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Event Series Theaster Gates: The Gift and The Renege

Theaster Gates: The Gift and The Renege

Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (CAMH) 5216 Montrose, Houston, TX, United States

Theaster Gates: The Gift and The Renege presents work by the acclaimed Chicago-based artist, featuring large-scale paintings, sculptures, and installations that highlight the seen and unseen dynamics of Freedmen’s Town in Houston’s Fourth Ward. Throughout his career, Theaster Gates has soulfully elevated our understanding of Black labor, materials, place, and community to revitalize underrecognized neighborhoods […]

Free
Event Series Abstraction after Modernism: Recent Acquisitions

Abstraction after Modernism: Recent Acquisitions

The Menil Collection 1533 Sul Ross Street, Houston, TX, United States

"Abstraction after Modernism: Recent Acquisitions" highlights work made by succeeding generations of artists who forged new paths in their approaches to non-representational art. The exhibition brings together acquisitions made by the Menil over the past fifteen years, including work by Agnes Denes, Suzan Frecon, Sam Gilliam, Ellsworth Kelly, Rick Lowe, and Richard Serra.

Free

Open Studio & Artist Market

MEIVE - Gallery & Studio 1520 Center St #1, Houston, TX, United States

The fully evolved UNBOUND space will be available for viewers to experience as the residency comes to a close. An artist market consisting of products & services offered by collaborating artists will be available for viewers to shop.

Free
Event Series When You Invent the Ship, You Also Invent the Shipwreck

When You Invent the Ship, You Also Invent the Shipwreck

Throughline 3909 Main St, Houston, TX, United States

Throughline is pleased to present its fourth two-person collective member exhibition, “When You Invent the Ship, You Also Invent the Shipwreck,” with new work by artists Garland Fielder and Gabriel Martinez, opening Friday August 23, on view through September 21, 2024. Paintings, drawings, photography, and sculpture address threats humanity faces and the fear they engender. […]

Free
Event Series “From Plantation to Emancipation – The Freedom Experience” is a “Houston Signature Experience” by Visit Houston

“From Plantation to Emancipation – The Freedom Experience” is a “Houston Signature Experience” by Visit Houston

The Heritage Society 1100 Bagby, Houston, TX, United States

During your tour of three historic houses that tell Houston’s stories from plantation to emancipation, the talented actor brings the hardships of slavery and the victory of freedom to life in dramatic reenactments. The historical script was written by Martha Whiting-Goddard, Reverend Jack Yates’ great granddaughter, who lived in the Yates House that was relocated […]

$25

Artist Talk with Felicia Johnson

Online/Virtual Space

Artist Chat discussing the photo series “JuJu Strolling Thru” with the creative director of the project, Felicia Johnson August 24 1-3pm CST Live on Instagram @jujustrollingthru

Writing the Humorous Essay

Writespace 1907 Sabine Street Ste 125, Houston, TX

INSTRUCTOR: Doni Wilson TIME: Saturday, August 24, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. CDT PRICE: Early bird price: $45 for members, $60 for nonmembers. The deadline for early bird pricing is Sunday, August 18. After Sunday, August 18: $55 for members, $70 for nonmembers. Become a member here. Apply for a scholarship here. LOCATION: Writespace, 1907 Sabine […]

$45 – $70

Drop-In Experience | Write a Postcard

Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (CAMH) 5216 Montrose, Houston, TX, United States

Explore our current exhibitions then share your favorite part of the exhibition in a postcard to a friend. CAMH will mail out all postcards on your behalf. About Drop-In Experiences CAMH’s Drop-In Experiences feature instructions for hands-on activities and provide creative opportunities to experience current exhibitions in a unique and meaningful way. Drop-In Experiences are […]

Free

Inner Child in the Inner City

S.H.A.P.E. Community Center 3815 Live Oak, Houston, TX, United States

Small Emotional Intelligence workshop for parents and caregivers! 3903 ALMEDA RD. • HOUSTON, TX 77004

Event Series Funny Girl

Funny Girl

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts 800 Bagby Street, Houston, TX, United States

WELCOME TO MUSICAL COMEDY HEAVEN! Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, an updated book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, tap choreography by Ayodele Casel, choreography by Ellenore Scott, and direction from Michael Mayer, this love letter to the theatre […]

$35 – $180

Happy Birthday Houston – Celebrate Our City’s 188th

The Heritage Society 1100 Bagby, Houston, TX, United States

Happy Birthday Houston! The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park and Mister McKinney of Mister McKinney’s Historic Houston celebrates Houston’s 188th Birthday on Saturday, August 26, 2024, with free activities all day as described below. Mayor Whitmire and Council Members have been invited to cut the cake around 3:30 PM. Special guests include the League […]

Free
Event Series Ripley Prescott: Improvised Horror Movie

Ripley Prescott: Improvised Horror Movie

Company OnStage 5720 Bellaire Blvd Suite G, Houston, TX, United States

Prepare yourself for a first of its kind performance! Ripley Prescott is a completely improvised horror movie created right in front of you from Company OnStage and Pronoia Theater. Step into the unknown as our talented cast creates a terrifyingly original story right before your eyes, with every twist and turn sure to drag shrieks […]

$15