Program Calendar

Any person needing a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in a museum program should contact the Education Coordinator (museumaccess@smu.edu) at least one week prior to the program to arrange for the accommodation. For more information and to view a list of accommodations, please visit our accessibility page.

PLEASE NOTE: Many different organizations use our public spaces for their programs; this calendar lists only museum programming. If the event you seek is not listed here, please visit the web site of the sponsoring organization for more information.

The Legacy of Vesuvius: Bourbon Discoveries on the Bay of Naples

Virginia Meadows Galleries

This exhibition looks at the groundbreaking archaeological excavations sponsored by the Bourbon King Charles VII of Naples (r. 1734–1759)—the future king of Spain. Comprised of nearly 50 objects, the exhibition’s […]

Free – $12

Unearthing the Legacy of Islamic Spain

Lady Tennyson d'Eyncourt Works on Paper Gallery 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, United States

Spain’s Islamic heritage became a focal point in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, as the country grappled with political upheaval and issues of national identity. In their efforts to […]

Free – $12

Connections

The Gates 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, United States

This informal program is designed for individuals with early-stage dementia, their care partners, and family members. Participants explore the galleries through interactive activities; experiment with different materials to create individual […]

Free

MOVIES WITH THE MEADOWS: THE FILMS OF CARLOS SAURA | Goya en Burdeos

Bob and Jean Smith Auditorium

Carlos Saura (1932–2023) was one of Spain’s most celebrated and prolific directors. He is known for films that offer social and political commentary and use allegory to explore Spanish identity. […]

Free – $5

Public Guided Tour

Explore our galleries on a guided tour with one of the museum’s trained docents. The docent will offer context and insights into the works of art on view, and the […]

Free – $12

CONNECT & CREATE: Preschool Playdate

Jake and Nancy Hamon Galleries

Calling all little ones and their grown-ups! This program welcomes children ages two to five and their adults into the museum before it opens to explore art together. Look at […]

Free – $12

LECTURE | Double Lecture on New and Old Discoveries at Herculaneum

Bob and Jean Smith Auditorium

In this double lecture, sponsored by the Custard Institute for Spanish Art & Culture, we delve into the discoveries at the ancient site of Herculaneum. Kenneth Lapatin, Curator of Antiquities, […]

Free – $10

SENSORY CART

Stop by the Sensory Cart in the galleries to explore art through the multiple senses. Visitors are invited to feel a variety of materials, experience specific scents, and listen to […]

Free – $12

Drawing from the Masters

Meadows Museum 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, United States

Enjoy afternoons of informal drawing instruction with artist Ian O’Brien. Each session provides an opportunity to explore a variety of techniques and improve drawing skills. Designed for adults and students […]

Free – $12

Children’s Drawing from the Masters

Enjoy afternoons of informal drawing instruction with artist and elementary art teacher Ian O’Brien. Each session provides children with the opportunity to explore a variety of techniques and improve drawing […]

Free – $12

Connections

The Gates 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, United States

This informal program is designed for individuals with early-stage dementia, their care partners, and family members. Participants explore the galleries through interactive activities; experiment with different materials to create individual […]

Free

Public Guided Tour

Explore our galleries on a guided tour with one of the museum’s trained docents. The docent will offer context and insights into the works of art on view, and the […]

Free – $12

OPEN STUDIO

Education Studio

Drop by the Education Studio each month for the opportunity to explore materials and create art projects inspired by works on view at the museum. A new project is offered […]

Free

Public Guided Tour

Explore our galleries on a guided tour with one of the museum’s trained docents. The docent will offer context and insights into the works of art on view, and the […]

Free – $12

OPEN STUDIO

Education Studio

Drop by the Education Studio each month for the opportunity to explore materials and create art projects inspired by works on view at the museum. A new project is offered […]

Free

Drawing from the Masters

Meadows Museum 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, United States

Enjoy afternoons of informal drawing instruction with artist Ian O’Brien. Each session provides an opportunity to explore a variety of techniques and improve drawing skills. Designed for adults and students […]

Free – $12

LECTURE | An Eruptive History of Mount Somma-Vesuvius

Bob and Jean Smith Auditorium

Heather DeShon, Professor of Earth Sciences, SMU The 79 CE eruption of Mount Vesuvius continues to capture our imaginations, but modern Vesuvius is only the tip of a more complex […]

Free – $10

Public Guided Tour

Explore our galleries on a guided tour with one of the museum’s trained docents. The docent will offer context and insights into the works of art on view, and the […]

Free – $12

Meadows Museum Holiday Party

Gene and Jerry Jones Great Hall 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, United States

The holidays are brewing! Celebrate the season with crafts, coffee, cocoa, and confections. By invitation only to members at the Goya Friend/Individual level and up. To join, call 214.768.2765.

Free

CONNECT & CREATE: Preschool Playdate

Jake and Nancy Hamon Galleries

Calling all little ones and their grown-ups! This program welcomes children ages two to five and their adults into the museum before it opens to explore art together. Look at […]

Free – $12

Connections

The Gates 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, United States

This informal program is designed for individuals with early-stage dementia, their care partners, and family members. Participants explore the galleries through interactive activities; experiment with different materials to create individual […]

Free

GALLERY TALK | Unearthing the Legacy of Islamic Spain

Meadows Museum gallery talks feature art research and perspectives from local guest speakers. Today's presenter is Cristina Aldrich, 2023–25 Center for Spain in America (CSA) Curatorial Fellow, Meadows Museum. The […]

Free – $12

Public Guided Tour

Explore our galleries on a guided tour with one of the museum’s trained docents. The docent will offer context and insights into the works of art on view, and the […]

Free – $12

Drawing from the Masters

Meadows Museum 5900 Bishop Blvd., Dallas, TX, United States

Enjoy afternoons of informal drawing instruction with artist Ian O’Brien. Each session provides an opportunity to explore a variety of techniques and improve drawing skills. Designed for adults and students […]

Free – $12

Children’s Drawing from the Masters

Enjoy afternoons of informal drawing instruction with artist and elementary art teacher Ian O’Brien. Each session provides children with the opportunity to explore a variety of techniques and improve drawing […]

Free – $12

Public Guided Tour

Explore our galleries on a guided tour with one of the museum’s trained docents. The docent will offer context and insights into the works of art on view, and the […]

Free – $12

Public Guided Tour

Explore our galleries on a guided tour with one of the museum’s trained docents. The docent will offer context and insights into the works of art on view, and the […]

Free – $12

Public Guided Tour

Explore our galleries on a guided tour with one of the museum’s trained docents. The docent will offer context and insights into the works of art on view, and the […]

Free – $12