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Happy Thanksgiving! Curatorial Picks for the Holiday

Nov 17, 2017 - I am reminded of all that our culture owes to the original peoples of the Americas. See what some of our curators say about works of art that evoke similar traditions and values around the world. —Helga Aurisch, curator, European art   Korean, White Porcelain Jar, 18th century, National Museum of Korea Moon jars, which get that name because of their shape, were often used to hold food or alcohol, and lots of

Patron-Plus Members Curatorial Lecture & Reception | "Buddha | Nature"

Plan Your Visit The curatorial lecture takes place in Lynn Wyatt Theater. Capacity is limited, and seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 4:30 pm. MFAH members at the Patron, Supporting, Sponsor, Benefactor, and Leadership Circle levels are invited to this exclusive curatorial lecture about the exhibition of Buddha | Nature: Five Dialogues on Our Shared World with Hao Sheng “Buddha | Nature: Five Dialogues on Our Shared World” is organized by the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and dedicated to the memory of Mr. Robert Hung Ngai Ho (1932–2025).  Major support is provided by: Jerold B.

Looking Together

Jul 25, 2014 - See our list of programs and services. A community has emerged in our Museum space that otherwise might not have. This accomplishment pushes our team forward as we think about the growth of “Looking Together.” “Looking Together” was launched six years ago at the request of one of our devoted participants and friends, Dr. Richard Taylor.

Black Gospel

Introduction by Young Ho Jung, Consul General of the Republic of Korea. Post-film Q&A with actor Yang Dong-geun moderated by Jaewook Kim, University of Houston. What follows is a journey of discovery for the friends and musicians Tickets $10 general admission (festival pricing); $8 MFAH members, students with ID, seniors (65+) Plan Your Visit This screening takes place in Brown Auditorium Parking Information | Museum Hours | MFAH Campus Map Generous support has been provided by the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Houston. Community partner: Korean American Society of Houston

Virtual Cinema | Signs of the Times: “Cinetracts ’20”

Nov 7, 2020 - “I discovered that the real virus in our society is social inequality and racism.” Generous funding is provided by Nina and Michael Zilkha; The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea; Franci Neely; Carrin Patman and Jim Derrick; Lynn S.

Virtual Cinema Goes Dystopian with “The Hole”

Oct 6, 2020 - Generous funding is provided by Nina and Michael Zilkha; The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea; Franci Neely; Carrin Patman and Jim Derrick; Lynn S. Internationally celebrated filmmaker Tsai Ming-Liang’s dystopian vision is a truly memorable movie that resonates for our times.  The Hole WATCH HERE Your ticket ($8) supports the MFAH and provides a 3-day pass to the film.

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Continues Collection Series with “Statements: African American Art from the Museum’s Collection”

Jan 20, 2016 - “In 1950 the Museum awarded John Biggers the purchase prize at our 25th Annual Houston Artists Exhibition for The Cradle, a monumental drawing that remains both the starting point and cornerstone of our African American collection Recent years have seen terrific new acquisitions of works by artists who have lived in our city; Dawolu Jabari Anderson, Trenton Doyle Hancock, and Mequitta Ahuja, to name only a few, have played a major role in giving our collection “The MFAH’s history of collecting African American art is closely tied to our immediate community,” Alison de Lima Greene added.

Creating “Big Bambú”: An interview with rock climber Katherine Tong

Jun 15, 2018 - I used to visit pretty much every Thursday to bring my grandma, and I’m a member now, too! But the group that constructed our summer installation, Mike + Doug Starn: Big Bambú, was up to the task—with some help from a few Houston-area rock climbers. I was so excited when the Starn brothers’ staff reached out to our rock-climbing club. I’ve been coming to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, since I was a kid.

Art Bites | British Paintings from the Blaffer Foundation

Visit the museum galleries for a snippet of art appreciation on our late nights. The focus of this Art Bite tour is on British paintings from the Sarah Campbell Blaffer Foundation. Plan Your Visit This tour is included with Museum admission. Meet your docent in the lobby of the Beck Building.

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