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Second Nature: Contemporary Landscapes from the MFAH Collection

Among the renowned artists showcased are Ansel Adams, Ed Ruscha, Mungo Thomson, and James Turrell.

Patron-Plus Members Lecture “Beauty and Ritual: Judaica from the Jewish Museum, New York”

Plan Your Visit This lecture takes place in Brown Auditorium Theater in the Law Building, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis. As a courtesy to all guests, there is no saved seating. . • Parking Information• MFAH Campus Map Related Preview Events for This Exhibition Patron-Plus Members ReceptionWednesday, July 6, 6 p.m. More Info Patron-Plus Members Early ViewingFriday, July 8, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. FoundationHelaine and David LaneRosalyn and Barry MargolisSuzanne MillerLainie Gordon and David MincbergJean MintzCarol and David NeubergerEsther and Gary PollandThe Radoff FamilyLeslie and Russ RobinsonGlen RosenbaumJoan SchnitzerSusan and Ed

Buddha | Nature: Five Dialogues on Our Shared World

Plan Your Visit This exhibition is located on the Lower Level of the Beck Building. Buddha / Nature: Five Dialogues on Our Shared World traces a path through Buddhist wisdom using both ancient sculpture and contemporary art to illuminate the ecological and ethical questions of our time. Five remarkable works from the Xuzhou Collection, on long-term loan to the Museum since 2021, anchor the exhibition and appear for the first time in a fully contemporary setting at the MFAH.  

The Right Stuff

Air Force test pilots (Scott Glenn, Ed Harris, Dennis Quaid, Sam Shepard) are chosen as the bravest, the best, and the most daring—the men with “the right stuff.” Generous support has been provided by the Foundation for Independent Media Arts. Underwriting for the Film Department is provided by Tenaris, The June Leaf and Robert Frank Foundation, and the Vaughn Foundation. Generous funding is provided by The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea; Nina and Michael Zilkha; Lois Chiles; Foundation for Independent Media Arts; Franci Neely; Carrin Patman and Jim Derrick; Ms.

Happy Anniversary! ICAA’s Documents Project Website Celebrates Four Years

Jan 11, 2016 - It’s hard to believe that four years have passed since we initially made 2,500 documents from Argentina, Mexico, and the American Midwest available online. Every one of the 7,000 (and counting) primary texts now available on our site reflects a fundamental spirit of camaraderie and a commitment to a team-based approach that, together, define the core values of the ICAA’s Documents The portal has had a transformational impact on the field of Latin American and Latino visual culture, becoming the principal source for research materials from this emergent field.

Light up Your Life with “Electrifying Design”

Apr 28, 2021 - Each section—Typologies, The Bulb, and Quality of Light—has moments of pure, alchemic wonder as well as works that frame our understanding of the field.” Light up Your HomeShop designer lights in the MFA Shop online, where you’ll also find the illustrated exhibition catalogue and specially curated, art-inspired gift items. Shop the Show Make Your Own Works of ArtTry your hand at these light-inspired art-making activities for the whole family with step-by-step activity guides and how-to videos.

Spring Break

For additional information, and to order by phone, call 713-639-7360. Shop Online Cafe Leonelli at MFAHEnjoy traditional Italian cuisine in a friendly and relaxed environment.

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Lecture | “Printy” Bouquets: The Legacy of Furber’s Flowers

Plan Your Visit Admission is free. For more information, or to reserve a seat for the lecture, email [email protected] or call 713.639.7762. To attend the lecture online, register via Zoom. In October 2024, she opened the exhibit Celebrity in Print at the Art Museums at Colonial Williamsburg which explores how the 18th century English market for portrait prints played a role in the genesis of our modern concept of Libbey Oliver is the former manager of floral and Christmas decorations for the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.

Virtual Art Encounters “Seeing and Creating Lines”

Nov 18, 2020 - Our inspiration for “Seeing and Creating Lines” comes from one of the thematic installations in the new Kinder Building: Line into Space, which showcases sculpture, printmaking, painting, and drawing. To participate in person, visit Lawndale’s sculpture garden—more on that in a minute. Both experiences are appropriate for all ages and skill sets. How does this program connect with the MFAH art collections? About the ProgramLed by artists and inspired by art, Virtual Art Encounters brings the Museum’s popular studio-style art project online. Art Encounters receives generous support from Learning Ninjas. 

Comprehensive Survey of Works by Sculptor Ron Mueck Opens at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, in February 2017

Jan 19, 2017 - Assembled from public and private collections around the world, the exhibition focuses on Mueck’s treatment of the stages of life, and addresses our collective fascination with the nature of physical existence and the ambiguity “At first glance, his work seems to be part of our every-day experience. The MFAH is also home to the Glassell School of Art and its acclaimed Core Residency Program and Junior and Studio Schools; and the International Center for the Arts of the Americas (ICAA), a leading research institute for 20th-century