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Dallas Contemporary’s mission is to present the art of our time to the public: to document new directions in art through rotating exhibitions, publications, and learning programs for visitors of all ages. As a contemporary arts institution that grapples with timely and complex issues in one of the fastest growing metroplexes in our nation, we firmly believe in the power of artists' ideas and voices to chronicle and transform society.

A moment to pause, prepare, and look ahead.As we look ahead to a new season at Dallas Contemporary, the museum will be t...
09/04/2026

A moment to pause, prepare, and look ahead.

As we look ahead to a new season at Dallas Contemporary, the museum will be temporarily closed throughout September as we deinstall Francisco Moreno’s Historia Sintética and prepare for the opening of Iván Argote’s upcoming exhibition, How to Move a Monument on a Tuesday Morning.

Throughout the month, our team will also be preparing for a milestone week of fundraising and celebration with CANDELA and CLUB ROSA. We’re looking forward to welcoming you back this fall for a new season filled with art, culture, and celebration.

Dallas Contemporary will reopen this October. Stay tuned for reopening details and everything ahead.

09/02/2026

Summer, celebrated at Dallas Contemporary.

We closed out our 2026 Summer Series with an evening where art, music, and community came together throughout the museum.

The IfCM Collective filled the galleries with immersive live jazz inspired by Francisco Moreno’s Historia Sintética, alongside Andie Flores’ This Is A _____’s World, Bug House Tattoos, and a marketplace featuring local artists and makers.

A night of experimentation, connection, and creative exchange—and a fitting finale to a summer shaped by the artists, musicians, makers, and community who brought DC to life.

As we turn toward an exciting fall, Dallas Contemporary will temporarily close its doors as we prepare for the opening of Iván Argote’s exhibition and a milestone week of fundraising and celebration with CANDELA and Club Rosa.

We’ll reopen October 3 with a new season, new energy, and much more to come.

Thank you for being part of our summer. See you this fall at Dallas Contemporary.

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Before Francisco Moreno’s Historia Sintética closes tomorrow, take a look back at PATRON Magazine’s thoughtful feature o...
08/29/2026

Before Francisco Moreno’s Historia Sintética closes tomorrow, take a look back at PATRON Magazine’s thoughtful feature on the exhibition and the ideas woven throughout Moreno’s work.

From his deep engagement with art history to references spanning Maya and Mexica traditions, Rubens, Rivera, and Posada, Historia Sintética invites viewers to look closer and discover the layers within each work. As PATRON Magazine writes, Moreno’s quotations often reveal their greatest richness the deeper you look.

Read the full feature, then experience Historia Sintética in person during its final weekend at Dallas Contemporary.

Now–Sunday | 11 AM–5 PM
On view through August 30

Credit: PATRON Magazine
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Francisco Moreno: Historia Sintética is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, the Dallas Art Fair Foundation, Khaite, Art Dealers of America Association, Alto, The Conservatory, Weber Ranch Agave Vodka, Ann + John McReynolds, Tammy Cotton Hartnett + Will Hartnett, Cindy + Howard Rachofsky, Brian Bolke + Faisal Halum, Jacquelin Sewell + William Atkinson, Donna + Reed Cagle, Christina + Sal Jafar, Joyce Goss, Greer Goss, John Clutts + Dr. Sami Arslanlar, Kaleta Blaffer Johnson, Catalina Gonzalez Jorba + Santiago Jorba, Karla + Mark McKinley, Patricia Miller, Shelby Wagner + Niven Morgan, Carly + Micah Nance, Kathleen Cruz + Rogelio Reyes, Jill Parker + Rod Sager, Dr. Travis Vandergriff + Dr. Rodrigo Zepeda, Tori Richard Mulford + Ross Mulford, Dr. Megan + Brady Wood, and Sheryl and Eric Maas. In cooperation with the Dallas Museum of Art and Patron Magazine.

08/27/2026

It’s your final weekend to experience Francisco Moreno’s Historia Sintética at Dallas Contemporary. Take a look back at visitors immersing themselves in Moreno’s layered world, where history, myth, and identity come together through richly detailed paintings and immersive installations.

Thursday–Sunday | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Don’t miss Historia Sintética before it closes this Sunday, August 30—this is your last chance to step inside Moreno’s captivating visual world and experience the exhibition for yourself.
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Francisco Moreno: Historia Sintética is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, the Dallas Art Fair Foundation, Khaite, Art Dealers of America Association, Alto, The Conservatory, Weber Ranch Agave Vodka, Ann + John McReynolds, Tammy Cotton Hartnett + Will Hartnett, Cindy + Howard Rachofsky, Brian Bolke + Faisal Halum, Jacquelin Sewell + William Atkinson, Donna + Reed Cagle, Christina + Sal Jafar, Joyce Goss, Greer Goss, John Clutts + Dr. Sami Arslanlar, Kaleta Blaffer Johnson, Catalina Gonzalez Jorba + Santiago Jorba, Karla + Mark McKinley, Patricia Miller, Shelby Wagner + Niven Morgan, Carly + Micah Nance, Kathleen Cruz + Rogelio Reyes, Jill Parker + Rod Sager, Dr. Travis Vandergriff + Dr. Rodrigo Zepeda, Tori Richard Mulford + Ross Mulford, Dr. Megan + Brady Wood, and Sheryl and Eric Maas. In cooperation with the Dallas Museum of Art and Patron Magazine.

Candela, this year’s Dallas Contemporary Gala, brings together art, culture, and community for an unforgettable evening....
08/24/2026

Candela, this year’s Dallas Contemporary Gala, brings together art, culture, and community for an unforgettable evening.

For the Candela After Party, we’re thrilled to partner with The h.wood Group and Delilah Dallas, bringing Delilah’s immersive, Roaring Twenties–inspired supper club experience to Dallas Contemporary- reimagined through the vibrant Latin spirit of Candela.

We are grateful for their partnership in helping us create an evening where art, music, culture, and celebration come together in true Candela fashion.

We look forward to celebrating with you.

Only two weeks left to step inside the layered world of Francisco Moreno: Historia Sintética.Curated by Thomas Feulmer, ...
08/21/2026

Only two weeks left to step inside the layered world of Francisco Moreno: Historia Sintética.

Curated by Thomas Feulmer, Moreno’s first solo museum presentation brings together mural-scaled paintings and immersive works that explore history, myth, identity, and cultural belonging through a striking collision of Old Master traditions, Mexican symbolism, surrealism, and science fiction.

Don’t miss the chance to experience this landmark exhibition before it closes August 30.

Two weeks left, Thursday - Sunday. Come see it at Dallas Contemporary.

Cover photo: Kaitlin Saragusa Kellerman
Photos 2–9: Joseph Johnson
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Francisco Moreno: Historia Sintética is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, the Dallas Art Fair Foundation, Khaite, Art Dealers of America Association, Alto, The Conservatory, Weber Ranch Agave Vodka, Ann + John McReynolds, Tammy Cotton Hartnett + Will Hartnett, Cindy + Howard Rachofsky, Brian Bolke + Faisal Halum, Jacquelin Sewell + William Atkinson, Donna + Reed Cagle, Christina + Sal Jafar, Joyce Goss, Greer Goss, John Clutts + Dr. Sami Arslanlar, Kaleta Blaffer Johnson, Catalina Gonzalez Jorba + Santiago Jorba, Karla + Mark McKinley, Patricia Miller, Shelby Wagner + Niven Morgan, Carly + Micah Nance, Kathleen Cruz + Rogelio Reyes, Jill Parker + Rod Sager, Dr. Travis Vandergriff + Dr. Rodrigo Zepeda, Tori Richard Mulford + Ross Mulford, Dr. Megan + Brady Wood, and Sheryl and Eric Maas. In cooperation with the Dallas Museum of Art and Patron Magazine.

We’re thrilled to be featured in Patron Magazine latest issue, “The New Luminaries,” for an inside look at Dallas Contem...
08/15/2026

We’re thrilled to be featured in Patron Magazine latest issue, “The New Luminaries,” for an inside look at Dallas Contemporary’s 2026 sold-out Gala, Candela.

This year’s celebration will honor the global influence of Latin American art and culture, with Iván Argote serving as our 2026 Honorary Artist. The evening will bring together art, design, music, and culinary experiences, alongside live and silent auctions featuring works from leading international galleries.

The Gala will also mark the opening of Argote’s exhibition, How to Move a Monument on a Tuesday Morning.

We’re grateful to Patron for highlighting the vision, people, and creativity behind this year’s celebration. Read “The New Luminaries” for a closer look at Candela and the team bringing it to life.

08/12/2026

DC Summer Series Close-Out
Saturday, August 22, 2026
6:00PM - 10:00PM
161 Glass St. Dallas, TX
Free for members, $15 General Admission

Close out Dallas Contemporary’s 2026 Summer Series with an evening of live jazz, local art, and creative exchange. Musicians from the Institute for Creative Music will provide a live jazz soundtrack for the evening, alongside the rescheduled DC Empty performance of Andie Flores: This Is A ______’s World. Throughout the museum, guests can browse a marketplace featuring artist vendors from across the region and discover original artwork, publications, and handcrafted goods. The evening will also feature a special tattoo pop-up from Bug House Tattoos, offering exclusive flash designs inspired by Dallas Contemporary’s current exhibitions. Celebrating the intersection of visual art, music, and community, this event offers a fitting finale to a summer of dynamic programming at Dallas Contemporary.

The IfCM Collective will perform two sets of music. Inspired by Francisco Moreno: Historia Sintética’s themes, characters, and style, the program features composed music and text (distinct and recognizable touchstones) connected by fully improvised connective material. Both sets will contain elements of the same music and text but will be performed in two distinct ways. Expect elements of audience participation along with familiar and surprising sounds and visuals.

08/03/2026

The celebration continues with Club Rosa.

Join us Sunday, September 27, for Club Rosa, an immersive after-hours experience.

The museum will come alive with an open bar, live DJ sets, exclusive VIP access to honorary artist Iván Argote’s exhibition, and vibrant late-night energy. Inspired by 1950s Latin American revival, Club Rosa blends art, music, and culture into an unforgettable evening celebrating Dallas’ creative community.

Every Club Rosa ticket directly supports Dallas Contemporary’s mission to advance the discovery and appreciation of the art of this moment while fostering innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration in the arts.

All are welcome. Cocktail attire encouraged.

Purchase your tickets through the link in our bio. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

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