McNay Art Museum

This year's "Collecting Texas" event, which brings the community together to vote on the McNay's newest acquisition, showcased artists with ties to Houston. We are thrilled to announce that we acquired three new artworks from the event: Sajeela Siddiq’s Lady in Sari, 2019, received the most votes from event attendees and is now part of the permanent collection. In addition, Emily Joyce’s The Universe Is Not A Rose, 2022, and Gerardo Rosales’ Saqui Saqui, 2023, also entered the collection, thanks to generous support from donors. Thanks to all who joined us to help shape the future of contemporary art at the McNay and engage a diverse community in the discovery and enjoyment of the visual arts. Your support and passion help bring our mission to life.

April at the McNay bursts with team spirit and festive traditions 🏆 Celebrate "Sport and Spectator" at Family Day; dive into Fiesta fun at Second Thursday; and explore art, film, and history through gallery talks and special screenings. Check out the lineup and register today at mcnayart.org/events.

The McNay closes out Women’s History Month with a celebration of women in sports and art. 🏀 🎨 We were honored to welcome staff from Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) for “Women in Sport & Art,” an event celebrating influential women, whose stories inspire and shape our collective culture. The afternoon included a guided tour of our exhibition "Sport and Spectator," followed by a conversation with Corinna Holt Richter, President and Chief Administrative Officer at HOLT CAT, Co-Chair of "Sport and Spectator," former Managing Partner of San Antonio Spurs, and McNay Trustee; Sarah Cardenas, Manager of Learning & Development, SS&E; and the McNay's Jenelle Esparza and Mia Lopez. We are grateful to partner with the San Antonio Spurs and Spurs Give in amplifying the impact of women leaders on the court and in the arts. A special thank you to Spurs Sports & Entertainment for their generous contribution in support of "Sport and Spectator" programming, helping us create spaces for access, belonging, and inspiration. Experience the intersection of art and athletics in "Sport and Spectator," on view in the Tobin Exhibition Galleries. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gdBMxKCf

Now on view 🎭 "Designing Shakespeare through the Ages" explores how artists have reimagined the Bard’s works over time. From 'Hamlet' to 'The Tempest,' see 85+ artworks—including rare maquettes, paintings, and never-before-seen pieces from our collection—alongside stunning costumes from San Pedro Playhouse. Experience Shakespeare’s enduring influence on stage, in pop culture, and beyond. See it now in the Brown Gallery and Tobin Wing, on view through July 6, 2025. This exhibition is a program of The Tobin Theatre Arts Fund.

Artforum reviews "Rasquachismo: 35 Years of a Chicano Sensibility" in its April issue, with insights from writer Nicholas Frank on the exhibition’s impact and Curator of Latinx Art Mia Lopez's vision. Read the full review in Artforum International Magazine and visit the McNay before the exhibition closes this Sunday, March 30.

Our 2025 Fiesta medal is here! 🎉 "Mi Chicano Corazón" by Einar and Jamex de la Torre meets Lotería card, blending art and culture in a vibrant design that captures the spirit of San Antonio’s Fiesta. Many thanks to the de la Torre brothers on this puro rasquache collaboration! Get yours at The McNay Store or online at mcnayart.org/shop before they’re gone. 🫀🌵

We continue our celebration of Women’s History Month with a spotlight on artist Esmaa Mohamoud, whose work in "Sport and Spectator" challenges the game on and off the court. 🏀✨ Growing up as the only girl among four brothers, Mohamoud loved wearing jerseys, but she was once told she had to wear a dress to play outside. Now, in her 'One of the Boys' series, she fuses both worlds, reimagining basketball jerseys as voluminous ball gowns. Her work challenges the hyper-masculine ideals in sports while highlighting the lack of female representation. Catch her thought-provoking work on view at the McNay. 📸 Headshot courtesy of the artist. Esmaa Mohamoud, 'One of the Boys (Sculpture Series)', 2017-19. Sports jersey, silk, velvet, jersey, and shoestring. Courtesy of the artist and Olga Korper Gallery, Toronto, Canada.

📖 To be, or not to be... at the McNay this spring? The answer is clear. Opening March 27, "Designing Shakespeare through the Ages" brings the Bard’s legendary stories to life through maquettes, paintings, and works on paper from the our esteemed Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts and beyond. Celebrate Shakespeare’s lasting influence across time and art forms—from classic productions to pop culture reimaginings. ℹ️ https://lnkd.in/g4D_YPj8

What should we add to our collection? 🖼️ Join us on Friday, March 28 for our annual "Collecting Texas" event, where we showcase artists from one city in Texas and invite the public to cast their vote on which artwork will become the newest addition to the McNay’s collection. This year, we’re turning our focus to Houston—home to a thriving and diverse arts scene. Guests will preview potential acquisitions, learn about the featured artists, and vote for their favorite work. The evening concludes with the winning announcement and a chance to connect with fellow collectors and art enthusiasts. 🎟️ Tickets available at https://lnkd.in/gnWY3vif. Proceeds support the McNay’s contemporary art acquisition fund.