Calendar Week of Sunday, July 21, 2024-Saturday, July 27, 2024
Navigating the Waves: Contemporary Cuban Photography Through August 3, 2025
Showcasing 100 examples of contemporary Cuban photography, this exhibition traces the evolution of the medium’s role in Cuba over nearly five decades.
05 Oct Sat / 2024
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Saturday Members Tour | “150 Years of Design”
1 p.m.—2 p.m.MFAH members are invited on this tour of the exhibition 150 Years of Design: The AIA Houston Collection.
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Workshop | The Art of Paint Making
1 p.m.—4 p.m.SOLD OUT | See the transformative power of handmade paint. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind opportunity to use freshly created paint on clay boards, allowing for interactive exploration of color and texture.
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Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger
7 p.m.—9:15 p.m.In this new documentary, director Martin Scorsese celebrates his lifelong love affair with legendary filmmaking team Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger. Scorsese explores their collaboration and describes how deeply their films have influenced his own work.
06 Oct Sun / 2024
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Family Day at Rienzi | Celebrating Hispanic Culture
1 p.m.—5 p.m.Enjoy an afternoon of free, family-friendly fun at Rienzi with art, music, and engaging activities.
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Manhattan Short Film Festival 2024
2 p.m.—5 p.m.SOLD OUT | Vote for your favorite during this popular compilation of short films. Audiences around the world unite during the same week to see the work of the next generation of international filmmakers.
10 Oct Thu / 2024
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Drop-in Tour | Boxes, Containers, and Chests
1:30 p.m.—2:30 p.m.This tour explores the Museum’s vast array of boxes, containers, jars, chests, and coffers.
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Teacher Workshop | Maximizing Your Teacher-Guided Visits
5 p.m.—6:30 p.m.This Hearst Foundation workshop helps teachers maximize their Museum visits.
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Art Bites | British Paintings from the Blaffer Foundation
6 p.m.—6:30 p.m.A little art can go a long way! Visit the galleries for a snippet of art appreciation.
11 Oct Fri / 2024
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Tour | Artwork of the Month “Barbat Lute”
1:30 p.m.—2:30 p.m.On this guided tour, learn about Barbat Lute.
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Happy Hour Friday
5 p.m.—8 p.m.Happy Hour Friday is the place to be! Meet your friends at the MFAH for the best night of the week.