Abstract Da Camera Young Artists’ ConcertsTo celebrate the Houston Museum District Association's Museum Experience, the Rothko Chapel hosts a day full of events in conjunction with The Menil Collection and Houston Center for Photography. From 11am - 12pmjoin a tai chi class near the Rothko Chapel reflecting pool led by Henderson Smith. At 2pm, 2:45pm, and 3:30pmexperience musical performance of No 11 (re), 2015 by Da Camera Young Artists. The dark Rothko paintings created for Rothko...

Abstract To celebrate the Houston Museum District Association's Museum Experience, the Rothko Chapel hosts a day full of events in conjunction with The Menil Collection and Houston Center for Photography. In addition, Oh My! Pocket Pies is selling delicious treats on the plaza.11am – 6pm Photo scavenger Hunt! Houston Center for Photography dares you to be creative and capture with your camera details from the buildings and nature surrounding the organizations in zone 1. ...

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To celebrate the Houston Museum District Association's Museum Experience, the Rothko Chapel hosts a day full of events in conjunction with The Menil Collection and Houston Center for Photography. From 1pm-2pm join an acroyoga jam on the Rothko Chapel lawn that is open to everyone. At 2pm, 2:45pm and 3:30pm, experience musical performances by Da Camera Young Artists celebrating Thomas Merton's 100th birthday. Pocket To Me is on site selling delicious pita pockets!

Abstract To celebrate the Houston Museum District Association's inaugural Museum Experience, the Rothko Chapel will host a day full of events in conjunction with The Menil Collection and Houston Center for Photography. Enjoy crepes on the plaza from Melange Creperie along with the following events:1–2pm: Tai chi class with Henderson Smith on the plaza (weather permitting)2-2:30pm: Musical performances by Da Camera Young Artists featuring the music of George Crumb...

Abstract Sila: The Breath of the Wind by InuksuitInuksuitInuksuit (2009) is a work that fits squarely in the center of the aesthetic of composer John Luther Adams who said, “the whole world is music and all we have to do is tune in.” “Inuksuit” is the Inuit word for the stone markers that dot the arctic landscape and serve to guide the Inuit peoples on their journeys across the vast expanses of desolate tundra in Alaska, Adams’ adopted homeland. However, in the Inuit language,...

Abstract Watch the light dance on Mark Rothko’s masterpiece while listening to music from composers of various faith traditions in one expression of common humanity. Like Rothko’s panels, each one similar but unique, the individual works on the program are canvases upon which the artists have projected their experiences and longings. Intersection New Music Collective is comprised of performers from faculty at Sam Houston State University, as well as student musicians from the University of Houston...

Abstract In partnership with the Menil Collection for Neighborhood Community Day, the Rothko Chapel presents afternoon drop-in experiences featuring music in the Chapel by violinist Clara Saitkoulov and a book reading and signing of Earth Church by Jim Blackburn at the Suzanne Deal Booth Welcome House. 11:20-11:50am: Violin performance inside the Chapel by Clara Saitkoulov, DACAMERA Young Artist 12:30pm: Earth Church Reading and Signing at the Welcome House 2-2:30pm: Violin performance...

Abstract Enjoy an afternoon of free art, music, poetry, and family activities in celebration of our vibrant neighborhood. Participating organizations include: DACAMERA, Houston Center for Photography, Inprint, The Menil Collection, Pride Chorus Houston, Rothko Chapel, Writers in the Schools (WITS), and Watercolor Art Society. Ars Lyrica will present an interactive, family-friendly musical story time featuring Maria’s Magical Music Adventure focused on mindfulness, with narrators reading...

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Contains materials related to public programs during the time period, except for Awards and Colloquia which have separate series.

Abstract Experience the inspirational and contemplative sound meditation of Michael Gordon’s Timber in the Rothko Chapel. Performed by six percussionists on amplified 2x4's called a simantra, an instrument used in Eastern Orthodox liturgical services, the patterns in the music subtly change and evolve, much the colors in Mark Rothko’s paintings. Performers include percussionists Brandon Bell, Craig Hauschildt, Luke Hubley, Graeme Francis, Matthew McClung, and Neil Sisauyhoat, marking the Houston...