UPDATED: Find yourself this February at the Saint Louis Art Museum!

Please note clarification on exhibition tickets for the public preview

Public Preview of Matisse and the Sea Friday, February 16 | 4-8 pm | Free Matisse and the Sea is the first exhibition to examine the significance of the sea across Henri Matisse's career. Join us for a preview of the exhibition with drinks and entertainment in Sculpture Hall. PLEASE NOTE: Free tickets to the exhibition on the evening of the public preview are available at 3 pm onsite only on the day of the event. For future Free Friday visits, tickets are recommended in advance. Learn More February Events Artist Talk: Dominic Chambers Friday, February 2 | 4:30-5:30 pm | Free Nationally renowned artist and St. Louis native Dominic Chambers will deliver an artist talk in conversation with Simon Kelly, SLAM's curator of modern and contemporary art. During the conversation, Chambers will share works from the Museum's collection that inspired him in his youth and influenced his professional career.  Learn More Lunar New Year Celebration Friday, February 9 | 11 am-8 pm | Free Celebrate the Year of the Dragon by enjoying free music and dance performances, making your own art you can take home, and exploring SLAM's Asian art collection. More details to come! Learn More SLAM Cinema: Do the Right Thing Friday, February 2 | 6-8 pm | Free Exploring racial tension on the hottest day of the year, director Spike Lee's 1989 comedy-drama Do the Right Thing frequently appears on critics' lists of the best films ever made. In addition to Aiello and Lee, the film also stars Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Richard Edson, Giancarlo Esposito, Bill Nunn, John Turturro, and Samuel L. Jackson. Rated R, 120 minutes.     Learn More SLAM Underground: FLOW Friday, February 23 | 7-10 pm | Free Enjoy beach vibes in the middle of winter! Ride the wave during the first SLAM Underground of the year highlighting the exhibition Matisse and the Sea with music, performances, art making, and cocktails inspired by the seashore.   Learn More Access for All Free Fridays Every Friday | Free Start your weekend at SLAM! Join the Saint Louis Art Museum for Access for All Free Fridays and experience a variety of new and exciting opportunities for all ages every Friday. With live music, gallery activations, open studios, films, performances, and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Free Friday Events Art in Bloom 2024 Friday, March 1-Sunday, March 3 | Free Dozens of works from the Museum's collection are imaginatively interpreted through floral design at Art in Bloom! The festival also includes special ticketed events, family activities, dining, and shopping. Floral arrangements are refreshed daily, and the Museum will offer exclusive Member hours from 8 to 10 am on all three days of the festival. Learn More IMAGE CREDITS:  Henri Matisse, French, 1869–1954; Blue Nude I, 1952; gouache, painted paper cut-outs on canvas; 41 7/8 x 30 11/16 inches; Foundation Beyeler Collection, Inv.60.1; © 2024 Succession H. Matisse / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York Chinese; Altar Frontal with Design of Four-Clawed Dragon amidst Clouds and Waves, early 17th century; silk, gold-wrapped thread and peacock-feather-wrapped silk thread in tapestry weave (kesi); tapestry: 31 3/4 x 38 9/16 in. (80.6 x 98 cm) hanging strip: 44 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (113.7 x 14 cm); Saint Louis Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Samuel C. Davis 85:1941 One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park, St. Louis, Missouri 63110-1380 Telephone: 314.721.0072 slam.org ADMISSION IS ALWAYS FREE Unsubscribe from this list