One of the premier Western art events in the world, Night of Artists includes the viewing and sale of nearly 300 new works of painting, sculpture and mixed media by more than 80 of today’s leading contemporary Western artists.

Night of Artists was created to celebrate Western art and the Briscoe would not exist without the artistic seeds that Night of Artists planted. The effort and funds to establish the museum grew from Night of Artists, making it a vital piece of the museum’s history as well as its signature annual event. Night of Artists serves as the primary fundraiser for the museum, benefiting the Briscoe’s full array of exhibitions, engagement, and educational programs throughout the year.

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Grab a partner and join us for a FREE evening under the stars during the Briscoe’s Sips and Sounds of the West! 🎶 Tap your boots to Tejano live music featuring radio personality DJ Jammin J Javi in our beautiful McNutt Sculpture Garden. Food truck and cash bar for those ages 21+ will be available for purchase.

Families are invited to learn about a form of art called a mandala. After a short presentation, participants will go on a short nature walk in the McNutt Sculpture Garden where we will search for and collect interesting nature objects. We will use those objects to create a mandala and take a digital photograph of our work of art.

“Full STEAM Ahead” allows learners of all ages to work together and learn about the American West by engaging in hands-on STEAM learning experiences. Sharing the American West through STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics – each activity ties back to the Briscoe’s art and artifacts, bringing the West to life in a new way.

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The Briscoe Western Art Museum is happy to welcome all residents of San Antonio and Bexar County to come and experience the culture and art of the West. Our neighbors can enjoy a free day of art and culture on the first Sunday of each month.

Families can also enjoy Full STEAM Ahead, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m

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Mothers and their children (5 years or older) will enjoy a painting session led by energetic and charismatic international artist Gio DiZurita. Based in San Antonio, Dizurita tells stories through her art, an everlasting transformation of life experiences. She’ll lead everyone in a creative and fun family painting adventure to create a hummingbird in acrylic on an 11 x 14 canvas. Like mothers, hummingbirds are known for their intelligence, beauty, devotion, and love. DiZurita notes, “These little birds are also respected as fierce fighters and defenders of their territory,” making the hummingbird the perfect subject for Mother’s Day.

There will be two sessions, one morning session from 10 am – noon, and one afternoon session from 2 – 4 pm.

Tickets are $45, or $35 for members of the museum. Registration is one per family and includes all supplies. The class size is limited, so register today to ensure your spot! CLICK HERE to register.

Be the first to enjoy the Southwest Rising: Contemporary Art and the Legacy of Elaine Horwitch exhibition and help the Briscoe kick off a summer celebrating the art of the Southwest with Michael Duchemin, Ph.D., President and CEO of the Briscoe, and the curator of Southwest Rising, Dr. Julie Sasse, Chief Curator at the Tucson Museum of Art. The event includes complimentary valet, beer, wine, specialty cocktails and light bites. Tickets are $20 for museum members and free for Contributing and President’s Society membership tiers.

Museum members may upgrade their membership by calling 210.299.4499. Nonmembers may purchase tickets for $30. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets.

Celebrate the opening of Southwest Rising by exploring the way light and color interact with one another. In the exhibition’s interactive gallery, visitors can construct a display that will allow them to experiment with how light can change the way our eyes see color. This hands-on program is family-friendly, and all ages are welcome. Children 12 and under always receive FREE admission to the Briscoe.

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