This Is Not a Book Club!

Explore the intersection of art and literature at This Is Not a Book Club! Moderated by Certified Art Appraiser Elana Rubinfeld, each gathering will dive into one new release or art world classic–offering in-depth insights into the people, places, and ideas that shape contemporary art, and illuminating your understanding of this complex

  • January 12, 2027 – Seeing is Forgetting the Name of the Thing One Sees, By Lawrence Weschler
  • March 23, 2027 – Night Studio, By Musa Mayer
  • May 11, 2027 – The Future of the Art World: 38 Dialogues, By Andras Szanto

Space is limited to 15 enthusiastic readers each session. Reading the books in advance is recommended. Purchase the books at the Museum’s SHOP.

 

Meet in the Wendy G. Surkis & Peppi Elona Lobby.

Reserve a spot at upcoming talks

Tuesday, January 12, 2027

11 am – 12:30 pm

Seeing is Forgetting the Name of the Thing One Sees, By Lawrence Weschler

$10 for Members

$20 for Not-Yet Members (includes Museum Admission)

Tuesday, March 23, 2027

11 am – 12:30 pm

Night Studio, By Musa Mayer

$10 for Members

$20 for Not-Yet Members (includes Museum Admission)

Tuesday, May 11, 2027

11 am – 12:30 pm

The Future of the Art World: 38 Dialogues, By Andras Szanto

$10 for Members

$20 for Not-Yet Members (includes Museum Admission)

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

11 am – 12:30 pm

Magician of the Modern: Chick Austin and the Transformation of the Arts in America, By Eugene R. Gaddis

$10 for Members

$20 for Not-Yet Members (includes Museum Admission)

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