Spring 2021 Preview

save the dates

Art in Bloom 2021

Thursday–Sunday, June 3–6, and Thursday–Sunday, June 10–13

Members tickets go on sale Wednesday, April 7

Tickets: visit.ncartmuseum.org

As the weather gets warmer, our popular, annual exhibition takes place during not one but two extended weekends in June.

A perennial favorite, Art in Bloom displays the stunning creativity of floral designers who interpret works of art in the Museum collection. Learn more at ncartmuseum.org/bloom.

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FROM THE DIRECTOR

Dear friends,

With spring around the corner, a hopeful horizon promising exciting opportunities emerges. I am energized for the months ahead as we bring you exhibitions both ancient and contemporary and provide free access to our collection and Park, where you can continue to encounter singular programs for all ages.

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Membership Matters 20 What to Expect When You Visit

21 Exhibitions at a Glance

Families, history buffs, and art lovers alike will enjoy the American art museum debut of Golden Mummies of Egypt, now opening in early March. It shines a gilded spotlight on ancient Greco-Roman Egyptians at a cultural crossroads, exploring their everyday life and grand plans for the afterlife. This presentation of the outstanding Manchester Museum collection is set in dialogue with the work of pan-Arab artist Moataz Nasr, whose videos in Delicate Balance reflect on the impact of social conventions on contemporary Egyptian society.

We’re equally delighted to bring you To Be Young: Coming of Age in the Contemporary, a timely exploration of works in the collection that investigate how young people of diverse backgrounds navigate the rites and rituals of growing up and developing identities and formative social ties.

Over this last year, the NCMA remained committed to making a difference in the lives of North Carolinians through the People’s Collection, delivering at-home art kits across the state, virtual tours and lectures, and new performing arts programs like musical interventions in the galleries sparked by favorite works of art.

In the coming months, we’ll continue to offer engaging virtual and onsite experiences that make your safety a top priority. We look forward to a season that celebrates the power of the arts to invite contemplation and create a sense of wonder and excitement.

cover , 1st century c.e., human remains, linen, plaster, and gold leaf, Manchester Museum, © 2020 Manchester Museum / Michael Pollard Photographer

Floral display by Brandi Dennison and Amber Cassle of Brandi's Botanicals, Youngsville, N.C., in front of Pierre-Jacques Volaire’s The Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius (1777)

GOLDEN MUMMIES OF EGYPT

March 6–July 11, 2021

East Building, Level B, Meymandi Exhibition Gallery

Mummies, gold, and an obsessive belief in the afterlife.

These ideas are at the core of our interpretation of “Ancient Egypt.” But how important were these concepts to the Egyptians, and how long did they survive after the last of the pharaohs? Golden Mummies of Egypt uses the outstanding collection of the Manchester Museum in England to explore expectations of a life after death during the relatively littleknown Greco-Roman era of Egyptian history—when Egypt was ruled first by a Greek royal family, ending with Queen Cleopatra VII, and then by Roman emperors (a period spanning 300 b .c . e.–300 c . e.).

Greeks and Romans had rather bleak expectations for an existence after death. However, the Egyptian afterlife offered them the possibility of being reborn into a bright, perfected version of this world, to join Osiris, the god of rebirth and ruler of the underworld, and to live for eternity. Wealthy members of this multicultural society made elaborate preparations for the afterlife, combining Egyptian, Greek, and Roman ideals of eternal beauty. The millennia-old sacred art of mummification was still practiced, but the coffins that protected the mummies had largely fallen out of use. Instead, intricately wrapped mummies were decorated with images of Egyptian funerary deities and amuletic symbols that offered protection against the various dangers on the path to the afterlife, as well as hauntingly beautiful portraits or arresting plaster or cartonnage mummy masks that gave the deceased the power of sight.

Made of painted and gilded cartonnage—which is like papier mâché—the mummy masks are not meant to hide or obscure the face of the departed, as the word mask implies. Instead they are representations of the deceased, eternally beautiful and idealized, shown with characteristics of Egyptian deities said to have skin of gold and hair of lapis lazuli (a blue, semiprecious stone). Resembling a deity was a powerful aid to achieving eternal life, as gods in Egypt were thought to be immortal. Gold’s glittering quality also symbolized the reflection of the sun’s rays and was associated with the sun god, Ra, who was reborn every morning. Thus the act of covering an object in gold was thought to provide magical protection.

Pharaonic mummy masks were just the start. Linen shrouds, plaster or cartonnage portraits, and wooden mummy panels depicted the deceased with Roman hairstyles, garments, and jewelry fashionable at the time. Of these, the mummy panels—the so-called Faiyum portraits—are among the most striking images from antiquity. Each was made using a mixture of hot wax and pigment, creating a stunning, lifelike effect that appeals to modern tastes.

Golden Mummies of Egypt presents eight mummies, all retaining their original portraits and mummy coverings, fully wrapped and untouched since antiquity, and some still in their coffins. The mummies were discovered at Hawara, Egypt, in 1888–89 and 1910–11 by the famed British Egyptologist William Matthew Flinders Petrie. However the exhibition is much more than just mummies and their beautiful, idealized portraits. The show places Egypt within a broader ancient Mediterranean context and its ties to Nubia; explores religious beliefs and expectations for the afterlife during this multicultural period in Egypt’s ancient history; discusses the practices of preservation and decoration of the body, and the transformation of the deceased into a divine being; introduces social constructions of identity; and puts the archaeological excavations at Hawara in their colonial and sociopolitical contexts.

Golden Mummies is accompanied by a superb publication written by Campbell Price, curator of Egypt and Sudan at the Manchester Museum, and a series of virtual lectures and other programming related to the themes presented in the exhibition.

UNWRAPPING RACISM

The gilded mummies were discovered at Hawara in 1888–89 and 1910–11, at a time when Egypt was under British rule. Archaeology, while seeking to learn more about ancient peoples and culture, was nonetheless a colonial enterprise that perpetuated racist views of Egypt and Africa and promoted Eurocentric supremacy at the height of the British empire. Egyptologist William Matthew Flinders Petrie, who directed the Hawara excavations, was not only renowned for his scientific excavation methods but also was a proponent of eugenics, using prejudiced opinions to argue for racial hierarchies. The exhibition and the associated publication seek to bring these colonial and racial biases to light and help the field of Egyptology take a critical look at its past.

Golden Mummies of Egypt is developed and produced by Nomad Exhibitions. In Raleigh additional support for this exhibition is made possible, in part, by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources; the North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation, Inc.; and the William R. Kenan Jr. Endowment for Educational Exhibitions.

RELATED EVENTS

See pages 12–17 for details.

Virtual Weinberg Lecture on Egyptology: Learning from Egyptian Mummies

Sunday, March 7

Virtual Mindful Museum

Art and Mortality Workshop

Tuesday, March 9

Virtual Lunchtime Lectures

Flinders Petrie on Golden Mummies, Race, and Faces

Saturday, April 17

Golden Mummies: Adapting Funerary Beliefs and Traditions

Thursday, May 13

Virtual Studio Workshops

Laura Moriarty: Encaustic Arts Past and Future

Saturdays, March 6 and 13

Sacred Geometry with Peter Marin

Saturdays, April 10 and 17

NCMA in Dialogue: Art, Death, and Rebirth

Wednesday, May 19

Golden Mummies Family Day

Saturday, May 22

TICKETS

Reserve at visit.ncartmuseum.org. for member’s first visit; subsequent visits 50% off $20 Nonmembers

$17 Seniors

$14 Youth ages 7–18 for children 6 and under free with college ID every Friday, 3–5 pm

Questions about ticketing? Email help@ncartmuseum.org.

The NCMA thanks the Golden Mummies of Egypt Leadership Committee for their support of this exhibition:

presenting sponsors

Nancy and Ron McFarlane

s upporting s ponsors

Anna and Jim Romano

p articipating s ponsors

Connie and Elliot Bossen

M edia s ponsors

Egyptian, from Lahun, Mummy mask for a woman, circa 50 c.e., gilded and painted cartonnage, © 2020 Manchester Museum, University of Manchester / Julia Thorne, Tetisheri

Egyptian, from Hawara, Mummy shroud of a young girl, circa 280–350 c.e., plaster, linen, and gold leaf, Manchester Museum, © 2020 Manchester Museum / Michael Pollard Photographer

Egyptian, from Hawara, Mummy mask (large detail), 332–30 b.c.e., plaster and linen, Manchester Museum, © 2020 Manchester Museum / Michael Pollard Photographer

Egyptian, possibly from Hawara, Portrait of a woman, circa 138–160 c.e., wood, Manchester Museum, © 2020 Manchester Museum / Michael Pollard Photographer

More to See

Free; reserve exhibition tickets at visit.ncartmuseum.org.

MOATAZ NASR: DELICATE

BALANCE

March 6–July 25, 2021

East Building, Galleries 3 and 4

TO BE YOUNG: COMING OF AGE IN THE CONTEMPORARY

April 3, 2021–2022

West Building, Contemporary Galleries

Where does childhood end and adulthood begin? The answer may not be as conclusive as some would assume. To Be Young: Coming of Age in the Contemporary offers an introspective overview of coming of age across various communities throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Seeking to answer the question, the exhibition explores how youths process development through concepts such as identity, community, and kinship to form new perspectives on the world.

To Be Young invites visitors to reflect on how the rituals that constitute coming of age may change due to the current social climate stimulated by an ongoing racial justice movement and public health crisis.

Acclaimed pan-Arab artist and activist Moataz Nasr (born 1961, Alexandria, Egypt; lives and works in Cairo) creates works of art that offer a contemporary look at Egyptian society and explores often-exoticized and romanticized perceptions of Egypt.

In this installation two videos explore alternating concepts from Nasr’s home country. The Mountain (2017) is a cinematic narrative about a young woman’s clash between her modern life and her village’s conventional expectations. This work was presented by Egypt in its national pavilion at the 2017 Venice Biennale (one among 90 national pavilions in this worldfamous biennial exhibition). Merge and Emerge (2011) is a meditative, hypnotic presentation by three Sufi dancers, inviting us to experience ecstatic prayerfulness.

In each video Nasr highlights traditions and values often associated with Egypt and other Middle Eastern/North African nations—especially female submissiveness and mystical beliefs. Nasr invites contemplation of the delicate balance between past and present, tradition and innovation.

Moataz Nasr, Still from the video The Mountain, 2017, video: 12 min., Courtesy the artist and Galleria Continua Organized by the North Carolina Museum of Art. Generously supported by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

James Huff, Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow, 1979, oil and acrylic on canvas, 61 1/4 x 40 in., Purchased with funds from the State of North Carolina and the Museum Special Gift Fund

M y nc M a Events, Lectures, Tours, Enrichment

For paid events, minor fees and taxes may apply.

society and culture and explore how creatives are using the arts as a tool for change in the world.

March 24

S eeking Self

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Environmental Art in a Time of Crisis

Virtual Freedom Seder

Wednesday, March 24, 7 pm free , registration required

☥ Golden Mummies Event

VIRTUAL LECTURES, TOURS, DISCUSSIONS

Tickets/registration: visit.ncartmuseum.org

☥ Virtual Weinberg Lecture of Egyptology

Learning from Egyptian Mummies

Sunday, March 7, 2 pm

free ; registration required

This virtual lecture by pathologist Michael R. Zimmerman explores the evolution of diseases and how their role in human history can be discovered through archaeological evidence provided by the study of Egyptian mummies.

NCMA Film Club

Fridays, March 19, April 16, May 21, 7

free ; registration required

If you enjoy discussing film, please join us for our free, virtual NCMA Film Club! Watch a curated film at your convenience, and join a film-lover's discussion with a special guest.

VIRTUAL LUNCHTIME LECTURES

free ; registration required

A Date with Director Hillings

Thursday, April 8, noon

N CMA Director Valerie Hillings reflects upon various milestones in the Museum’s history and previews some exciting future plans.

☥ Flinders Petrie on Golden Mummies, Race, and Faces

S aturday, April 17, noon

Manchester Egyptologist Campbell Price discusses Petrie’s discovery of the golden m ummies at Hawara and how Petrie’s study

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rt, Death, and Rebirth

VIRTUAL HUMBER LECTURES

; registration required

A Ce ntury of Women: he NCMA’s Collection of Female Artists

hursday, March 25, 7 pm

ennifer Dasal, curator of modern and ontemporary art, shares some of her favorite rks by women artists in the collection. Learn ore about the NCMA’s ongoing efforts to xpand representation of women and other verse creators.

oundations of the NCMA: 1924–1960

hursday, May 27, 7 pm

yle Humphrey, associate curator of European art nd collections history, takes you on a decadesong journey through downtown Raleigh and eyond to explain how the first state-funded art useum in the nation came to be.

upported by the Robert Lee Humber Lectures Endowment

Virtual Panel Discussion

To Be Young: Coming of Age in the Contemporary Thursday, May 20, 7 pm

; registration required

This panel discussion on the exhibition To Be Young features artists in conversation with exhibition curator and Mellon Foundation Assistant Curator Maya Brooks as they discuss how coming of age is represented in their art.

Join the NCMA and the Friends of the Judaic Art Gallery for the inaugural Freedom Seder, a time to recognize freedom from slavery, remember stories of liberation, and lift our hopes for a future of peace and justice. We’ll meet virtually with religious and civic leaders from around North Carolina to share the importance of renewal, storytelling, community, and social action.

Virtual Public Tours

The NCMA welcomes adult, community, and personal groups for virtual, engaging, online discussions led by a Museum docent. Explore Highlights of the Collection or visit Golden Mummies of Egypt. Email help@ncartmuseum.org for details and to request a tour.

OUTDOOR EVENTS

Tickets/registration: visit.ncartmuseum.org

Park Tours

Saturdays, starting in April, 10:30 am free ; registration required Enjoy art and nature in a 90-minute tour that leads you through the Park past site-specific works of art and sustainable natural areas. The route has variations in surface and incline. Walking shoes, hats, and water bottles are recommended. Limited to eight participants. No tours April 3 and June 19.

Egyptian, from Hawara, Mummy of a woman called Isaious (detail), 1st century c.e., human remains, linen, plaster, and gold leaf, Manchester Museum, © 2020 Manchester Museum / Michael Pollard Photographer

Morning Bird Walk

Saturdays, April 10, May 8, 8:30 am

Museum Park, Ellipse

free; registration required

Join our resident birding enthusiast, Park ranger Chantal Taunton, on a meandering 90-minute walk through the Museum Park in search of migratory and native birds. Wear a mask, and please bring your own binoculars, as well as water, a notebook, and pen. All levels welcome, from beginner to seasoned birders; ages 8 and up. Space is limited.

Tai Chi in the Park

Tuesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27, and May 4, 11, 18, 25

7 pm , Museum Park, Ellipse

free; registration required

This ancient Chinese martial art combines slow, gentle, flowing movements with focused attention and deep breathing. You’ll be ensconced in art and nature for an hour, calming the mind and increasing overall well-being. Taught by Imari Colón of East Cloud Kung Fu. All skill levels welcome; ages 16 and up. Space is limited.

Earth Day Outdoor Movie

Leaning into the Wind: Andy Goldsworthy

Thursday, April 22, 8:30 pm

Museum Park Theater

free; registration required

Celebrate Earth Day with a movie under the stars that conveys the powerful intersection of art and nature. Leaning into the Wind (PG, 2017) is a documentary

Outdoor Slow Art

Wednesday, May 5, 7 pm

Museum Park, Ellipse

$5 Members

$6 Nonmembers

Calm the mind and experience art in a deeper way. This hour-long immersion guides you through centering techniques and a breathing practice followed by an intentional observation of a sculpture in the Park. Sharing and discussion are encouraged. Wear a mask, dress for the outdoors, and be prepared to walk up to a mile total. For ages 16 and up. Space is limited.

Save the Date!

Golden Mummies Family Day

Saturday, May 22

SPECIAL EVENT

More info: email help@ncartmuseum.org

VIRTUAL MINDFUL MUSEUM

Tickets/registration: visit.ncartmuseum.org

Art-Making Demonstration

Wednesday, March 3, 7 pm

$5 Members

$6 Nonmembers

Unwind while seeing art created. This mesmerizing hour-long virtual experience guides you through a brief centering practice and lets you watch, live and up close, a local artist creating an original work of art. Listen to a soothing playlist provided to help set the mood for enjoying this meditative art-making demonstration. For ages 16 and up.

Art and Mortality Workshop

Tuesday, March 9, 7 pm

$25 Members

$30 Nonmembers

Drawing upon themes from Golden Mummies of Egypt, this two-hour virtual workshop intimately explores death, dying, and life transitions, and it’s actually not morbid at all! Join us to unravel

these often-taboo subjects to better understand ancient beliefs around the end of life and embrace an intentional approach to confronting mortality. Facilitated by a professional death doula. Ages 18 and up.

Slow-Art Appreciation

Wednesdays, March 17, April 21, May 19, 7 pm free; registration required Slow art is a growing movement to mindfully observe and communally appreciate art. This hour-long virtual program offers centering techniques and a breathing practice followed by an intentional observation of a work of art from our collection. Sharing and discussion encouraged. Calm the mind and experience art in a deeper way. For ages 16 and up.

Spring Astrology and Meditation Workshop

Tuesday, March 23, 6:30 pm

$25 Members

$30 Nonmembers

The Yoga Almanac, co-authored by Raleigh yoga teacher Andrea Rice, aligns yoga with the astrological seasons. Join Rice for this two-hour virtual experience to embody the awakening energy of spring and discover current astrological patterns. Rice offers mindfulness meditations and journaling prompts for self-reflection, as well as a practical ritual to find expansion. All skill levels welcome; ages 16 and up.

Poetry Hour

Wednesday, April 7, 7 pm

$5 Members

$6 Nonmembers

Join writer-scholar Jameela F. Dallis to write poems inspired by the Museum’s collection. Ekphrasis means description in Greek, and ekphrastic poems are often vivid descriptions of works of art. Through grounding exercises, guided reflections, and writing prompts, participants respond to works of art, encountering their own creativity through language. Discussion and sharing encouraged. For ages 16 and up. Ends at 8 pm .

Sensory Journey through Art

Thursdays, March 11, April 8, May 13, 7 pm free; registration required

Join the NCMA and Arts Access to virtually journey around the world, inspired by art. This event is intended for adults who are blind, have low vision, or have a learning need that benefits from a sensory experience. Registration includes a small kit of objects to awaken the senses and help connect to the artwork, which differs at each event. Audio description and captioning provided. For ages 21 and up. Space is limited.

Sign Up Early for Summer Fun Summer Camps

Tickets now on sale for members!

June–August, 2021

$275 Members (per camp)

$305 Nonmembers (per camp)

Ages 6–11

Splish, Splash. Heroes and Villains. Not So Still Life. Buggin’ Out.

These are just a few of the fun themes on tap for this summer’s art camps, designed especially for kids ages 6 to 11. Learn more about individual camps and their age ranges by emailing help@ncartmuseum.org.

Virtual Teen Art Portfolio Development Workshops

Wednesdays–Fridays, June 23, 24, 25; July 21, 22, 23; and August 18, 19, 20

1–3 pm

$25 Members

$30 Nonmembers

More information: email help@ncartmuseum.org.

environmentalist Andy Goldsworthy, who produces astonishing site-specific sculptures in natural and urban settings.

VIRTUAL STUDIO WORKSHOPS

Tickets: visit.ncartmuseum.org

Abstract Painting from Memory with Zach Storm

Saturdays, May 8 and 15, 1:30–3 pm

$45 Members

$50 Nonmembers

Take a more intuitive approach to painting as you learn to let loose and paint your mind’s-eye impressions of memories, dreams, and landscapes. Follow step-by-step demos and fun prompts, and experiment with new ways to paint freely without self-judgment as guided by L.A.–based artist Zach Storm.

EDUCATORS

Register at learn.ncartmuseum.org/events, except where noted.

Special Exhibition Access for Educators

Tuesday, March 23, 4–7 pm free

☥ Laura Moriarty: Encaustic Arts Past and Future

Saturdays, March 6 and 13, 1:30–3 pm

$45 Members

$50 Nonmembers

Encaustic paintings from ancient Egypt are still on view today. What makes these colors so vibrant and the marks so expressive? Learn how to begin painting with wax from a modern master of the technique, Laura Moriarty, a painter and sculptor whose innovative techniques take the medium to new expressive heights.

☥ Sacred Geometry with Peter Marin

Saturdays, April 10 and 17, 1:30–3 pm

$45 Members

$50 Nonmembers

Examine the evolution of sacred art—from ancient Egyptian to contemporary. Learn about significant mathematical and historical themes that influenced art making, such as divine proportions, musical relationships, the “Fibonacci sequence,” and irrational proportions.

The NCMA invites teachers to enjoy exclusive, onsite access to our East Building exhibitions, including Golden Mummies of Egypt. Reflect and recharge in an inspiring atmosphere at a time reserved just for teachers! This is a self-guided program; tickets are limited to provide a safe, calm environment and are available on the hour at 4, 5, or 6 pm during exhibition hours. Cloth masks required.

Virtual Field Trips

Whether you are in the classroom with students or teaching remotely, the NCMA can host your students virtually. Virtual field trips, including virtual tours of Golden Mummies of Egypt

Visit learn.ncartmuseum.org/vft/ for details and to register.

Self-Guided Student and Youth Group Visits

Reservations for self-guided visits are available for groups of up to 10 students or youths, divided into groups of five with one chaperon. Visits to the permanent collection are available during our regular hours. A limited number of free tickets to Mummies of Egypt students, grades K–12, with available time slots on Wednesday and Thursday at 11:30

1:30 pm . Youth groups (scouts, church) do not receive free admission. Please complete a visit request form for your student or youth group at bit.ly/NCMAyouthtours 10 or more days in advance to avoid overscheduling the galleries. Email help@ncartmuseum.org for more information.

Online Minicourses: Art and Science

Accessible Tuesday, March 30–Tuesday, May 25

Per course:

$13 Members

$15 Nonmembers

Course bundle:

$45 Members

$50 Nonmembers

The NCMA offers educators a series of minicourses on the connections between art and science. Participants explore topics through inquiry-based learning in an online community while gaining valuable classroom connections.

NCMA Connects is generously supported by the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust.

Egyptian, from Hawara, Portrait of a bearded man, circa 185–195 c.e., wood, Manchester Museum, © 2020 Manchester Museum / Michael Pollard Photographer

Membership Matters

There are so many ways to enjoy your dynamic NCMA membership. Let us suggest a few for 2021.

Visit Golden Mummies of Egypt.

This long-awaited exhibition opens March 6, and your membership grants a free, first visit. Patron and above members are eligible for an additional two passes to bring guests so they can also experience this amazing exhibition and all the Museum offers.

Participate in a virtual program.

Pages 12–17 highlight just a few of the virtual programs available. This is the perfect time to learn, grow, and connect through art. Consider asking members from your book club, place of worship, or civic organization to join you to share in a common experience. Visit ncartmuseum.org for a full listing of virtual programs.

Field trip it to the Park.

Did you know the Museum Park, at 164 acres, is one of the largest art parks in the country?

There are so many great opportunities to connect with art, nature, and people in this setting. Offering a panoply of events, including wellness activities and guided nature walks (see pages 13–15), your membership provides you early registration to these outdoor programs at discounted prices. For your safety and the safety of others, please remember to wear your mask and to practice safe, social distancing when in the Park.

Plan Your Travel.

Did you know that Patron and above membership levels allow you to enjoy member pricing benefits at hundreds of museums and botanical gardens? After a long hiatus from travel, this may be your favorite benefit of 2021.

Mark Your Calendar.

Back and better than ever, Art in Bloom is on for early June (see inside front cover), and members get first dibs on tickets starting April 7. Early June is a wonderful time to enjoy these floral masterpieces in our galleries and take in the beauty of the Museum Park.

BLOOMING GENEROSITY

Last year, just as spring approached, we were faced with the difficult decision of whether to proceed with Art in Bloom, our annual festival of art and flowers. With visitor safety our top priority and in keeping with the guidelines of the State of North Carolina, Art in Bloom 2020 was ultimately canceled. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of you who donated the cost of your AiB 2020 tickets back to the Museum. Your generosity inspires us to always reach for the best, and this year, we present an extended Art in Bloom experience in June 2021! See the inside front cover for details and visit ncartmuseum.org/bloom for the latest updates.

What to Expect When You Visit

Gallery hours are Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm . Free, timed tickets and cloth masks are required to access the collection. Reserve tickets online at visit.ncartmuseum. org for a no-touch entry experience, or get one at the check-in desk in either building.

When you arrive you’ll see there’s just one door to enter. Inside, there’s a one-way traffic flow, marked with stanchions and arrows. You may notice extra cleaning going on around you, and there are hand-sanitizing stations throughout the buildings. Lockers are temporarily closed, so you’ll need to leave food, drink, and backpacks in your car—but don’t forget your mask!

Special exhibitions are open, and as always, your first visit is free as a member!

The Museum Park is open every day from dawn to dusk. Learn more about the NCMA’s outdoor events on pages 13–15.

And because life keeps changing, we suggest you check our website for the latest word on our response to the pandemic (ncartmuseum.org/covid19). Please email our helpful Member and Visitor Experience team—help@ncartmuseum.org—with any questions before you visit.

We’re always excited to see you at the NCMA!

at a glance

NCMA Exhibitions

West Building and the Architecture of Light Through March 14, 2021

Miracle on Morgan Street: The Foundations of the NCMA Through May 16, 2021

The Bacchus Conservation Project: The Story of a Sculpture Through June 27, 2021

Reflections on Light: Works from the NCMA Collection Through July 2021

Golden Mummies of Egypt March 6–July 11, 2021

Moataz Nasr: Delicate Balance March 6–July 25, 2021

To Be Young: Coming of Age in the Contemporary April 3, 2021–2022

EXHIBITION TICKETS

Reserve exhibition tickets at visit.ncartmuseum.org.

Exhibition tickets also allow automatic entrance to the permanent collection.

HOURS

Wednesday–Sunday, 10 am –5 pm

Admission to the Museum’s permanent collection is free. The NCMA is a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Reid Wilson, secretary.

Exhibitions in Preview are made possible, in part, by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources; the North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation, Inc.; and the William R. Kenan Jr. Endowment for Educational Exhibitions. Research for these exhibitions is made possible by Ann and Jim Goodnight/The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Fund for Curatorial and Conservation Research and Travel.

2021 Porsche Spyder Raffle

Enter to win a Porsche 718 Spyder, valued at $108,250! This two-door convertible—in the GT Silver Metallic color—has a Leather/Race-Tex interior in black with silver stitching and features 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK). It sports an aesthetic that appeals to car and design enthusiasts alike. Tickets are $100 and only 4,000 will be sold. Tickets available February 3–June 20, 2021, online at ncartmuseum.org/raffle, in person at the Museum ticketing desks, or by calling (919) 715-5923.