Now Open | 'Whitfield Lovell: Passages' We are pleased to present our Fall banner exhibition, showcasing Whitfield Lovell's masterful Conté drawings and immersive environments that encourage reflection on themes of identity, memory, and the ongoing quest for equality. Immerse yourself in Black history and heritage through over 30 works, including pieces from Lovell’s 'Kin' and 'The Reds' series, as well as powerful installations like 'Deep River' and 'Visitation: The Richmond Project.' 'Passages' is the final stop of the traveling exhibition, on view through Jan. 19, 2025. The exhibition catalog will available in our all-new The McNay Store, opening tomorrow. Learn more at mcnayart.org.
McNay Art Museum
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
San Antonio, TX 3,560 followers
The McNay Art Museum engages a diverse community in the discovery and enjoyment of the visual arts.
About us
Built by artist and educator Marion Koogler McNay in the 1920s, her Spanish Colonial Revival residence became the site of Texas’s first museum of modern art when the McNay opened in 1954. Today more than 150,000 visitors a year enjoy works by modern masters including Paul Gauguin, Vincent van Gogh, Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. 23-acre, beautifully landscaped grounds include sculptures by Kiki Smith, Joel Shapiro, George Rickey, and Luis Jimenez Jr .The 45,000-square-foot Jane & Arthur Stieren Center for Exhibitions, designed by internationally renowned French architect Jean-Paul Viguier, features three major exhibitions annually. For seventy years, the McNay has enchanted visitors with its art, architecture, and ambiance. The museum offers rich and varied exhibitions as well as rotating displays in the Main Collection Galleries from the 20,000 works in the collection, while 45,000 adults, teachers, students, and families take advantage of a variety of education programs and innovative educational resources. Hours Tuesday–Friday, 10 am–4 pm; Thursday, 10 am–9 pm; Saturday, 10 am–5 pm; Sunday, noon–5 pm. The McNay is closed on Mondays, New Year’s Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Admission to the McNay ranges from $10 to $15 (for adults) and $5 to $12 for (students, seniors and active military) depending on the exhibitions and galleries on view. Admission is FREE for McNay members and children 12 and under. Please visit www.mcnayart.org for current admission prices. Entrance to Main Collection Galleries is FREE on H-E-B Thursday Nights(4–9pm) and on AT&T First Sundays of the Month. During FREE times, an optional admission charge applies only for entrance to special exhibitions.
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- 51-200 employees
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- San Antonio, TX
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- 1954
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- Art Museum, Public Institution, Historic Site, art, community center, Painting, Sculpture, Print Works, Museum Education, Photography, Special Events, and Weddings
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6000 N New Braunfels Ave
San Antonio, TX 78209, US
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"Bronislava Nijinska was both a dancer with the company, and then she later returned as a choreographer, and her choreography is incredibly modern, even 100 years later...I think people will be really surprised when they look at her work." Learn more from guest curator Dr. Caroline Hamilton, costume and dance historian, in her interview with Texas Public Radio on our latest exhibition, 'Women Artists of the Ballets Russes: Designing the Legacy,' celebrating the incredible yet often-overlooked female artists and contributors of the iconic dance company. https://lnkd.in/gKseQsPr
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Introducing "Sculpting the McNay"—a new series taking you behind the scenes with the creative minds that keep the McNay flourishing with delightful surprises and unique experiences for you. In this first episode, gardener Alex C. Zavala shares how he brought our new pumpkin patch to life, from prepping the soil to harvesting over 40 pumpkins. 🎃 Visit the McNay grounds, snap some pics at the pumpkin patch, tag us and use #mcnay70, and see what's growing this season! 🍂
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On view now 🩰✨ 'Women Artists of the Ballets Russes: Designing the Legacy' brings together original costumes, set designs, and photographs by groundbreaking women artists who shaped the iconic Ballets Russes. Featuring many holdings from the McNay’s renowned Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts, experience the bold, forward-looking artistry of Natalia Gontcharova, Sonia Delaunay, Alexandra Exter, and Bronislava Nijinska—visionaries who helped bring Serge Diaghilev’s legendary productions to life. The exhibition is on view in the Brown Gallery and Tobin Wing through January 12, 2025. The exhibition is organized for the McNay Art Museum by Caroline Hamilton, Ph.D., costume and dance historian and guest curator; Remus Moore, The Tobin Theatre Arts Fund assistant curator, The Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts; R. Scott Blackshire, Ph.D., former curator, The Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts; and Kim Neptune, former assistant curator, The Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts.
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The 70th anniversary edition of Impressions magazine is here! 🦚✨ This special 2024 issue showcases seven decades of art and community at the McNay, featuring a timeline of major milestones, stories from our visitors, 2024's commemorative initiatives, and this season's exhibitions and events. From the launch of our first-ever virtual "Architecture Tour" to inspiring new "McNay Stories," we continue our founder Marion Koogler McNay's tradition of opening our doors wider and making a significant impact in people’s lives. Celebrate 70 years with us—read the latest issue now: mcnayart.org/impressions #McNayArtMuseum #McNay70 About the cover: Drawing from the history and architecture of the McNay’s residence, the intricately-designed tiles from the Talavera Staircase in Blackburn Patio serve as an ever-present backdrop of Marion Koogler McNay’s vision and aesthetic. Most of the tiles came from the Harry Hicks Studio in Los Angeles, one of architect Atlee B. Ayres’s favorite tile suppliers. The tiles echo our past while celebrating the continued beauty of the McNay Art Museum. Learn more about the home and architecture details on pages 4-7.
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This year's Luncheon, featuring Grammy Award-winning opera star Isabel Leonard, was a beautiful afternoon celebrating music, art, and community. From the champagne reception to the inspiring conversation, we are grateful for everyone who joined us. Your presence at the luncheon helps support the McNay’s mission of engaging a diverse community in the discovery and enjoyment of the visual arts. Special thanks to the Luncheon Title Sponsor L. D. Ormsby Charitable Foundation, Inc., and to the Luncheon Committee, chaired by Annie Labatt. Photos by Heather Cadenhead on behalf of David Sixt Photography
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Today, on World Architecture Day, we are proud to unveil our immersive virtual 'Architecture Tour' of the McNay. With architect and docent Dan Wigodsky as your guide, take a journey through time, marveling at the details of Marion Koogler McNay’s residence and discover how the Museum has evolved across 70 years. We are excited to make our most popular tour accessible to anyone anytime and from anywhere. 📱 Download the Bloomberg Connects app to access the audio tour on our digital guide: https://lnkd.in/gQex9SkE 🎥 Watch the tour on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/g8PNA-z5 #mcnay70 #mcnayartmuseum #WorldArchitectureDay
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Congratulations to our dedicated McNay staff members who were recently celebrated for their milestone achievements! 🎉 Their passion and hard work help bring the McNay’s vision to life as San Antonio’s place of belonging. We are grateful for their hard work and the camaraderie they bring to the McNay every day. Please join us in celebrating this remarkable group of honorees. #McNayArtMuseum
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🍂 October at the McNay 🍂 Two exciting exhibitions open this month! 'Women Artists of the Ballets Russes: Designing the Legacy' premieres on Oct. 10, just in time for our Halloween-themed Second Thursday celebration. Enjoy live music, art, and spooky fun! Later this month, 'Whitfield Lovell: Passages' brings a powerful journey into Black history and heritage with immersive installations and striking drawings. Events include a performance by Haus of Glitter on Oct. 24 and member-exclusive celebrations that are not to be missed. Visit mcnayart.org/events to sign up today. UPDATE: A Conversation with Whitfield Lovell” on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. is cancelled.
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COMING SOON: Embark on an immersive journey through Black history and heritage with 'Whitfield Lovell: Passages,' opening Oct 23 at the McNay. Featuring Lovell’s powerful Conté drawings and expansive installations, the exhibition delves into themes of identity, memory, and the enduring pursuit of equality. With over 30 works, including highlights from 'Kin' and 'The Reds,' this traveling exhibition makes its final stop in San Antonio. 'Passages' will be on view Oct 23, 2024 – Jan 19, 2025 in the Tobin Exhibition Galleries. Learn more: bit.ly/3N0dqKk
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