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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Film Screening “Jackelope”

Thursday, Dec. 3, 2015

07:00 PM – 08:30 PM
US/Central

A conversation with filmmaker Ken Harrison and participating artists follows the film.

The Glassell School of Art presents a special free screening of a new digital restoration of this cinema verité documentary, which examines Texas's art scene in 1975. Jackelope takes place through the eyes of sculptor James Surls, multimedia artist Bob Wade, and painter George Green. Other artists, including Mel Casas, Letitia Eldredge, and John Alexander, also share their thoughts on working in the Lone Star State.

This program is free! Drop in to participate. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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HOURS & ADMISSION

  • Wednesday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thursday, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Friday - Saturday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Sunday , 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    • Monday (Except selected holidays) | Closed.
    • Tuesday | Closed.
    • Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day | Closed.

  • Museum Admission

    ALL ACCESS tickets provide entry to Special Exhibitions and the MFAH Permanent Collections. Purchase online or drop by any admissions desk.
    • MFAH Member  FREE
    • ALL ACCESS (Adult 19+)  $24
    • ALL ACCESS (Senior 65+ with ID)  $20
    • ALL ACCESS (Youth 13–18)  $20
    • ALL ACCESS (Child 12 & Under)  FREE
    • *Thursday MFAH Permanent Collections (All Ages)  FREE
    • *Thursday ALL ACCESS (13 & Up)  $10
    On Thursday, admission to the MFAH Permanent Collections is free for all individuals, courtesy of Shell USA, Inc. Special Exhibitions require a separate, discounted ALL ACCESS ticket.

Directions & Parking

  • Law Building

Special Offers / Dining

Paolo Fronza, from Fellini Caffè, runs this sophisticated dining operation. Enjoy an array of Italian-inspired fare with a Texas flair, a European-style coffee bar, a kids menu, and much more at the MFA Café, located on the lower level of the Beck Building.

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