🚨 FINAL WEEKEND: Experience the blend of tradition, culture, and innovation in 'de la Torre Brothers: Upward Mobility' before it closes this Sunday! Art transcends borders, and this exhibition is sparking conversations in multiple languages! 🌎 From its vibrant visuals to thought-provoking themes, the artists leave an impact on everyone who visits. Don’t miss your chance to experience this cross-cultural dialogue and dynamic artwork.
McNay Art Museum
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
San Antonio, TX 3,491 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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http://www.mcnayart.org
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- Industry
- Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- San Antonio, TX
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1954
- Specialties
- 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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From attending the McNay's grand opening in 1954 to guiding tours today, docent Carolyn Lay has been a part of our story for seven decades. 💙 Watch her inspiring journey and decades of passion in this McNay Stories installment. #McNay70 🎥 Watch the full video on our YouTube channel: bit.ly/47glyQ5
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⌛️ Closing Soon: 'de la Torre Brothers: Upward Mobility' Step into another world with 'Colonial Atmosphere,' the fourth gallery of the exhibition featuring the artists' 2002 installation. In this futuristic reinterpretation, an Olmec head moon lander and Coatlicue the astronaut invite us to reimagine Mesoamerican history—where the colonized become the colonizers, traveling to the stars. 🚀 Catch it before it closes on September 15, 2024.
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September at the McNay is packed with excitement—from celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month to hands-on workshops, the final installment of our 1954 Film Series, and even a special luncheon with opera star Isabel Leonard. Dive into creativity, culture, and community all month long. See what’s happening and start planning your next visit at mcnayart.org/events.
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Catch #Grammy award-winning opera star Isabel Leonard at this year's McNay luncheon on September 27. Be part of this rare opportunity to hear Ms. Leonard share her experiences from the world’s grandest stages, with insights into her roles in major operas and musical theatre productions. Enjoy a seated lunch, decadent dessert, a champagne reception, plus two live selections from Ms. Leonard's rich operatic repertoire. Proceeds directly support our education, exhibition, and conservation programs. Secure your seat now at mcnayart.org/luncheon.
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As we wrap up our celebration of the inaugural Xicanx Month, we proudly highlight the work of Judith "Judy" Baca. Her impactful screenprint "Absolutely Chicana" is a powerful addition to our collection, inspired by her 1976 project at the Women’s Building in Los Angeles. Baca, a renowned muralist and community arts pioneer, captures the essence of Chicana identity through this print, which depicts her as a 1940s pachuca—a symbol of rebellious Mexican womanhood. This artwork draws from her performance art and was part of the influential Pop América, 1965-1975 exhibition, offering a bold statement on Chicana culture and history. Image credit: Judith “Judy” Baca, 'Absolutely Chicana,' 2008. Screenprint. Collection of the McNay Art Museum, Gift of Harriett and Ricardo Romo, 2013.25. © Judith Baca #McNayArtMuseum #XicanxMonth #ChicanaArt #LatinxArt #Chicana #WomenInArt #PopArt #ContemporaryArt
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Monster Movie, the third gallery of 'de la Torre Brothers: Upward Mobility,' blends ancient mythology with modern-day issues. Here, you'll encounter Coatzilla—an Aztec goddess turned vengeful force of nature, wreaking havoc on Mexico City as a response to environmental neglect. Standing against her is Mictlanteputin, a monstrous blend of corporate greed and political power, fueling destruction with relentless oil consumption. These epic battles, inspired by classic B-movies, challenge us to see ourselves as both the heroes and the monsters of our own stories. 🎥 Watch the full walkthrough with the de la Torre brothers on our YouTube channel. 🍿 Join us for a special screening of the original 'Godzilla' on Sunday as part of our 1954 Film Series. Get tickets: https://lnkd.in/geVfrvBp #McNay70
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Celebrating #NationalDogDay with a throwback to 1930! 🐾 Here’s Mrs. McNay’s beloved pup, captured in timeless etching. Image credit: Mary Bonner, 'Mrs. McNay's Dog,' 1930. Etching. Collection of the McNay Art Museum, Bequest of Marion Koogler McNay, 1950.328.2.
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Love, inspiration, and lens magic ✨📸 We're celebrating #WorldPhotographyDay with some stunning scenes captured at the McNay. From museum explorations to engagements, join the celebration of our 70th anniversary by sharing your favorite McNay moments through the years with #McNay70. Photos by @ linsphotogrxphy, brandi_morgan_photography, jonathanivyphoto, and mayaisabella.photography on Instagram.
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