Learn with local artists as they lead informal basic drawing classes in the galleries. This free class is open to adults at all skill levels—just bring a sketchbook and pencils. Registration is not required, but participants should sign in at the information desk. The December session will be led by Francisco Josue Alvarado Araujo.
*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED*
Join us for a virtual watercolor class designed for all ages January 16. Click here for more information.
Each Drawing from the Collection for Children session is led by an artist who takes participants through informal drawing exercises in relation to works in the Modern’s galleries. The December session will be led by artist Michelle Justice. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Bring a sketchbook and pencils. Attendance is limited, so early arrival is encouraged. A sign-up sheet is located at the information desk.
Offered as a benefit of Modern Associate Members and above, Art 101 is a complimentary lecture series designed to strengthen your connection to the Museum and broaden your knowledge of modern and contemporary art and architecture.
Hear a brief history of the Modern’s architecture and how it evolved to the existing Tadao Ando–designed building. See historic images and hear from experts in their field about how Ando’s design for the Modern has inspired and influenced their work over the past two decades.
4-6 pm
5 pm performance by the Fort Worth Opera Lesley Resident Artists in the Grand Lobby
Free for Modern members at the Associate level ($150) and above, and their children or grandchildren
Celebrate the season at a family-friendly gathering featuring sweet treats and holiday fun!
Join us for First Friday at the Modern. We are ready to welcome you back to enjoy an evening of art and music.
Ages 9-12
$20 per session; $15 for members
This program for children takes a closer look at the contemporary art in this season's FOCUS exhibition of work by artist Frances Stark. Students spend time in the galleries looking and talking about the work before proceeding to the studio for an art activity and further discussion. Sign up early; space is limited. For more information, please call 817.840.2121.
Written and directed by the Coen brothers, this wacky farce tells the tale of a greedy executive (Paul Newman) who hopes to take control of the company he works for by purchasing a majority share—but he must first devalue the stock. To further his plan, he convinces the board to appoint a know-nothing recent graduate (Tim Robbins), but the plot backfires when the new guy’s latest invention succeeds.
PG; 111 minutes
“Joanna Hogg's film is a work of understated warmth, profound emotional complexity, and eminently British dry humor.” Pat Brown, Slant Magazine
In the aftermath of her tumultuous relationship with a charismatic but manipulative older man, Julie begins to untangle her fraught love for him by making her graduation film and sorting fact from his elaborately constructed fiction.
R; 106 minutes
Using unexpected canvases, the artist JR intends to give a global voice to everyday people through a genre-blending combination of public art, photography, and large-format spectacle.
94 minutes
