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NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale News
Covered in Time and History: The Films of Ana Mendieta Art Talk and Opening Reception
Covered in Time and History: The Films of Ana Mendieta presents the largest number of artist Ana Mendieta’s films seen together in the U.S. Until now, many of Mendieta’s films have had only limited exposure. One of the most influential Cuban-American artists of post-World War II era, Mendieta’s synthesis of…
Artists from The Glimmerglass Festival will perform musical selections celebrating film, fashion and iconic inspirational women in a concert specially curated for the exhibition Bellissima: Italy and High Fashion 1945-1968. In addition to musical selections contemporary to the period of the exhibition, the program will include the thoroughly modern musings…
Exhibition Opening: Revolution of the Eye : Modern Art and the Birth of American Television
Revolution of the Eye: Modern Art and the Birth of American Television. This is the first exhibition to explore how avant-garde art influenced and shaped the look and content of network television in its formative years from the late 1940s to the mod-1970s, a period when its pioneers adopted modernism…
Mini Muse for children: The Indestructible Lee Miller, Oct. 17
On Oct. 17 – a Family education program for children ages 5 – 10. Children will tour the exhibition The Indestructible Lee Miller, learn about Miller’s life and work and create their own Polaroid images inspired by this renowned 20th century photographer. Space is limited; preregistration required. RSVP: email moareservations@moafl.org or…
NSU Series: Steven N. Gold, Ph.D., Oct. 18
Depictions of Psychological Trauma in Fine Art: Expressing the Inexpressible, talk by NSU’s Trauma Resolution & Integration Program Director, Steven N. Gold, Ph.D. on Oct. 18. He will discuss the psychological impact of trauma and its expression in art. NSU Series is a series of lectures and performances featuring Nova…
Family Day: Art and Technology, Sept. 26
Join NSU Art Museum and Broward County Main Library on Sept. 26 to learn ways in which artists use technology in their practice. Join museum educators for technology-inspired art workshops, the Broward County Main Library Youth Services department for an art and technology story time and Broward County Sheriff’s Office…
Art Fallout – Celebrating National Arts & Humanities Month
The community is invited to connect with 20 of Fort Lauderdale’s art venues during this free, annual Art Fallout event celebrating National Arts and Humanities Month. Free admission to NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale’s exhibitions. The Museum Café will feature 2-for-1 wine and beer and light bites. Patrons may park in Broward…
Cinderella’s Breeches and a Countess’s Gown: Curatorial Narratives of Women, War and Dress, a talk by curator, fashion historian and author, Amy de la Haye, joint director of the research center for fashion curation, University of the Arts, London. Free with museum admission. RSVP: email moareservations@moafl.org or 954-262-0204. Sponsored by…
Exhibition Opening: The Indestructible Lee Miller
The Indestructible Lee Miller, considers the life and work of preeminent American photographer Lee Miller from three perspectives: as the as the favored model of leading photographers including Edward Steichen and Arnold Genthe during the 1920s; as the assistant, collaborator and muse of surrealist artist Man Ray in the 1930s;…
Jerome is an aspiring artist who arrives at a prestigious East Coast art institute to study. While Jerome enjoys daydreams of becoming the best-respected painter on Earth and winning the hearts of his female classmates, he soon learns the sad truth – his “cool artist” act is old hat in…
Mini Muse is a monthly education program for children 5 – 10 years old. Join us to make memories with your family as you tour the exhibition From Within and Without: The History of Haitian Photography. Learn about the history of Haiti through photographs in the exhibition and create your…
Selebre Jou de Fanmi/ Celebrate Family Day at NSU Art Museum! Explore the exhibition From Within and Without: The History of Haitian Photography, participate in Haitian inspired art workshops, move your feet to the Kompa beat and “¿cric? crac!” and learn the art of Haitian folklore and storytelling. Free with…
Film and Art Talk: La Belle Vie: The Good Life
La Belle Vie: The Good Life is a story about a Haitian – American filmmaker, Rachelle Salnave’s journey to discover her Haitian roots by examining the complexities if the Haitian society as it pertains to the overall political and economic dichotomy in Haiti. Using her own personal family stories interconnected…
Explore red, white and rose wines from the Trinchero Family Estates with Caroline Gardner. Learn the art of food and wine pairings at this fun event. $40; $25 for Members at Patron level and above. Explore the museum’s galleries at 5pm; tastings begin at 6pm. Limited space; advanced tickets required….
Read Between the Wines: Create Dangerously
Join the museum’s discussion group in discussing Edwidge Danticat’s “Create Dangerously: The Immigrant Artist at Work”. Book description: In this deeply personal book, the celebrated Haitian-American writer, Edwidge Danticat, reflects on art and exile. Inspired by Albert Camus and adapted from her own lectures for Princeton University’s Toni Morrison Lecture…
The NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale will begin offering FREE admission to the public every Thursday night starting July 2 from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Patrons are invited to come experience breathtaking exhibitions, thought-provoking lectures and fascinating films. The Museum Café will also be featuring two for one beer…
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale to Unify its Education Programs and Expand Outreach to Community
Photo credit: Steven Brooke NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale recently implemented a new comprehensive education program that consolidates all of its education programs into its main building at One East Las Olas Boulevard and greatly expands its outreach to the community. The Studio School has been located at its address,…
Mini Muse: Haitian Metal Sculpture
Mini Muse is a monthly education program for children 5 – 10 years old. Join us on to make memories with your family as you tour the exhibition From Within and Without: The History of Haitian Photography. Learn about the art of Haitian metal sculpture and the symbolism of this…
Tea & Opera at the NSU Art Museum, March 17
March 17 at 2:30 – 4 pm Enjoy a cup of tea or a glass of wine in our Café, which will set the stage for a performance by the Florida Grand Opera (FGO). FGO’s Young Artists will present “Art Inspired Song,” a program reflecting thematic and time period components…
Film: The Life and Times of Frida Kahlo, March 12
March 12 at 3 & 6 pm The extraordinary life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is explored in relation to the full spectrum of the historical and cultural influences that created her. The Life and Times of Frida Kahlo examines the 20th-century icon who became an international sensation in…