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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. \n\n\n\nJoin a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works\, personal favorites\, and compelling stories\, docents will explore the school’s history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its legacy. This lively guided experience offers an engaging introduction to the artists\, ideas\, and creative connections at the center of the exhibition. \n\n\n\nJoin us for docent-led tours every Thursday at 6 and 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1 and 4 p.m. While each tour focuses on the same exhibition\, every docent brings a unique perspective and approach. Return for more than one tour and experience something new each time. \n\n\n\nTours include admission to the museum. Join Art Club for free admission to this tour and enjoy even more of what Memphis Brooks Museum of Art has to offer. Membership includes free admission\, special access\, and more ways to stay connected to the art and ideas you love.Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy  is presented by Raymond James\, sponsored by Henry Luce Foundation and Grinder Taber Grinder\, and supported by Formanek Foundation \n\n\n\nadditional support provided by: National Endowment for the Arts\, Wyeth Foundation for American Art\, Anonymous\, The James Lee House\, Ellen and Brig Klyce\, KC and Jeff Warren\, Doug Carpenter + Associates\, Kaywin Feldman and Jim Lutz\, and  Art Now.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/guided-tour-of-memphis-college-of-art-1936-2020-an-enduring-legacy/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Brooks Museum of Art\, 1934 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. \n\n\n\nJoin a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works\, personal favorites\, and compelling stories\, docents will explore the school’s history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its legacy. This lively guided experience offers an engaging introduction to the artists\, ideas\, and creative connections at the center of the exhibition. \n\n\n\nJoin us for docent-led tours every Thursday at 6 and 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1 and 4 p.m. While each tour focuses on the same exhibition\, every docent brings a unique perspective and approach. Return for more than one tour and experience something new each time. \n\n\n\nTours include admission to the museum. Join Art Club for free admission to this tour and enjoy even more of what Memphis Brooks Museum of Art has to offer. Membership includes free admission\, special access\, and more ways to stay connected to the art and ideas you love.Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy  is presented by Raymond James\, sponsored by Henry Luce Foundation and Grinder Taber Grinder\, and supported by Formanek Foundation \n\n\n\nadditional support provided by: National Endowment for the Arts\, Wyeth Foundation for American Art\, Anonymous\, The James Lee House\, Ellen and Brig Klyce\, KC and Jeff Warren\, Doug Carpenter + Associates\, Kaywin Feldman and Jim Lutz\, and  Art Now. \n\n\n\nGet tickets.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/guided-tour-of-memphis-college-of-art-1936-2020-an-enduring-legacy-2/2026-06-07/
LOCATION:Brooks Museum of Art\, 1934 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. \n\n\n\nJoin a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works\, personal favorites\, and compelling stories\, docents will explore the school’s history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its legacy. This lively guided experience offers an engaging introduction to the artists\, ideas\, and creative connections at the center of the exhibition. \n\n\n\nJoin us for docent-led tours every Thursday at 6 and 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1 and 4 p.m. While each tour focuses on the same exhibition\, every docent brings a unique perspective and approach. Return for more than one tour and experience something new each time. \n\n\n\nTours include admission to the museum. Join Art Club for free admission to this tour and enjoy even more of what Memphis Brooks Museum of Art has to offer. Membership includes free admission\, special access\, and more ways to stay connected to the art and ideas you love.Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy  is presented by Raymond James\, sponsored by Henry Luce Foundation and Grinder Taber Grinder\, and supported by Formanek Foundation \n\n\n\nadditional support provided by: National Endowment for the Arts\, Wyeth Foundation for American Art\, Anonymous\, The James Lee House\, Ellen and Brig Klyce\, KC and Jeff Warren\, Doug Carpenter + Associates\, Kaywin Feldman and Jim Lutz\, and  Art Now.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/guided-tour-of-memphis-college-of-art-1936-2020-an-enduring-legacy/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Brooks Museum of Art\, 1934 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. \n\n\n\nJoin a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works\, personal favorites\, and compelling stories\, docents will explore the school’s history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its legacy. This lively guided experience offers an engaging introduction to the artists\, ideas\, and creative connections at the center of the exhibition. \n\n\n\nJoin us for docent-led tours every Thursday at 6 and 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1 and 4 p.m. While each tour focuses on the same exhibition\, every docent brings a unique perspective and approach. Return for more than one tour and experience something new each time. \n\n\n\nTours include admission to the museum. Join Art Club for free admission to this tour and enjoy even more of what Memphis Brooks Museum of Art has to offer. Membership includes free admission\, special access\, and more ways to stay connected to the art and ideas you love.Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy  is presented by Raymond James\, sponsored by Henry Luce Foundation and Grinder Taber Grinder\, and supported by Formanek Foundation \n\n\n\nadditional support provided by: National Endowment for the Arts\, Wyeth Foundation for American Art\, Anonymous\, The James Lee House\, Ellen and Brig Klyce\, KC and Jeff Warren\, Doug Carpenter + Associates\, Kaywin Feldman and Jim Lutz\, and  Art Now. \n\n\n\nGet tickets.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/guided-tour-of-memphis-college-of-art-1936-2020-an-enduring-legacy-2/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Brooks Museum of Art\, 1934 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. \n\n\n\nJoin a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works\, personal favorites\, and compelling stories\, docents will explore the school’s history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its legacy. This lively guided experience offers an engaging introduction to the artists\, ideas\, and creative connections at the center of the exhibition. \n\n\n\nJoin us for docent-led tours every Thursday at 6 and 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1 and 4 p.m. While each tour focuses on the same exhibition\, every docent brings a unique perspective and approach. Return for more than one tour and experience something new each time. \n\n\n\nTours include admission to the museum. Join Art Club for free admission to this tour and enjoy even more of what Memphis Brooks Museum of Art has to offer. Membership includes free admission\, special access\, and more ways to stay connected to the art and ideas you love.Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy  is presented by Raymond James\, sponsored by Henry Luce Foundation and Grinder Taber Grinder\, and supported by Formanek Foundation \n\n\n\nadditional support provided by: National Endowment for the Arts\, Wyeth Foundation for American Art\, Anonymous\, The James Lee House\, Ellen and Brig Klyce\, KC and Jeff Warren\, Doug Carpenter + Associates\, Kaywin Feldman and Jim Lutz\, and  Art Now.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/guided-tour-of-memphis-college-of-art-1936-2020-an-enduring-legacy/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Brooks Museum of Art\, 1934 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. \n\n\n\nJoin a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works\, personal favorites\, and compelling stories\, docents will explore the school’s history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its legacy. This lively guided experience offers an engaging introduction to the artists\, ideas\, and creative connections at the center of the exhibition. \n\n\n\nJoin us for docent-led tours every Thursday at 6 and 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1 and 4 p.m. While each tour focuses on the same exhibition\, every docent brings a unique perspective and approach. Return for more than one tour and experience something new each time. \n\n\n\nTours include admission to the museum. Join Art Club for free admission to this tour and enjoy even more of what Memphis Brooks Museum of Art has to offer. Membership includes free admission\, special access\, and more ways to stay connected to the art and ideas you love.Memphis College of Art\, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy  is presented by Raymond James\, sponsored by Henry Luce Foundation and Grinder Taber Grinder\, and supported by Formanek Foundation \n\n\n\nadditional support provided by: National Endowment for the Arts\, Wyeth Foundation for American Art\, Anonymous\, The James Lee House\, Ellen and Brig Klyce\, KC and Jeff Warren\, Doug Carpenter + Associates\, Kaywin Feldman and Jim Lutz\, and  Art Now. \n\n\n\nGet tickets.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/guided-tour-of-memphis-college-of-art-1936-2020-an-enduring-legacy-2/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Brooks Museum of Art\, 1934 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Legacy at the Table: MCA Dinner Series
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, the Memphis’ art museum invites you to take your seat at a table set for Memphis. \n\n\n\nPresented in conjunction with Memphis College of Art\, 1936 to 2020: An Enduring Legacy\, Legacy at the Table is a three-part seated dinner series that is both a fundraiser and celebration. These evenings both honor an institution that shaped generations of artists and strengthened Memphis’ cultural identity\, as well as celebrate what will always be at the heart of our city’s art museum: local art and local artists.  \n\n\n\nEach dinner is crafted and presented by acclaimed chef and MCA graduate Karen Carrier\, whose connection to this story is personal and present. Her work is included in the exhibition\, and her menus translate MCA’s legacy into a shared experience of taste\, memory\, and community. \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission tickets include: • A seated family style dinner crafted by Karen Carrier • Specially paired wine and cocktails • After-hours access to Memphis College of Art\, 1936 to 2020: An Enduring Legacy \n\n\n\nVIP tickets include everything above\, plus: • An exclusive pre-dinner champagne toast • A private tour of the exhibition led by an exhibition artist and a curator \n\n\n\nMembers\, log in for your special pricing.  \n\n\n\nEach evening highlights a distinct chapter of MCA’s history\, with stories and moments that celebrate the building\, traditions\, professors\, and artists who defined the school and continue to shape Memphis today. Seating is intentionally limited to preserve the intimacy of the experience. VIP is limited to 20 guests to allow for conversation and a closer look at the exhibition.  \n\n\n\nDinner Dates and Themes\n\n\n\nApril 22\, 2026The Founding Vision: James Lee Memorial Art AcademyAn evening honoring bold beginnings\, close mentorship\, and the conviction that Memphis MCA’s impact began early and continues today.  \n\n\n\nMenuFamily Style Selections • Espresso honey glazed lamb chops\, rosemary za’atar spiced pecan dust\, pineapple papaya butter\, pickled cucumber beet petite herb salad • Tuna agua chile\, Hawaiian tuna\, heirloom tomato lime\, Persian cucumbers\, cocoa spice\, crisp prosciutto\, sesame\, lime\, shiso\, mint\, wasabi tobiko caviar\, EVOO\, wonton crisp • Cooper Young Farmers Market grilled spring vegetables\, sesame sage dipping sauce • Sugar and spiced crispy duck lettuce wraps\, almond skordalia\, buttered jasmine rice\, crisp shallots\, cucumber\, celery\, Asian pear\, shiso\, rau ram\, Thai basil\, palm sugar lime nuoc mam vinaigrette • Heirloom tri-color cherry tomato\, pomegranate\, sweet pepper salad\, Jasper Hill Blue\, petite herbs\, pomegranate molasses vinaigrette • Rice Krispie sharp cheddar pecan shortbread • Sesame and spiced pecan chicken spring rolls\, arugula\, red and green cabbage\, radish\, mint\, carrot slaw\, ginger mandarin juice\, Ms. Cindy’s dipping sauce \n\n\n\nDessert • Vietnamese Café du Monde coffee pots de crème\, whipped vanilla bean cream\, spiced cocoa dust \n\n\n\nMay 20\, 2026A New Home\, A Growing Influence: The Rust Hall YearsA tribute to the era of permanence and expansion after the move to Rust Hall in 1959\, when the school’s presence grew and its influence became central to Memphis’ creative life. \n\n\n\nMenu to be announced April 1\, 2026. \n\n\n\nJune 24\, 2026Creative Momentum: MCA in Its Contemporary EraA celebration of experimentation\, collaboration\, and creative risk taking\, honoring the artists who carried Memphis forward and the community MCA fostered across generations. \n\n\n\nMenu to be announced April 1\, 2026. \n\n\n\nTicket Pricing\n\n\n\nDinner: $200Dinner (Members): $150VIP: $300VIP (Members): $250 \n\n\n\nJoin Art Club today for special pricing (available immediately).  \n\n\n\nWhy Attend\n\n\n\nBecause local art matters\, and Memphis is stronger when we celebrate it together. \n\n\n\nLegacy at the Table is for patrons\, collectors\, alumni\, and culturally engaged leaders who believe the artists of this city deserve both recognition and resources. Your ticket directly fuels the continued celebration of local art and artists at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, while giving you a rare\, high-touch evening where celebration meets memory. \n\n\n\nSeats are limited. Reserve yours now and be part of an extraordinary tribute to what was\, and to what we will build next. \n\n\n\nBefore you go\, one more insider move. \n\n\n\nIf you want to do more than attend\, if you want to help shape what comes next\, join Art Now\, a philanthropic group dedicated to celebrating local art. \n\n\n\nArt Now is the supporter community backing emerging artists from Memphis and the Mid South\, expanding access to contemporary art\, and directly funding acquisitions\, exhibitions\, and events at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. Art Now brings you closer through curated gatherings and exclusive events alongside fellow creatives\, collectors\, and curators. \n\n\n\nBecome a member of the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and keep the momentum going with Art Club\, your all-access pass to the museum.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/legacy-at-the-table-mca-dinner-series/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Brooks Museum of Art\, 1934 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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