For the Benefit of All the People
Courtesy of Cleveland Museum of ArtCleveland Museum of Art in 1916
In 1892 Cleveland industrialist and philanthropist Jeptha Wade gifted the land to build the Cleveland Museum of Art with "for the benefit of all the people forever" written on the deed. To this day, all are welcome the CMA to view its world-renowned exhibits, educational programming, and regular performances, lectures, and special events.
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The Cleveland Museum of Art's 14th annual Summer Solstice festival will return on June 21—combining music, art, dance, and visuals for a immersive experience. The event will feature music from international bands and DJs, and access to the museum's collections. Plus, get a sneak peek at portions of the upcoming "Takashi Murakami: Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow" exhibit.
The Cleveland Museum of Art's 33rd annual Parade the Circle, returns on June 14 with the theme "Magical Allure: A Vibrant Celebration of the Snowy Owl." Led by artist Héctor Castellanos Lara, the parade explores themes of wisdom and change through vibrant costumes, puppets, and floats.
Cleveland Museum of Art's "Picasso and Paper" exhibit, is here for only two more weeks. The exhibit showcases nearly 300 works spanning Picasso's career and his exploration of paper as a medium. CMA docents Bob Cohen and Nancy Wilhelm offer insight into the exhibit's significance, the artist's creative process, and the personal connections that make art come alive for visitors.
he exhibition "Love is Resistance," featuring works by CIA students, faculty, and alumni, explores love as a radical act against oppression and will be at the Cleveland Museum of Art's Transformer Station until April 6. Photographer Leah Trznadel documented the opening night activity.
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The Cleveland Museum of Art will host MIX: Dancing Queen event this Friday, March 7, celebrating Women's History Month with a disco-themed dance party. The event will feature DJ Hodgepodge Lodge and DJ Guilty Pleasures spinning vinyl disco sets. There will be themed food and drinks, with free admission to the Picasso and Paper exhibition.
The Cleveland Museum of Art is hosting a variety of Valentine's Day events and exhibitions, offering visitors a unique blend of art, music, and dining experiences. The museum provides diverse options for couples, friends, and art enthusiasts to celebrate the holiday.
The Cleveland Museum of Art is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day will a day of free activities, performances, and exhibits inspired by Dr. King's legacy. The event explores themes of freedom, justice, and democracy through art, music, dance, and storytelling, while also offering free admission to the "Picasso and Paper" exhibit.
Claire Dederer, bestselling author of "Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma," will speak at the Cleveland Museum of Art this week, when she will explore the challenges of appreciating great art created by controversial figures—addressing questions of genius, monstrosity, and our role in navigating these ethical dilemmas.
The undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers and Cleveland Museum of Art debuted the 2024-25 Nike NBA City Edition uniforms and court design at last night's winning game against the Charlotte Hornets. The uniforms feature a coloring-book pattern that merge art and basketball, and will carry over into CMA's December MIX: Art of the Game event.
Cleveland Museum of Art's MIX: Supernatural will combine Halloween spirit with art and music this Friday night, with DJ Fabrizio, themed food and drinks, dancing, and, of course, costumes!
The Cleveland Museum of Art embraces Fall and Halloween with a month of supernatural exhibits, family-friendly activities, live music, the MIX: Supernatural Halloween dance party, and seasonal dining.
The Cleveland Museum of Art and Ideastream Public Media kick off their Third Thursdays series with live local music from Talons' and related conversations, this Thursday, June 20 at CMA's newest venue, the Transformer Station in Hingetown. This week's show is sold out, so don't miss your chance to attend the future free Third Thursdays this summer.
The sun was shining down on the thousands of attendees on Wade Oval at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Parade the Circle last Saturday, June 8. Check out these photos taken by CMA photographer David Brichford, with aerial images provided by Aerial Agents.
The Cleveland Museum of Art's 32nd annual Parade the Circle happens this weekend, expressing "Visions of Harmony" on Wade Oval in University Circle. Excitement and energy are palpable in the parade tent as lead artist Héctor Castellanos Lara and a team of creatives see to the last-minute details. Check out these photos.
This Friday, June 7, the Cleveland Museum of Art will celebrate Pride Month in Cleveland during its monthly MIX: All Out, featuring Cleveland performers DJ Navy Jayde and Dakota Cox, for a night of rainbow light displays, dancing, food and drinks, and drag.
The giant white tent has gone up in University Circle—indicating it's almost time for the Cleveland Museum of Art's 32nd annual Parade the Circle! The University Circle Inc. institutions and groups like Hildebrandt Artist Collective, Inlet Dance Theatre, Julia De Burgos Cultural Arts Center, Samba da Cidade, as well as volunteers, vendors, and other groups, are getting ready for a day of Visions of Harmony.
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