Mark your calendars for April 8, 2024, to witness the most spectacular celestial event of the decade—the solar Eclipse. Dallas will be the largest city in the path of totality, where the moon will completely obscure the sun for nearly 4.5 minutes during this once-in-a-lifetime Great North American Eclipse. The Eclipse will be visible across North America, with the path of totality passing through Texas. If you're in Dallas, you can attend some fantastic events to witness this awe-inspiring event. Remember to take proper safety precautions when viewing the Eclipse and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience! Keep in mind, it won't happen again until February 25, 2317! What is a Solar Eclipse? Learn more about The Solar Eclipse: Solar Eclipse insight from Dr. Jeff Rich, Astronomer and Outreach Coordinator, and Dr. John Mulchaey, Deputy for Science of Carnegie Science. Eye safety for viewing The Solar Eclipse: Here are the best events in Dallas, Texas, where you … [Read more...]
Free Community Event at the Dallas Museum of Art: Afro-Atlantic Histories
The Dallas Museum of Art is hosting a Free Community Day event called Afro-Atlantic Histories, which will be presented by Arthur Primas this weekend. The event is scheduled for Sunday, January 14, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission to the DMA's special exhibition, Afro-Atlantic Histories, will be FREE for all visitors on Sunday, January 14. So, bring your family and friends to explore the diverse visual cultures that retell the many stories of the Afro-Atlantic. You can also explore all of the museum's exhibitions on this day. You do not need to book tickets in advance. Visit the Guest Services Desk when you arrive. The Afro-Atlantic Histories exhibition is co-organized by the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and the Museu de Arte de São Paulo, in collaboration with the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. The exhibition was curated by the Museu de Arte de São Paulo by Adriano Pedrosa, Artistic Director; Ayrson Heráclito, Curator; Hélio … [Read more...]
Arts and Letters: Live Spring 2023 Lineup
Featuring Gabrielle Zevin, Colson Whitehead, Abraham Verghese, and more! The Dallas Museums of Art's Arts & Letters Live is a literary and performing arts series featuring award-winning authors and performers of regional, national, and international acclaim. This year's spring lineup of authors includes Colson Whitehead, Abraham Verghese, and more. … [Read more...]