March Events

Performances, talks, in-gallery programs, and more. [View in browser]( [The Met]( [Met News]( [Sight and Sound: Leon Botstein and The Orchestra Now—Debussy and Matisse: Creating New Colors]( MetLiveArts [Sight and Sound: Leon Botstein and The Orchestra Now—Debussy and Matisse: Creating New Colors]( Sunday, March 10, 2 pm The Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium Join Leon Botstein and The Orchestra Now as they discuss parallels between the technicolor art and music of early 1900s France, featuring music by Debussy. Tickets start at $35 ($30 + $5 fee). [Buy tickets now →]( [The Threads of Architecture with Sheila Hicks and Frida Escobedo]( MetSpeaks [The Threads of Architecture with Sheila Hicks and Frida Escobedo]( Friday, March 8, 6–7 pm The Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium Celebrate International Women's Day with fiber arts pioneer Sheila Hicks and Frida Escobedo, lead architect of The Met's new Oscar L. Tang and H. M. Agnes Hsu-Tang Wing for modern and contemporary art. In this talk, Hicks and Escobedo join Met curators to discuss their shared interests, including ancient and modern architecture, textile technologies, and their experiences of Mexico in connection with their respective practices. Presented in celebration of [Women's History Month]( and in conjunction with the exhibition [Weaving Abstraction in Ancient and Modern Art](. Free with Museum admission, though advance registration is required. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. [Register now →]( [Youth Poetry Reading at The Met Cloisters]( MetSpeaks [Youth Poetry Reading at The Met Cloisters]( Sunday, March 3, 1–2 pm Fuentidueña Chapel, The Met Cloisters Join youth poets from local creative writing organization Uptown Stories for a special reading of original poems inspired by the art and architecture of The Met Cloisters. Free with Museum admission; admission is pay as you wish for New York state residents, and free for children under 12 with an adult. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. [Learn more →]( [Toshi Reagon: Meaning and Memory—A Sonic Song Cycle through the Rooms]( MetCelebrates [Toshi Reagon: Meaning and Memory—A Sonic Song Cycle through the Rooms]( Saturday, March 2, 1–2 pm Meets in Gallery 131, The Temple of Dendur then continues through various galleries in the Museum Join Toshi Reagon, [The Met's 2020–2022 Civic Practice Partnership Artist in Residence](, and friends for a congregational song cycle. Gather in the Temple of Dendur for a sound and movement procession and then explore the sonic properties of several of the Museum's other spaces. Presented in celebration of [Women's History Month](. Free with Museum admission, though advanced registration is recommended. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. [Register now →]( [Art History Study Group—New York Art Worlds, 1870–1890]( MetStudies [Art History Study Group—New York Art Worlds, 1870–1890]( Wednesday, March 20, 4–5:30 pm Online Expand your knowledge of art history through virtual introductions to core themes and close examination of Met objects with Museum experts. Join Sylvia Yount and Thayer Tolles, co-curators of the exhibition New York Art Worlds, 1870–1890, to explore artists and cultural figures associated with the New Movement who sought fellowship in communal living and working spaces, including the salons hosted by Helena de Kay and Richard Watson Gilder at their home on East 15th Street in New York City. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition [New York Art Worlds, 1870–1890](. Fee: $40. Note: This live event takes place on Zoom. Space is limited; advance registration is required. Registration closes Tuesday, March 19, 2024, or when registration is full. [Register now →]( [Annual Distinguished Lecture on the Arts of South and Southeast Asia—Howard Hodgkin and India: Reflections on Art Making and Collecting]( MetSpeaks [Annual Distinguished Lecture on the Arts of South and Southeast Asia—Howard Hodgkin and India: Reflections on Art Making and Collecting]( Friday, March 15, 6–7 pm The Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium Join experts close to Howard Hodgkin, including his partner of thirty-three years, Antony Peattie, for a personal look at the artist and collector's lifetime engagement with India and Indian painting. Over the course of sixty years, Hodgkin (British, 1932–2017) formed a collection of Indian paintings and drawings that is recognized as one of the finest of its kind. Learn about his practice as a highly regarded painter and printmaker and his collection of works from the Mughal, Deccani, Rajput, and Pahari courts dating from the 16th to the 19th centuries that reflect his personal passion for Indian art. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition [Indian Skies: The Howard Hodgkin Collection of Indian Court Painting](. This lecture is made possible by the generous support of Jeff Soref and Paul Lombardi. Free with Museum admission, though advance registration is required. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. [Register now →]( [Open Studio—Celebrating Women Artists]( MetCreates [Open Studio—Celebrating Women Artists]( Saturday, March 9, 1–4 pm Various galleries Explore the artistic processes of women artists and makers from across The Met collection through artist-led demonstrations and conversations with experts. For visitors of all ages. Presented in celebration of [Women's History Month](. Free with Museum admission; admission is free for children under 12 with an adult. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. [Learn more →]( [A Musical Celebration of Women's History Month with Luthier Gabriela Guadalajara]( MetSpeaks [A Musical Celebration of Women's History Month with Luthier Gabriela Guadalajara]( Saturday, March 9, 2–2:45 pm Gallery 681, The André Mertens Galleries for Musical Instruments Join Gabriela Guadalajara, a luthier (maker of stringed instruments such as violins or guitars), as she discusses the craft of musical instrument building and its impact on the musical landscape in connection with the violins and violas on display in The Met collection. Then, musician Leah Nelson provides a demonstration on her own instrument. Presented in celebration of [Women's History Month](. Free with Museum admission. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. [Learn more →]( [Drop-in Drawing at The Met Cloisters]( MetCreates [Drop-in Drawing at The Met Cloisters]( Saturday, March 9, 1–3 pm Meet in the Main Hall, The Met Cloisters Experience The Met Cloisters collection through creative drawing challenges in the galleries with expert teaching artists. Materials are provided, but you may bring your own sketchbook. For visitors of all ages. Free with Museum admission. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. [Learn more →]( [The Observant Eye]( MetStudies [The Observant Eye]( Friday, March 8, 6:30–7:30 pm Meet in Carson Family Hall, Ruth and Harold D. Uris Center for Education Slow down, tap into your powers of observation, and discover a work of art through close looking and discussion. No prior knowledge of art is necessary. All adult learners are welcome. Free with Museum admission. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. [Learn more →]( [Met Expert Talks—Celebrating Women's History Month]( MetTours [Met Expert Talks—Celebrating Women's History Month]( Tuesday, March 12, 3–3:45 pm Gallery 690, The Robert Wood Johnson Jr. Gallery Join Museum experts, including curators, conservators, scientists, and scholars, for a deep dive into a selection of exhibition objects in the galleries. Hear new insights and untold stories from Met insiders and take a closer look at the works of art. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions. Presented in celebration of [Women's History Month]( and in conjunction with the exhibition [The Art of the Literary Poster: Works from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection](. Free with Museum admission, though advance registration is recommended. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. Priority will be given to those who register. [Register now →]( [Teen Fridays (Ages 15–18)]( Teens [Teen Fridays (Ages 15–18)]( Friday, March 15, 4:30–6:30 pm Bonnie J. Sacerdote Lecture Hall, Uris Center for Education Come on over to The Met for Teen Fridays—the place for teens to be creative, have snacks, and meet other teens with similar and different interests. Explore passions, ideas, and new activities every first and third Friday of the month. This month's Teen Fridays celebrates [Women's History Month](, and is presented in conjunction with the exhibition [Vision and Verse: The Poetry of Chinese Painting](. Free [Learn more →]( [Family Afternoon—Discovering Ancient Art]( Families [Family Afternoon—Discovering Ancient Art]( Sunday, March 10, 1–4 pm Carson Family Hall, Uris Center for Education Come ready to look, imagine, and create! Drop in for free, hands-on family fun. Create art and join Museum experts to explore materials used in ancient times. Families with children of all ages and abilities are welcome; recommended for children ages 3–11 years. Materials are provided. Free with Museum admission; admission is free for children under 12 with an adult. [Learn more →]( [Seeing Through Drawing]( Access [Seeing Through Drawing]( Saturday, March 9, 11 am–1 pm Carroll Classroom, Uris Center for Education For adults who are blind or partially sighted. Get inspired by the Museum's collection and learn drawing techniques through in-person workshops that include experimentation with materials, verbal description, and creative responses to works of art. Free, though advance registration is required. Note: Space is limited. [Register now →]( [MetKids Microscope Season 2]( MetKids [MetKids Microscope—New Episodes!]( What's the science behind making paint, mixing colors, and hearing music? Learn with Met scientists as your guide, then experiment on your own. [Learn more →]( [Guided and Self-Guided Group Tours]( [A group of young women check out a glass case with artwork]( Engage with great works of art at The Met! Request an in-person guided tour or reserve admission and lead your own small group. Tours are available for K–12 school groups, college and university groups, and adult groups. [Learn more →]( More Events Looking for more? Virtual events are available on [YouTube](, [Facebook](, and our [website]( after they premiere. [See all upcoming events →]( Plan Your Visit See the [Plan Your Visit]( page for more information about buying tickets in advance. Please note our [current opening days and hours for each location](. Masks are strongly recommended. [See our visitor guidelines.]( [Buy your tickets now →]( [Become a Member →]( Accessibility at The Met The Met is committed to accessibility for all. For information about accessibility, programs, and services for people with disabilities at both Met sites, visit [metmuseum.org/access](. To request an access accommodation for virtual programs or online resources, email access@metmuseum.org, or call [212-650-2010](tel:12126502010). For information about accessibility on our website, see our [Website Accessibility Statement](. [The Met Fifth Avenue]( 1000 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10028 [The Met Cloisters]( 99 Margaret Corbin Drive Fort Tryon Park New York, NY 10040 [metmuseum.org]( [Explore]( [Membership]( [Donate]( [Manage Your Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( All events take place at The Met Fifth Avenue unless otherwise noted. For more information about the exhibitions, including sponsorship credits, see [Weaving Abstraction in Ancient and Modern Art](, [New York Art Worlds, 1870–1890](, [Indian Skies: The Howard Hodgkin Collection of Indian Court Painting](, [The Art of the Literary Poster: Works from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection](, and [Vision and Verse: The Poetry of Chinese Painting](. MetKids is supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies. The Civic Practice Project is made possible by The William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust. Lunar New Year Festival is made possible, in part, by Council Member Keith Powers. Teen Fridays are made possible by the Gray Foundation. Public programs at The Met Cloisters are made possible in part by The Helen Clay Frick Foundation. For Education program funders, visit [metmuseum.org/educationfundingsupport](. For MetLiveArts program funders visit [metmuseum.org/metliveartssupport](. Your support allows the Museum to collect, conserve, and present 5,000 years of world art. [Donate now.]( Images: André Derain (French, 1880–1954). Woman with a Shawl, Madame Matisse in a Kimono, 1905. Oil on canvas. Private collection. Photo courtesy Nevill Keating Pictures | Sheila Hicks (American, born 1934). ["Linen Lean-To" Tapestry Bas-Relief](, designed 1967–68; executed 1985. Linen, 59 1/8 x 82 3/4 x 6 in. (150.2 x 210.2 x 15.2 cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Purchase. Anonymous Gift, 1986. (1986.7) © Atelier Sheila Hicks | Photo by Uptown Stories | [Bhadrakali, destroyer of the universe, from a Tantric Devi series]( (detail). (India, ca. 1660–70). Opaque watercolor with gold, silver and green beetle-wing case on paper. Image: 9 1/16 x 8 1/4 in. (23 x 21 cm); Framed: 12 1/2 in. x 11 5/8 in. x 3/4 in. (31.8 x 29.5 x 1.9 cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Howard Hodgkin Collection, Purchase, Gift of Florence and Herbert Irving, by exchange, 2022 (2022.243). Image © Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford | Toshi Reagon image by Ehud Lazin | Louis Lang (American, 1814–1893). [Art Students]( (detail), ca. 1868. Oil on canvas, 26 7/8 x 23 1/4 in. (68.3 x 59.1 cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Morris K. Jesup Fund, 1999 (1999.143) | Gabriela Guadalajara Photo by David Thompson Fairchild | All other photos by Filip Wolak