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 March session will be led by artist Diane Durant. 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.
Director’s Council members are invited to an artist talk and reception with Jamal Cyrus and Associate Curator Alison Hearst. For more information about the Director’s Council click here.
Supporting Circles members are invited for a personal look at Kinfolk House, hosted by artists and founders Letitia and Sedrick Huckaby. Reception immediately following onsite; transportation provided. Space is limited, and reservations are required. To make reservations or to learn more, please email the membership department here.
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McIntyre Vineyards Wine Dinner
Please indicate Wine Dinner in the ‘special request’ field.
This short, 20-minute tour is narrowly focused on a single theme and is the perfect break from the First Friday action of the Grand Lobby. This month's tour is "A Personal Perspective: New Acquisitions by Two Texas Artists," and will focus on the work of Jammie Holmes and Vincent Valdez The tour starts at the information desk. Gallery admission is free on Friday.
Join us for First Friday at the Modern. We invite you to enjoy an evening of art and music.
This film chronicles the history of the first US African American public high school rowing team, composed of young men from the West Side of Chicago, many of whom were in rival gangs. The film is narrated by Common, directed by filmmaker and Olympic rower Mary Mazzio, and produced by NBA athletes Grant Hill and Dwyane Wade along with 9th Wonder who also did the hip-hop score for the film.
For Aline Dieu, nothing in the world matters more than music, family, and love. Her powerful and emotional voice captivates everyone who hears it, including successful manager Guy-Claude Kamar, who resolves to do everything in his power to make her a star. As Aline climbs from local phenomenon to bestselling recording artist to international superstar, she embarks on the two great romances of her life: one with the decades-older Guy-Claude and the other with her adoring audiences.
