Programs for Adults

Lectures, Performances, Workshops

The Museum offers a wide range of lectures, guided tours, gallery talks, concerts, readings, performances, and symposia throughout the year.

Events & Programs for Adults Citywide African American Artists Exhibition MFAH Speakers Bureau Programs at Bayou Bend Programs at Rienzi

Tours

Take a closer look at works of art with one of these gallery programs led by knowledgeable Museum staff.

Gallery Tours Audio Tours Exclusive Tours Members Tours Group Tours Gallery Programs for Visitors with Disabilities

MFAH Book Clubs

Art, history, and literature meet at the MFAH! Our book clubs link works of literature to art and American & European history.

MFAH Book Club Tours History Book Club at Bayou Bend & Rienzi

Sketching & Photography Programs

Hone your skills! The MFAH, Bayou Bend, and Rienzi present opportunities to practice drawing or photography. Many of these programs are ongoing. 

Check mfah.org/calendar for the latest information about events, including exceptions or changes to regular schedules. Please note that Rienzi is closed in the month of August.

Sketching in the Gardens of Bayou Bend | Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Photography in the Gardens of Bayou Bend | Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. First Saturday Sketch at Rienzi | First Saturdays, 10 a.m.–12 noon Sunday Garden Photography at Rienzi | Sundays, 1–4:30 p.m.