An Evening in Focus: Plugged In
- DATE:
- TIME:
- 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Enjoy an electrifying evening celebrating the opening of Plugged In: Art and Electric Light, an exhibition showcasing 20th-century artists who used electric light in their practice. Explore the galleries and experience live music and interactives by Lance Hill of the Vintage Synthesizer Museum, spotlight tours and collaborative art-making activities, as we illuminate how artists experimented with technology and electricity in their work.
EVENT DETAILS
- Fee:
- Free with museum admission. Recommended for visitors of all ages.
- Details:
- No reservations needed.
- Location:
- Meets in Entrance Gallery
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