Inside the MFAH
“Inside the MFAH” provides perspectives, conversations, and opinions from insiders at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
Tradition & Continuity: The Wedding Procession of “Peacock in the Desert” June 12, 2018
Brides brought their culture to the princely kingdom of Marwar-Jodhpur for centuries. Peacock in the Desert: The Royal Arts of Jodhpur, India shows the spectacle and splendor of the tradition of wedding processions.
What to See & Do during Latin Wave 13 April 16, 2018
MFAH Films curator Marian Luntz shares tips on making the most of Latin Wave 13, the Museum’s biggest film festival of the year. (Hint: Special guests!)
MFAH Films Brings India to the Big Screen April 13, 2018
To celebrate the exhibition Peacock in the Desert: The Royal Arts of Jodhpur, India, MFAH Films is screening dramas, documentaries, and more that highlight Indian stories and creators. I’ve gained a new appreciation not only for film, but also for my own Indian culture.
Tips for Visitors on the Autism Spectrum April 10, 2018
Preparing for your visit a few days in advance can help you have the most enjoyable experience possible. We hope these tips are useful!
Slowing Down at the MFAH: Celebrate Slow Art Day! April 5, 2018
Slow Art Day—which takes place on April 14, 2018—is an opportunity to allowing yourself the time to make new discoveries.
Claude Cahun: “La Garçonne” in the Hirsch Library March 29, 2018
French artist Claude Cahun experimented with—and rewrote—the complexities of gender roles and identity.
Looking at “Art of the Islamic Worlds” in a Digital Exhibition February 22, 2018
This summer I saw sights and wonders of the Islamic worlds, from Iran’s Safavid dynasty (1501–1736) to India’s Mughal empire (1526–1857). I experienced magnificent architecture and lush gardens, and read beautiful calligraphic texts—all from my desk at the MFAH.
A Valentine’s Day Guide to Meddling Gods & Broken Hearts February 12, 2018
Although the Museum boasts many works of art celebrating the beauty and joy of love, the collections also include quite a few classically inspired paintings and sculptures highlighting tales of gods and goddesses behaving badly.
Love, Longing & Desire in “Bestowing Beauty” February 2, 2018
Love is one of the most celebrated subjects in art. The universal desire for the deepest form of human connection also finds expression in the Persian art and literature highlighted in Bestowing Beauty: Masterpieces from Persian Lands.
Sight, Sound & Cinematic Motion: The Mary Ellen Bute Retrospective at MFAH Films January 26, 2018
Houstonian Mary Ellen Bute (1906–1983) isn’t a household name, so we at MFAH Films are happy to be teaming up with Aurora Picture Show and the Center for Visual Music to showcase Bute’s remarkable talents for her hometown audience.
