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Art Talk
May
14

Art Talk

Spend some time enjoying a discussion of selected works from the Ellen Noël Art Museum. Learn visual thinking strategies to discuss artwork. Free!

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Night at the Museum: Heart of Art
May
21

Night at the Museum: Heart of Art

Introducing Night at the Museum, an exclusive Members-Only evening every third Thursday of the month! Each event has something different to offer for Museum Members, including art activities, lessons, exclusive tours, programs, family and friends nights, and more!

In May, create a tiny art house inspired by the exhibition Home, Love, & Loss, followed by an exclusive tour of the galleries and vault.

To become a Member, click here.

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Shifting Subjects: Heroes of the West: Exhibition Closes
May
31

Shifting Subjects: Heroes of the West: Exhibition Closes

The first hero was nature herself; sweeping landscapes awed early audiences and are still prominent in modern pieces. Then, the people took their turn. Though early depictions of cowboys and Native Americans were often flawed in interpretation and depiction, it is the heroic moments of perseverance within a harsh landscape that made them worthy of immortalization through art. Finally, wildlife stole the focus.

The simple yet powerful balance animals create in nature harmonized the disruptiveness of people and the emptiness of a landscape. Each of these subjects has created visual lessons on what the West is, was, and how it has changed today.

Admission to the Museum and it’s exhibitions is always free. Shifting Subjects: Heroes of the West is on view April 2 through May 31.

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Teen Artist Residency Program (TARP)
Jun
1
to Jun 5

Teen Artist Residency Program (TARP)

Applications for TARP 2026 are open! Selected students ages 13-17 who have applied and been accepted into this program will spend the week (June 1-5) working with printmaker Ben Muñoz in an intensive Museum work environment. After working, TARP students and their friends, family, and the public are invited to our TARP opening reception on June 5 at 5PM, followed by an artist reception for Ben and his upcoming exhibition, Sanctuary or (various places of solace) starting at 6 PM.

Applications are due by May 4, 2026. To apply, click here.

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Book Buzz
Apr
30

Book Buzz

Join Penguin Random House Book Rep, Liz Sullivan, for a lively discussion about new releases and interesting reads. We’ll also be searching for a future Book Talk selection. Light refreshments will be served. Free! Ages 18+

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The Curated Table
Apr
28

The Curated Table

Introducing a new dinner and fundraising series at the Museum! Paired with the exhibition Home, Love, and Loss, this special evening features a California wine dinner with a three-course gourmet meal, a bubbly welcome sip, and passed appetizers. Guests can explore the exhibition, enjoy music, hear from featured wine representatives, and more throughout the night. Don’t miss this exciting new Museum experience!

To purchase your tickets or reserve a table, click here.

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Mixed Media 2-Day Workshop with Doylene Land
Apr
17
to Apr 18

Mixed Media 2-Day Workshop with Doylene Land

Create unique mixed media textile works using family photos and found objects, while beginning an art journal under the guidance of artist Doylene Land. This workshop will provide the instruction you need to start your piece and continue developing it beyond the session.

This is a 2-day workshop, starting on Friday, April 17 from 5:30-7:30 PM, and continues on Saturday, April 18, from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM. To purchase a spot, click here.

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Night at the Museum: Trivia Night
Apr
16

Night at the Museum: Trivia Night

Introducing Night at the Museum, an exclusive Members-Only evening every third Thursday of the month! Each event has something different to offer for Museum Members, including art activities, lessons, exclusive tours, programs, family and friends nights, and more!

In April, join us for Trivia Night! Challenge yourself with Disney, Music, and Art themes, and compete to win a prize.

To become a Member, click here.

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Art Tales: Home
Apr
15

Art Tales: Home

Art-loving preschoolers ages 3-5 and their grown-ups are invited to join us at the Museum for a beautifully illustrated story and art activity. Free!

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Community Art Day
Apr
11

Community Art Day

Come celebrate the opening of the Art Bridges exhibition Home, Love, and Loss, with hands-on art stations and community partners, such as Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest, Grand Companions, and the ECISD Early Childhood and Social Studies departments, with even more to explore throughout the afternoon! Free, and all ages are welcome!

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Art Talk
Apr
9

Art Talk

Spend some time enjoying a discussion of selected works from the Ellen Noël Art Museum. Learn visual thinking strategies to discuss artwork. Free!

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Knit & Stitch
Apr
2

Knit & Stitch

Help us create a contemporary sewing circle for knitters, quilters, stitchers, or anyone who would like to join! All are invited to bring current projects to work on while we share techniques and ideas. Free!

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Home, Love, and Loss: Exhibition Opening
Apr
2

Home, Love, and Loss: Exhibition Opening

This exhibition is the third in a series of American art exhibitions created through a multiyear, multi-institutional partnership formed by the Amon Carter Museum of American Art as part of the Art Bridges Cohort Program. Bringing together more than 66 works from the collection of Art Bridges, the Amarillo Museum of Art, Art Museum of South Texas, Amon Carter Museum of American Art, and the Ellen Noël Art Museum, this exhibition features family lifecycles from aging to death. This collection of works, comprised of paintings, photographs, works on paper, and video, delves into the milestones and challenges of family and community life—from birth to aging, and from the bonds of joy to the fractures of loss. The exhibition invites visitors to reflect on how we form families and communities; how those relationships are disrupted by adversity, such as illness, poverty, or immigration; and how they are fortified through love, celebration, and resilience.

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Shifting Subjects: Heroes of the West: Exhibition Opening
Apr
2

Shifting Subjects: Heroes of the West: Exhibition Opening

The first hero was nature herself; sweeping landscapes awed early audiences and are still prominent in modern pieces. Then, the people took their turn. Though early depictions of cowboys and Native Americans were often flawed in interpretation and depiction, it is the heroic moments of perseverance within a harsh landscape that made them worthy of immortalization through art. Finally, wildlife stole the focus.

The simple yet powerful balance animals create in nature harmonized the disruptiveness of people and the emptiness of a landscape. Each of these subjects has created visual lessons on what the West is, was, and how it has changed today.

Admission to the Museum and it’s exhibitions is always free. Shifting Subjects: Heroes of the West is on view April 2 through May 31.

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Studio 49 Fashion Show & Dance Party
Mar
21

Studio 49 Fashion Show & Dance Party

Join us for a special, limited-ticket event marking the closing of Halston: Inventing American Fashion! Enjoy a curated fashion show by Steven Porterfield highlighting styles from the 1970s and 1980s, followed by a themed dance party inspired by the era. Costumes are strongly encouraged, and prizes will be awarded for the best outfit(s). Bring your best dancing shoes! Be sure to stop by The Cat's Meow pop-up vintage clothing store during the event!

For tickets, click here.

Sponsored in part by the MCM Elegante Hotel.

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Night at the Museum: Blooms & Brushes
Mar
19

Night at the Museum: Blooms & Brushes

Introducing Night at the Museum, an exclusive Members-Only evening every third Thursday of the month! Each event has something different to offer for Museum Members, including art activities, lessons, exclusive tours, programs, family and friends nights, and more!

In March, celebrate the season by painting and embellishing a vase while crafting your own paper flowers to welcome spring!

To become a Member, click here.

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Art Tales: Aladdin & the Magic Lamp & Performance by Midland Festival Ballet
Mar
18

Art Tales: Aladdin & the Magic Lamp & Performance by Midland Festival Ballet

Art-loving preschoolers ages 3-5 and their grown-ups are invited to join us at the Museum for a beautifully illustrated story and art activity. Free!

On March 18, join us for a special edition of Art Tales featuring the story Aladdin & the Magic Lamp, followed by a special dance performance by Midland Festival Ballet. All ages welcome!

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Art Talk
Mar
12

Art Talk

Spend some time enjoying a discussion of selected works from the Ellen Noël Art Museum. Learn visual thinking strategies to discuss artwork. Free!

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Knit & Stitch
Mar
5

Knit & Stitch

Help us create a contemporary sewing circle for knitters, quilters, stitchers, or anyone who would like to join! All are invited to bring current projects to work on while we share techniques and ideas. Free!

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