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Current exhibitions

Mar 3–Aug 1, 2021

N2020: Community Reflections

Feb 5–May 2, 2021

Picasso. Figures

Feb 5–May 2, 2021

Liliana Porter:
Man with Axe and Other Stories

Jan 8, 2021–Jan 9, 2022

A Landmark Repurposed: From Post Office to Art Museum

Don't Miss the Picasso Exhibition!

We’re kicking off our 20th anniversary with Picasso. Figures, an exhibition from the incomparable collection of the Musée national Picasso-Paris. The exhibition offers an in-depth look at Pablo Picasso’s career-long fascination with the human figure as a means of expressing a range of subjects and emotions. Featuring approximately 75 paintings, works on paper, and sculptures, Picasso. Figures makes its exclusive U.S. appearance at the Frist through May 2.

Advance timed entry tickets are required and include admission into all exhibitions on view the day of your visit.

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New Temporary Schedule

The museum is currently open four days a week—Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday—and closes at 5:30 p.m. each day. Martin ArtQuest (MAQ) is open from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on the days the museum is open. You may obtain MAQ tickets at Guest Services upon arrival based on availability. Space is limited.

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Mar 4

Frist at Home: Picasso. Figures

Thursday, March 4, 1:30–2:00 p.m.

Free; registration required
Presented on Zoom

Join us wherever you are for a Frist at Home online tour—a closer look at some of the art currently at the museum. Spend thirty minutes in the company of our docents and other art-lovers. This conversation will focus on Picasso. Figures. Read More
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Mar 5

Rethinking the Boundaries of Western American Art

Friday, March 5, 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Presented on Zoom; registration required

Join Thomas Brent Smith, director and curator, Petrie Institute of Western American Art at the Denver Art Museum for a discussion about rethinking the boundaries of western American art with a consideration for artistic merit rather than historical authenticity. Read More
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Mar 11

Frist at Home: Creating the American West in Art

Thursday, March 11, 1:30–2:00 p.m.

Free; registration required
Presented on Zoom

Join us wherever you are for a Frist at Home online tour—a closer look at some of the art currently at the museum. Spend thirty minutes in the company of our docents and other art-lovers. This conversation will focus on Creating the American West in Art. Read More
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Mar 18

Frist at Home: Picasso. Figures

Thursday, March 18, 1:30–2:00 p.m.

Free; registration required
Presented on Zoom

Join us wherever you are for a Frist at Home online tour—a closer look at some of the art currently at the museum. Spend thirty minutes in the company of our docents and other art-lovers. This conversation will focus on Picasso. Figures. Read More
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Mar 25

Frist at Home: Picasso. Figures

Thursday, March 25, 1:30–2:00 p.m.

Free; registration required
Presented on Zoom

Join us wherever you are for a Frist at Home online tour—a closer look at some of the art currently at the museum. Spend thirty minutes in the company of our docents and other art-lovers. This conversation will focus on Picasso. Figures. Read More
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Mar 25

Conversation: Looking at Bodies in Picasso’s Art

Thursday, March 25, 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Free; registration required; presented on Zoom

Look closely at works from the exhibition Picasso. Figures during this conversation on Zoom. Join art historians Leonard Folgarait and Amy Von Lintel as they present their perspectives and respond to each other’s interpretations of select paintings and sculptures from the exhibition. Participants will be invited to contribute to the dialogue by sharing their thoughts as well. Read More
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Apr 1

Educator Workshop: Creating the American West in Art

Thursday, April 1, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 3, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Registration required
Location: Studio and Upper-Level Galleries

During this workshop, explore the nuances of the complex American West, including its vibrant cultural and artistic diversity. Participate in a tour, spend time on your own in the galleries, receive teaching materials, discuss curriculum connections, and participate in art-making activities. Read More
Apr 8

Art History Course: Picasso and Modernism

Thursday, April 8, 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Registration required; presented on Zoom

Learn more about European modernism, Pablo Picasso’s contributions to the artistic movement, and his lasting influence on Western art history in this three-part course presented on Zoom. Read More
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