The Kimbell Art Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary on October 4. On that day in 1972, the Kimbell opened the Louis I. Kahn Building to great acclaim, a building that is widely regarded as one of the most important architectural masterpieces of the 20th century.
Anniversary celebrations begin with a day full of special programming on October 4, including birthday cake, permanent collection and exhibition tours, and more. Museum members will receive a special discount on selected items in the Museum Shops, plus a free gift (while supplies last).
From October 4-8, visitors can enjoy free admission to the special exhibition Murillo: "From Heaven to Earth."
There will also be Family Festival & Celebration on October 8, where visitors can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including sensory tours for kids, architecture and artist films, and sketching in the galleries, plus special performances from community partners. Musician Abraham Alexander will put on a special performance during the festival.
The Kimbell Art Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary on October 4. On that day in 1972, the Kimbell opened the Louis I. Kahn Building to great acclaim, a building that is widely regarded as one of the most important architectural masterpieces of the 20th century.
Anniversary celebrations begin with a day full of special programming on October 4, including birthday cake, permanent collection and exhibition tours, and more. Museum members will receive a special discount on selected items in the Museum Shops, plus a free gift (while supplies last).
From October 4-8, visitors can enjoy free admission to the special exhibition Murillo: "From Heaven to Earth."
There will also be Family Festival & Celebration on October 8, where visitors can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including sensory tours for kids, architecture and artist films, and sketching in the galleries, plus special performances from community partners. Musician Abraham Alexander will put on a special performance during the festival.
The Kimbell Art Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary on October 4. On that day in 1972, the Kimbell opened the Louis I. Kahn Building to great acclaim, a building that is widely regarded as one of the most important architectural masterpieces of the 20th century.
Anniversary celebrations begin with a day full of special programming on October 4, including birthday cake, permanent collection and exhibition tours, and more. Museum members will receive a special discount on selected items in the Museum Shops, plus a free gift (while supplies last).
From October 4-8, visitors can enjoy free admission to the special exhibition Murillo: "From Heaven to Earth."
There will also be Family Festival & Celebration on October 8, where visitors can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including sensory tours for kids, architecture and artist films, and sketching in the galleries, plus special performances from community partners. Musician Abraham Alexander will put on a special performance during the festival.