Birmingham Museum of Art

Something magnifique is en route! 🇫🇷 “Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950” presented by @pncbank opens at the BMA in less than three months!! Opening January 30, this exhibition will transport you to France at a time of radical change—when bold ideas reshaped culture, politics, and the very definition of art. Organized by the @brooklynmuseum , see masterpieces by Cézanne, Chagall, Degas, Matisse, Monet, Pissarro, Renoir, and more, brought together in one sweeping presentation. And for the first time, the Birmingham Museum of Art has nearly doubled the original exhibition with works from our own world-class collection, offering an even deeper look at this groundbreaking moment in art history. 📅 Save the date! Members get early access to discounted tickets beginning on Sunday, November 23. Tickets go on sale to the public on Sunday, November 30. #BMAExhibition #MonettoMatisse #BrooklynMuseum #FrenchArt #Monet #Matisse #FrenchModerns #ThingsToDoInBirminghamAL

African Heritage Festival is back! Join us for a day of fun to celebrate the vibrant traditions of African cultures with our annual African Heritage Festival! The festival will feature art making, performances, face painting, and a focus on the BMA’s African art collection. This event is FREE with registration!

Café BMA will be closed today, May 15, due to a private event. We look forward to welcoming you back to the café on Wednesday, May 20. #CafeBMA #BhamAlabama #BirminghamMuseumOfArt

Don't forget: Museum members enjoy year-round benefits, including discounted exhibition tickets! Museum membership also unlocks special discounts in our shop and café, along with invites to exclusive member events. Explore more about membership on our website! #BMAMembership #MuseumMembership #BMAExhibition #MonetToMatisse #ArtMuseum

After twenty years at the Birmingham Museum of Art, including nearly a decade as The R. Hugh Daniel Director and CEO, Graham C. Boettcher, Ph.D., has been appointed Director and CEO of the @norman_rockwell_museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts.⁠ ⁠ During his tenure, Graham helped shape the BMA into a more dynamic, ambitious, and community-centered institution. He led the Museum through a period of sustained growth, expanding its national profile through acclaimed exhibitions, strengthening the collection, and deepening engagement with audiences across Birmingham and beyond.⁠ ⁠ Under Graham’s leadership, the BMA advanced initiatives in education, accessibility, and public programming while fostering meaningful partnerships throughout the community. His vision and scholarship helped position the Museum as both a leading cultural institution and a welcoming space for all who visit.⁠ ⁠ The BMA’s Board has appointed Chantal Drake, the James Milton and Sallie R. Johnson Deputy Director, to serve as Interim Director and CEO beginning August 1, 2026. Since joining the Museum in 2023, Chantal has provided substantive oversight across all areas of the Museum’s operations and brings extensive leadership experience in museum management, development, communications, and community engagement. Her background and collaborative leadership will help ensure a seamless transition as the Museum continues advancing its mission.⁠ ⁠ The Board has initiated plans for a national search for the Museum’s next Director and CEO. Graham will continue in his role through July 31, working closely with board leadership and staff to support a smooth and thoughtful transition.⁠ ⁠ The Birmingham Museum of Art is deeply grateful to Graham for his decades of leadership and service to the Museum and the City of Birmingham.

As "Monet to Matisse" enters its final days, here are some things you need to know when planning your visit: Buy Tickets Ahead of Time: To guarantee a ticket into the exhibition, we strongly encourage purchasing tickets in advance, as select dates are nearing capacity. Enjoy Extended Hours: To provide even more opportunities to experience "Monet to Matisse," the Museum is offering extended exhibition hours on select days. Plan Your Visit: Visitors may experience wait times to enter the exhibition. For the best experience and lighter crowds, we recommend planning an afternoon visit. More information about the exhibitions and tickets can be found on our website! "Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950" is presented by @pncbank and organized by the @brooklynmuseum . #MonetToMatisse #FrenchModerns #BMAExhibition #Monet #Matisse

Mark your calendars! We have a new exhibition opening THIS WEEKEND! The BMA's newest exhibition, "Disruption!," invites viewers to witness all forms of disruption by presenting artworks that foreground engagement that actively invokes emotion and inquisitiveness. Disruption is a prominent practice that challenges peoples’ initial expectations of art and the rules that answer basic questions like “what is art?” and “what can art do?” It invites viewers to look beyond their preconceived notions and scratch beneath the surface to reveal deeper meaning. The concept of disruption can take many forms, including experimenting with new materials and techniques of expression, visually interrupting the subject of an artwork, and using art as a form of protest to challenge historical narratives. Stop by this Saturday to be one of the first to see this new (FREE) exhibition! #BMAExhibition #ArtMuseum #ArtGallery #ArtExhibition #BirminghamMuseumOfArt – Yolanda M. López (born 1942), "Women’s Work is Never Done," 1995, 16-color screenprint; Collection of the Art Fund, Inc. at the Birmingham Museum of Art; Gift of Susie and Scott Robertson, AFI.281.2010.6

11 days until the Sun Ra Arkestra lands at Saturn🪐 it’ll be a night to remember! Secure your tickets at sunraday.com

Art After 5: Emily in Paris brought a chic, Parisian-inspired night to the Museum! 🇫🇷 Merci to all who came out! “Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950” is presented by @pncbank and organized by the @brooklynmuseum . #BMAEvent #ArtAfter5 #BirminghamMuseumOfArt

This year's Museum Ball, "Etoile: A Parisian Affair," presented by @regionsbank , was a huge success! The Museum Ball raises funds that provide critical resources for our Learning & Engagement department. This event allows us to provide public programs and community engagement through Beyond BMA. Thank you to all who made this possible! 🎥 @evan.espinoza #BMAEvent #MuseumBall #BirminghamMuseumOfArt #ArtMuseum #Art

The BMA welcomes the @sunraarkestraofficial to explore the creative legacy of Birmingham native, Sun Ra. The Cry of Jazz: Film Screening and Panel Discussion featuring the Sun Ra Arkestra Thursday May 21 from 6–7:30pm Free Registration This special screening of the 1959 film "The Cry of Jazz," will be followed by a panel discussion with moderators Burgin Matthews and Jessica Chriesman in conversation with Sun Ra Arkestra members Carl LeBlanc, Knoel Scott, and Vincent Chancey, exploring their lasting influence across music, film, and visual culture. Presented in partnership with @filmbhamspotlight and @earthlibraries , the program is part of this year’s Sun Ra Day Festival, a three-day celebration taking place across Birmingham from May 20–22 and culminating in a live performance at @saturnbham . The festival also extends to London with a month-long exhibition at ROVR Art Gallery in Soho, alongside film screenings and twenty-four-hour radio broadcasts, highlighting the global legacy of Birmingham native Sun Ra. Register for free on our website now. #BMAEvent #FilmScreening #ThingsToDoInBhamAL #BirminghamMuseumOfArt – Sun Ra Collection, "Universe in Blue" album cover print proof, 1972, Clarence B. Hanson, Jr. Library and Archives, Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham, Alabama, ARC.2022.2, © Sun Ra LLC

Join us for a special ArtBreak led by Dr. Tray Ridlen, Art History Professor at Jacksonville State University. Dr. Ridlen will discuss his scholarly work and the development of the "Monet to Matisse" smartguide, offering insight into how digital interpretation enhances visitor engagement with the exhibition. The presentation will be followed by a guided tour of "Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950" in the Jemison Galleries. Please note that this ArtBreak will be held in the "Monet to Matisse" exhibition, therefore the registration fee of $19.51 covers the cost of an exhibition ticket. "Monet to Matisse: French Moderns, 1850–1950" is presented by @pncbank and organized by the @brooklynmuseum . #MonetToMatisse #BMAEvent #ArtBreak #FrenchModerns #BMAExhibition – Auguste Rodin (1840–1917), "Balzac in Monk's Habit," about 1893; cast 1971, bronze; Brooklyn Museum, Gift of the Iris and Gerald Cantor Foundation, 84.75.22