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

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.

The Whistlers (3)

Movie Night with MFAH Films “The Whistlers,” “Vitalina Varela” & “CatVideoFest” April 13, 2020

Now screening in your living room: This season’s selections from MFAH Films, curated by the film department. Next up: three new releases.

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.

Bayou Bend Mobile Tour | home screen

A (Virtual) Stroll through Bayou Bend April 11, 2020

Get the inside scoop on the mobile tour of Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens.

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.” 

And Then We Danced

Movie Night with MFAH Films “And Then We Danced” April 6, 2020

Originally scheduled to screen in Brown Auditorium Theater, And Then We Danced premieres in the new MFAH series of virtual films.