Calendar Week of Thursday, June 8, 2023-Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Masterpieces from the Pearlman Foundation Through September 17, 2023
The friendships in Paris between artists such as Cezanne, Degas, Van Gogh, and Manet—and the locations in which they worked individually—informed their artistic styles. Tickets include general …
08 Jun Thu / 2023
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Summer Break at the MFAH
11 a.m.—2 p.m.When school’s out, families are invited to enjoy gallery activities with teaching artists and experiment with a variety of materials to create art.
09 Jun Fri / 2023
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Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes
7 p.m.—8:30 p.m.This new documentary is a profound and expansive portrait of legendary jazz drummer, composer, bandleader, and activist Max Roach.
10 Jun Sat / 2023
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Studio Saturday at Rienzi
10 a.m.—NoonEnjoy Rienzi while you learn art fundamentals! Discover new techniques for drawing, sketching, and composition.
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Art Beyond Sight
Art Beyond Sight
11 a.m.—12:30 p.m.This free gallery program is designed for visitors who are blind or partially sighted.
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Installation view of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Masterpieces from the Pearlman Foundation.
Saturday Members Tour | “Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Masterpieces from the Pearlman Foundation”
11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m.MFAH members are invited to enjoy an inside look at the exhibition Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Masterpieces from the Pearlman Foundation.
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Members Event | Art-Making Activity for Families “Woven Wonders”
1 p.m.—4 p.m.MFAH members at the Family Level and above are invited to an art-making activity inspired by Woven Wonders: Indian Textiles from the Parpia Collection.
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MFAH Director Gary Tinterow
Conversations with the Director
5:30 p.m.—6:30 p.m.This discussion is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Woven Wonders: Indian Textiles from the Parpia Collection.
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The Cool World
7 p.m.—9 p.m.This landmark independent film directed by Shirley Clarke reflects the harsh realities of Harlem street life through the story of 15-year-old Duke and his gang.
11 Jun Sun / 2023
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MFAH on the Move | Bilingual Zumba
11 a.m.—NoonMeet up at the Museum for free Zumba on Sunday morning with FitMix Communities.
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Indian Coromandel Coast, Canopy or Hanging, 18th century, cotton, the Banoo and Jeevak Parpia Collection.
Opening Lecture | “Woven Wonders: Indian Textiles from the Parpia Collection”
2 p.m.—3 p.m.Explore the exhibition Woven Wonders: Indian Textiles from the Parpia Collection with the guest co-curator.
