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McNay Art Museum Celebrates 70 Years of Transformation through Art

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The first modern art museum in Texas marks 70th anniversary with a year of events, programs, and storytelling SAN ANTONIO — For 70 years, the McNay Art Museum has engaged a diverse community in the discovery and enjoyment of the visual arts. Today, the McNay begins a year-long celebration honoring its history as well as … Continued

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Jenelle Esparza, Head of Education; Katy Silva León, Head of Development; and Yolanda Urrabazo, Head of Communications & Marketing, bring strong strategic vision to departments

The McNay Art Museum Announces New Leaders

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The McNay Art Museum Announces New Leaders Jenelle Esparza, Head of Education; Katy Silva León, Head of Development; and Yolanda Urrabazo, Head of Communications & Marketing, bring strong strategic vision to departments SAN ANTONIO — The McNay Art Museum appointed three new heads this year to lead departments across different areas, including Jenelle Esparza, head … Continued

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Einar and Jamex de la Torre imagine potential futures for humankind in exhibition at the McNay

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The collaborating brothers merge blown glass, lenticular prints and mixed media works in immersive experience across cultures SAN ANTONIO — Collaborating brothers Einar and Jamex de la Torre will make their San Antonio solo exhibition debut next year with “de la Torre Brothers: Upward Mobility,” on view at the McNay Art Museum March 1-Sept. 15, … Continued

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Einar y Jamex de la Torre imaginan futuros potenciales para la humanidad en una exposición en el McNay

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Los hermanos colaboradores fusionan vidrio soplado, impresiones lenticulares y obras de técnicas mixtas en una experiencia inmersiva para todas las culturas SAN ANTONIO — Los hermanos colaboradores Einar y Jamex de la Torre debutarán su exposición individual en San Antonio el próximo año con “de la Torre Brothers: Upward Mobility,” que se exhibirá en el … Continued

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Mia Lopez Named Curator of Latinx Art at the McNay Art Museum

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Lopez Joins the McNay as the First Curator of Latinx Art Beginning on October 2, 2023 (San Antonio, TX) The McNay Art Museum welcomed Mia Lopez as the first curator of Latinx art on Oct. 2. An expert in working with living artists, Lopez will work in many curatorial areas and collaborate cross-departmentally to expand … Continued

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Dreamland | Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Marca el 30 Aniversario de la Película

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El McNay exhibirá los modelos escénicos de Burton de 1993 y más de la renombrada colección de Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts y la colección permanente del Museo SAN ANTONIO — Con motivo del 30 aniversario de la película de animación stop-motion del cineasta Tim Burton, “The Nightmare Before Christmas”, el Museo de Arte McNay … Continued

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Dreamland | Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Marks the Film’s 30th Anniversary

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The McNay to exhibit Burton’s 1993 stage models and more from the Museum’s renowned Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts and permanent collection SAN ANTONIO — Marking the 30th anniversary of filmmaker Tim Burton’s stop-motion animated film, “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” the McNay Art Museum will open “Dreamland | Tim Burton’s ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas,’” on … Continued

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Womanish: Audacious, Courageous, Willful Art Opens at the McNay Art Museum, Featuring 80 Artists  

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(San Antonio, TX) – Opening at the start of Women’s History Month on March 4, 2023 at the McNay Art Museum, Womanish: Audacious, Courageous, Willful Art presents works of art by women that were acquired for the Museum’s permanent collection over the last dozen years.   On view through July 2, 2023, visitors will enjoy artwork … Continued

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McNay Art Museum Announces Matthew McLendon as New Director

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McLendon to Lead the First Modern Art Museum in Texas Beginning February 13, 2023 (San Antonio, TX) December 14, 2022 – The McNay Art Museum’s Board of Trustees has confirmed the appointment of Matthew McLendon, PhD, to serve as the museum’s fourth director in its 68-year history. McLendon comes to the McNay from The Fralin … Continued

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McNay Art Museum Acquires Monumental Bronze Sculpture by Hank Willis Thomas

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Snails are known for their leisurely pace, but the newest addition to the McNay Art Museum’s outdoor sculpture collection is rapidly becoming a visitor favorite. History of the Conquest by Hank Willis Thomas features a child holding a bow and reins while riding an ornately decorated snail.

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