Opening Celebration - Eternally New
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time for this Past Event
- Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 7pm - 11pm
Location
Taubman Museum Event Space
110 Salem Ave SE
Details
The first in the US, and the only in Virginia!
Be among the first to experience Eternally New: The Art Nouveau World of Alphonse Mucha, an original new exhibition with works on loan from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts along with the U.S. debut of an immersive art experience from the Grand Palais Immersif in Paris.
The Taubman Museum of Art is the first museum outside of Europe to showcase the immersive, kicking off an American tour.
The Opening Celebration is your opportunity to enjoy the splendor of an exhibition opening featuring masterworks by Alphonse Mucha, one of the most celebrated and influential artists of the 20th century.
This evening features:
- Red carpet photo opps (dress to impress!)
- Live music from Music Road Co
- Performances from Southwest Virginia Ballet
- Stilt walkers from Miss Kitty’s Society for Wayward Cosmonauts
- Living statues
- Art making with Sourced Press
- Selfie stations
- Food available for purchase from Hangrcy Food Truck
- Sweet treats like macarons and more for purchase from Petals & Sugar
- One drink ticket (additional drink tickets available for purchase)
- Open galleries with knowledgeable museum hosts
- Multi-sensory Immersive Art Experience
These Opening Celebrations always sell out in advance. Get your tickets today!
Street Party: 7-9 pm
Open Galleries: 8-11 pm
Advance Tickets: $25 Members | $30 General Public
Day of Tickets: $35
*Includes 1 drink ticket
Want to party like a VIP?
Purchase a VIP ticket for special access to a VIP lounge and outdoor balcony with heavy hors d’oeuvre, open bar, and live music. You’ll also enjoy a small group guided tour of the galleries with exhibition curators and organizers. VIP tickets are $250 each.
Want to take advantage of the Member pricing? Join today, and you’ll also get a number of other benefits like unlimited free admission to Eternally New, invitations to Member-exclusive events, discounts on classes, free reciprocal membership at select museums, and more.
