Dallas, TX—January 7, 2025—The DMA is ringing in the new year with inspiring new perspectives and brand-new ways to experience art from across the ages. From conversations with authors, curators and scholars, to kid-friendly family fun, to ways to experience art after dark, there is something for everyone at the DMA in 2025.
Art & Letters Live is launching its 34th season with an impressive roster of authors, artists and performers. Among those taking the stage to participate in these creative conversations are Brad Meltzer, number one New York Times bestselling author of thrillers, nonfiction and children's books; platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated jazz performer Stacey Kent, who will perform songs from Kazuo Ishiguro's book The Summer We Crossed Europe in the Rain: Lyrics for Stacey Kent; business leader and philanthropist Bill Gates; and Imani Perry, who will be joined in conversation by Johnica Rivers for a talk in honor of the DMA’s Black History & Culture Celebration Community Weekend.
The DMA will celebrate Black History Month on the first weekend of February with two full days of celebrations, programming and free admission to all special exhibitions. Community members are invited to celebrate Black culture and history with live music and performances, artist demonstrations and talks, tours, art-making activities and much more!
On February 7, the Museum is turning the lights down and the volume up for the first ever After Hours at the Museum. During After Hours, the DMA will transform under moonlight as Dallas’s favorite DJs spin the night away. Part of the Meet Me at the Museum series of events, this night of music, dancing and art promises to be a late-night experience you won’t find anywhere else in Dallas.
The Museum is gearing up to welcome Dallas’s youngest art aficionados during Spring Break for free family fun and all summer long for Summer Art Camps. This year, the DMA is expanding camp offerings to include additional sessions so that every creative kid has the opportunity to spend a week in the Museum exploring the galleries, making new friends, working in the studio and creating amazing art. Camp sessions go on sale to the public on Wednesday, February 26.
Guests can plan their journey at dma.org/calendar and learn more about DMA programs at dma.org/programs.
Meet Me at the Museum
In partnership with D Magazine, the DMA is introducing a new way to experience art. Join us for Meet Me at the Museum, a series that includes three events to engage all your senses at one of the most iconic locations in Dallas. All tickets include access to select exhibitions and our permanent collection galleries.
Brunch
Sundays, January 19, February 16, March 16 and April 20, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Jazz
Saturday, January 25 and Friday, February 14, 6–9 p.m.
After Hours
Friday, February 7, 8–11 p.m.
La Moderna Community Day
Sunday, February 16, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free; no ticket reservations required
On this day, admission to the special exhibition Frida: Beyond the Myth will be free for all guests.
DMA FREE First Sundays: Access for All
First Sundays, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free; no ticket reservations required
Every first Sunday of each month in 2024, the DMA will offer free exhibition admission with DMA FREE First Sundays: Access for All. You heard us right! Guests who visit the Museum on the first Sunday of each month will be able to experience ticketed exhibitions at NO COST, along with dynamic on-site programs and over 5,000 years of stunning permanent collection works! Generous support is provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
FREE First Sundays: Collection Highlights Tour
First Sundays, 2–3 p.m.
Free; no registration required
FREE First Sundays: Open Studio
First Sundays, noon–4 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Museum Murder Mystery: An Artful Game of Clue
Saturday, May 10, 6–10 p.m.
Registration required
Have you ever wanted to play a live game of Clue? Put on your detective hat and solve one of our popular Museum Murder Mysteries. Make a night of it and grab a nibble and a drink in our DMA Cafe before the game starts at 8 p.m. If you solve the mystery before 9:30 p.m., you can enjoy full bar service in the DMA Cafe while you wait for the reveal!
Black History & Culture Celebration
Saturday and Sunday, February 1 and 2, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Join us for the Black History & Culture Celebration featuring live music and performances, artist demonstrations and talks, tours, art-making activities and much more. The free two-day celebration is presented by Anonymous, with free special exhibition admission made possible by Arthur Primas.
Brettell Lecture
Thursday, May 8, 6 p.m.
Free; registration required
Join Dr. Nikki Georgopulos, Assistant Professor of Art History at The University of British Columbia, as she discusses highlights of the DMA’s 19th- and 20th-century European art collection.
Curator Panel: When You See Me
Sunday, March 2, 1 p.m.
Free; registration required
Join the curators of When You See Me: Visibility in Contemporary Art/History for a conversation highlighting their individual contributions and the topics and themes addressed in the exhibition.
Art in Thirty
Marisol’s Pocahontas with Dr. Anna Katherine Brodbeck, Hoffman Family Senior Curator of Contemporary Art
Friday, January 10, noon–12:30 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Works on Paper from Dürer to Rembrandt with Karlyn Lienhard, The Dedo and Barron Kidd McDermott Intern Fellow for European Art
Friday, February 7, noon–12:30 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Collection Tour with Cherry Reyes, McDermott Intern for Adult Programs
Friday, March 14, noon–12:30 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Sensory Tour with Kelsey Rozema, PhD Candidate at Southern Methodist University
Friday, April 18, noon–12:30 p.m.
Free; no registration required
The Icebergs with Lane Banks, art historian
Friday, May 16, noon–12:30 p.m.
Free; no registration required
In a hurry? Art in Thirty! Pop into the Museum for a 30-minute journey through the DMA’s galleries. Art in Thirty provides free monthly gallery talks led by DMA staff, local scholars or artists highlighting unique aspects of the DMA’s collection and exhibitions.
Arts & Letters Live
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Fiona Davis
Saturday, January 11, 7:30–9 p.m.
This event is SOLD OUT for in-person tickets. Livestream tickets are still available.
Brad Meltzer
Friday, January 17, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Kaveh Akbar in conversation with Will Evans, Deep Vellum
Thursday, January 23, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Imani Perry in conversation with Johnica Rivers
Presented in honor of the DMA’s Black History & Culture Celebration
Sunday, February 2, 4–5:30 p.m.
Registration required
Bill Gates
Friday, February 7, 7–8:30 p.m.
Registration required
Jayne Anne Phillips in conversation with Krys Boyd, KERA
Monday, February 24, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Selected Shorts: DANGER & DISCOVERIES hosted by BD Wong
Saturday, March 1, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Percival Everett in conversation with Krys Boyd, KERA
Wednesday, March 19, 7:30–9 p.m.
This event is SOLD OUT.
Rachel Khong
Tuesday, March 25, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Jennifer Weiner
Tuesday, April 8, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Stacey Kent
Wednesday, April 16, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
An Evening with David Sedaris
Wednesday, April 23, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Shelby van Pelt in conversation with Amanda Churchill
Sunday, May 4, 7:30–9 p.m.
This event is SOLD OUT for in-person tickets. Livestream tickets are still available.
Sybil and David Yurman
Wednesday, May 21, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Brendan Slocumb
Thursday, May 29, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
V. E. Schwab
Tuesday, June 10, 7:30–9 p.m.
Registration required
Arts & Letters Live is a literary and performing arts series that features award-winning authors and performers of regional, national and international acclaim. The series is recognized for its creative multidisciplinary programming—combining literature with visual arts, music and film—and for commissioning new work from musicians, dancers and poets inspired by works of art in the Museum's collection and special exhibitions.
Spring Break Family Fun
Wednesday–Friday, March 12–14, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Whether you’re enjoying a staycation at home or visiting Dallas from out of town, we invite you to spend your Spring Break at the DMA! Stop by for drop-in art making, sensory play, story time tours and gallery activities, all inspired by our collection.
Summer Art Camps
Monday–Friday, June 2–August 1, 9 am–noon and 1–4 p.m.
Camp sessions go on sale to the public on Wednesday, February 26. Members get early and discounted access on Tuesday, February 25.
Registration required
Ready, set, MAKE! Summer Art Camps have something for every creative kid. Spend a week in the Museum exploring the galleries, making new friends, working in the studio and creating amazing art in weeklong camps for children ages 4–12.
Wee Wednesdays
The Way I Feel
Wednesday, February 5, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Under the Sea
Wednesday, May 7, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Enjoy a day of free thematic art-making activities, story times, performances and gallery activities. Wee Wednesdays are designed for children ages five and under, but all ages are welcome to join the fun.
Art Babies
Glow Baby
Mondays, January 13, February 10 and March 10, 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon
Tickets are SOLD OUT.
Family Time
Mondays, April 14 and May 12, 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon
Registration required; tickets go on sale March 5 at 10 a.m.
Just for children 0–24 months old and their caregivers. Join us in the galleries for songs and story time, followed by playtime and an opportunity to mingle with other parents and caregivers.
Toddler Art
Golden Wonders
Selected Wednesdays and Fridays, January 8, 10 and 17, 11 a.m.–noon
Registration required
Dress Up!
Selected Wednesdays and Fridays, February 7, 12 and 14, 11 a.m.–noon
Registration required
Marine Magic
Selected Wednesdays and Fridays, March 7, 19 and 21, 11 a.m.–noon
Registration required
Bug Bash
Selected Wednesdays and Fridays, April 9, 11 and 25, 11 a.m.–noon
Registration required
Cityscapes
Selected Wednesdays and Fridays, May 9, 14 and 16, 11 a.m.–noon
Registration required
For 2 and 3 year olds and a favorite grown-up. We’ll explore works of art in the galleries and then create our own project or engage in sensory play.
Arturo’s Art & Me
Fairy Tales
Thursday and Saturday, January 9 and 11, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Registration required
Animal Adventures
Saturday and Thursday, February 8 and 13, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Registration required
Kings & Queens
Thursday and Saturday, March 6 and 8, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Registration required
World Travelers
Thursday and Saturday, April 10 and 12, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Registration required
Pieces of Me
Saturday and Thursday, May 10 and 15, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Registration required
For a 3–5 year old and a favorite grown-up. Adults and young children listen to a story, look at works of art and play hands-on games in the Museum galleries before creating an original work of art in the studio.
Family Workshop
Dinner Party
Saturday, January 11, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required
Master Makers
Thursday, February 13, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required
The Way of Flowers
Saturday, March 8, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required
Imagine That!
Saturday, April 12, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required
Exploring Music
Saturday, May 10, 1–2:30 p.m.
Registration required
For children ages 6–12 and their favorite grown-ups. Explore the galleries, engage in artful conversations and try hands-on games as a family before creating a work of art in the studio.
Collection Highlights Tours
Third Saturdays, 2–3 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Explore the DMA’s four floors of art with a DMA docent and visit some of the highlights of the Museum's global collection. Whether you are an art history buff or this is your first visit, we can't wait to talk about art with you! Tours meet at the Guest Services Desk near the Museum’s Main Entrance and are limited to 30 participants. All ages are welcome. To request accessibility accommodations such as ASL interpretation, gallery stools or wheelchairs, please send an email to access@dma.org.
Open Studio
First and third Saturdays and Sundays, noon–4 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Whether you love to draw, paint, sculpt or glue, we've got a project for you! Stop by on the first and third Saturday and Sunday. Art projects change each month, offering new inspiration for playing and creating. All materials are provided. The first hour of Open Studio is dedicated to providing a pleasant sensory environment for art creation, with a focus on offering a calm and relaxing atmosphere for our sensory-sensitive attendees, but all are welcome!
Pop-Up Art Spot
Saturdays, 1–4 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Looking for a hands-on experience in the DMA galleries? Visit the Pop-Up Art Spot for creative writing, playing and sketching activities inspired by nearby works of art. All ages welcome.
Meaningful Moments
Selected Tuesdays and Fridays, January 24, February 25, March 25, April 22, May 20, 10:30 a.m.–noon
Free; registration required
Join us at the Nasher Sculpture Center and the Dallas Museum of Art for Meaningful Moments art workshops. This program provides a nurturing environment for adults ages 45+ who experience chronic, life-threatening or degenerative illness, or early to mid-stages of dementia, along with their care partners. Come and experience a harmonious fusion of social interaction, artistic engagement and mindful activities, guided by our dedicated and trained museum staff.
Sensory Days
Sensory Day at the Frontiers of Flight Museum
Saturday, January 25, 9 a.m.–noon
Free; registration required
Sensory Day at the Nasher
Saturday, April 12, 8–11 a.m.
Sensory Days are a collaboration between local arts and culture organizations to provide sensory-friendly programming. Families will enjoy fun interactives and explore different cultural institutions with fewer crowds and less noise and stimulation than on a typical day. Discover through active and quiet learning activities designed for neurodiverse learners of all ages.
Dance for PD
Saturday, January 25, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Free; registration required
Experience an engaging workshop led by Domingo Estrada, a dancer and Dance for Parkinson’s educator. Be inspired by the dynamic works in the exhibition Cecily Brown: Themes and Variations and join in a movement session held in our studio space.
Autism Acceptance Month
Throughout April
April is Autism Acceptance Month! This month is dedicated to promoting acceptance, inclusion and understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and neurodiversity. It’s a time to celebrate the unique strengths and abilities of individuals with autism while advocating for their rights and opportunities.
Throughout April, we’ll offer free activities that highlight sensory-friendly programs and showcase community members making a difference.
Barefoot Day
Saturday, April 26, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Free; no registration required
Here’s your opportunity to explore the Museum without shoes—barefoot! We’re offering this unique sensory experience in support of the neurodiverse community as part of the Barefoot Autism Challenge. The challenge is being held in conjunction with Autism Acceptance Month.
Mental Health Awareness Month
Throughout May
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating the power of art through mindful experiences! Throughout the month, enjoy free activities that spotlight community members championing mental health initiatives, along with engaging mindfulness activities.
Special Education Art Workshops
Workshops are available to book Tuesdays–Thursdays, March–May 2025, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Free; registration required
Our Special Education Art Workshops bring the wonders of the DMA to pre-K through 12th grade students in your special education classroom (FLS, TC, and ADL), FREE OF CHARGE, through an hour-long workshop that inspires students to engage with works of art from our collection. All workshops include hands-on exploration, experiences and art-making activities that provide opportunities for individual creative expression. Workshops are offered in English, Spanish and Bilingual Spanish/English. Special Education Art Workshops are available for schools (private or public) within Dallas city limits or part of Dallas ISD.
Go van Gogh
Programming for the spring semester begins Tuesday, January 14, 9:30 a.m.
Free; registration required
Go van Gogh brings the wonders of the DMA to pre-K through 6th grade students in your classroom, FREE OF CHARGE, through hour-long programs that inspire students to engage with works of art from our collection. Offered in English, Spanish and Bilingual Spanish/English, all programs include hands-on experiences and art-making activities that provide opportunities for individual creative expression. Go van Gogh programs are available for schools (private or public) within Dallas city limits or that are part of Dallas ISD for grades pre-K through 6th and Special Education.
Middle School Partnership Application
Opens Tuesday, April 1, 9 a.m.
Apply now to be a 2025–2026 Middle School Partner! Each year the Dallas Museum of Art works with one partner middle school to build a customized multi-visit program for your students. We’ll visit your campus six times over the course of the school year and facilitate hands-on workshops that support social-emotional learning and creative thinking through artmaking. Workshop themes are created in collaboration with art teachers for their 6–8th grade students and align with TEKS curriculum standards.