I hope you had a fun and relaxing summer break! The school year has just begun, and we are looking forward to seeing you and your students here at the Museum. This will be an exceptional year for exhibitions as we celebrate Mexico’s bicentennial, investigate the meanings and functions of masks from several Sub-Saharan African countries, and explore French medieval sculptures from the tomb of John the Fearless.
Because we value you as educators, we are offering FREE admission with your educator ID on the following days this month: September 4, 5, 25, and 26. Below are additional opportunities to participate in programming designed for K-12 educators during September:
Arts of Mexico Teacher Workshop
Saturday, September 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Explore the arts of Mexico in the Museum’s collections and the historical significance of artworks and artists in the exhibitions José Guadalupe Posada: The Birth of Mexican Modernism and Tierra y Gente: Modern Mexican Works on Paper.
Late Night at the Dallas Museum of Art
Friday, September 17, 6:00 p.m. – midnight
Show your educator ID and get in FREE. Visit the Educator Resource table to register for door prizes and sign up for upcoming teacher programs.
African Masks: The Art of Disguise Teacher Workshop
Saturday, September 25, 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Experience the power and wonder of African Masks: The Art of Disguise. Investigate the functions and meanings of African masks and consider how they are used today.
Until next time….
Jenny Marvel
Manager of Programs and Resources for Teachers
