Newton and Helen Harrison, a collaborative team often referred to simply as "the Harrisons," are among the leading pioneers of the eco-art movement. They have worked for almost 40 years with biologists, ecologists, architects, urban planners, and other artists to collectively initiate promising dialogue to uncover ideas and solutions which support biodiversity and community development.
Gustavo Artigas, an artist born in Mexico City, where he continues to live, engages in social and institutional critique with accessible, poetic works that sometimes call for actual participation and always elicit a stance or at least a personal inquisition from viewers. Through various models such as games and polls, Artigas explores how abstract notions like borders and social contracts affect reality. Rules of the Game, 2000, and Vote for Demolition.
Sundays with the Modern offers unique perspectives on the Museum’s architecture, permanent collection, and special exhibitions. Artists, art historians, critics, writers, and architects hold conversations and lead tours in the galleries. This special program is free and begins at 1 pm on the first Sunday of most months.
Sundays with the Modern offers unique perspectives on the Museum’s architecture, permanent collection, and special exhibitions. Artists, art historians, critics, writers, and architects hold conversations and lead tours in the galleries.
