Looking for in-home art activities? We have you covered! Check out this family-friendly art-making activity inspired by African beadwork.

Patrick Palmer headshot w/paintings

Meet the MFAH: Patrick Palmer, Dean of the Glassell Studio School April 9, 2020

Patrick Palmer talks about his years as a teacher and dean at the Glassell Studio School, the online courses just launched, his daily sketchbook, and his top five works of art in the MFAH collections.

Ugo La Pietra - “Poltroncina” Chair

Working from Home: 5 Tips on How to Stay Productive April 8, 2020

While you work from home, make the most of your time with these helpful productivity tips, inspired by design highlights from the MFAH collections.

Per Knutås, Head of Conservation

Care Like a Conservator: How to Preserve Your Treasures at Home April 7, 2020

At the Museum, we practice “preventative conservation” so that our common history can be passed on for generations to come. It’s something you can do, too.

blog post | ICAA | Con Safo

Origin Stories of Latin American and Latino Art, Shared through a Newly Expanded Online Archive April 7, 2020

The MFAH and its research institute, the International Center for the Arts of the Americas (ICAA), have launched the enhanced website and database for the landmark “Documents of Latin American & Latino Art Digital Archive.”