Inside the MFAH Archive for 2020
“Inside the MFAH” provides perspectives, conversations, and opinions from insiders at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
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Contemporary Artist Carmen Herrera: Reading between the Lines October 26, 2020
Celebrate the exhibition Carmen Herrera: Structuring Surfaces with Lines of Sight, a literary exploration of the life and work of Cuban-born contemporary artist Carmen Herrera.
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Take a Virtual Tour of “Glory of Spain” with the Curator October 25, 2020
Enjoy a one-on-one tour of Glory of Spain: Treasures from the Hispanic Society Museum & Library led by James Anno, associate curator of European art.
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Virtual Cinema | Spotlight on an Italian Duo October 21, 2020
The spotlight shines on contemporary Italian cinema with two new films: the comedic charmer Citizens of the World and the gorgeous epic Martin Eden.
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Art-Inspired Activity Book for Families: Antiquities October 20, 2020
Enjoy family time with a museum twist! Families can create and discover together with this printable book inspired by the MFAH collection of antiquities.
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Virtual Cinema | Long-Lost Documentary “Nationtime” October 18, 2020
In 1972, politicians, activists, and artists from every state gathered at the National Black Political Convention to forge a national unity platform in advance of the presidential conventions.
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Virtual Cinema | The Compelling Drama “Beau Travail” October 17, 2020
An intense character study set amid the French Foreign Legion, Beau Travail features magnificent cinematography, a sweeping musical score, and one of the most unexpected endings of any film.
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Rienzi Gallery Talk | Chinese Export Porcelain for the Mexican Market October 13, 2020
Porcelain objects at Rienzi tell the story of the trade relationship between China and New Spain in the 17th and 18th centuries.
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MFAH Playdate (At Home): Fun in the Garden October 12, 2020
Enjoy some garden-inspired fun with your little ones, inspired by the exhibition Glory of Spain and the MFAH collection of decorative arts, craft, and design.
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Virtual Cinema | A Nostalgic Look at Video Stores October 10, 2020
A new documentary pays tribute to the video store and its influence on pop culture.
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A Conversation about Cuisine & Culture October 7, 2020
Adán Medrano, chef and food writer, joins Misty Flores, assistant curator at Rienzi, to talk about Mexican American cuisine and culture.