BLAFFER Art Museum

04/28/2026

🎤🚨Your Attention please...

Opening Reception: UH School of Art Annual Student Exhibition

Friday, May 1, 2026
5:00pm—7:00pm

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Blaffer Art Museum
FREE and open to the public

Join us at Blaffer Art Museum for the opening reception of the UH School of Art Annual Student Exhibition. In conjunction with the opening reception, the UH School of Art will host Open Studios from 5:00pm–7:00pm giving visitors a chance to explore the Fine Arts building and its many art and design studios.

Every spring this popular exhibition introduces the University of Houston campus and Houston audiences to the work of School of Art undergraduate seniors and first- and second-year graduate students. The show features works selected by School of Art faculty in consultation with student artists. More than 100 UH artists will present works during this exhibition. The exhibition has long served as a way to introduce rising artists to local patrons and provides students with the experience of presenting works in a professional museum.

Visit this exhibition at the Blaffer May 1—18, 2026, admission is always free!

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04/24/2026

“Art is the highest form of hope.” -Gerhard Richter

Join us for a vibrant, art-filled evening at Cocktails in the Courtyard, celebrating and supporting an exciting year of contemporary art & community at the Blaffer Art Museum.

🍸 Cocktails in the Courtyard
📅 September 19, 2026
🎨 Benefiting the Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston
✋ Hosted by:
Ben Ackerley
Kaleta Blaffer Johnson
Sebastian Keitel

⏰ 5:00 – 8:00 PM

🎶 Live Music: Band to be announced

Set within the dynamic University of Houston Arts District, the evening unfolds across the Louise J. Moran Courtyard and the newly completed Wilhelmina’s Grove—outdoor spaces activated for the night with music, conversation, and unexpected experiences. Guests will enjoy thoughtfully crafted cocktails, seasonal bites, and live music alongside artists, patrons, and creative voices from across Houston. Exhibitions will be on view inside the museum, with additional vignettes throughout the grounds, and paired with a curated silent auction of original creations and exciting experiences.

This festive evening is more than a celebration. Proceeds make possible the Blaffer Art Museum’s bold exhibitions, thought-provoking programs, and impactful educational initiatives, ensuring continued access to adventurous contemporary art for students of all ages and our Houston community.

Click the link in our bio access the link below to purchase tickets and learn more!

🔗 https://blafferartmuseum.org/cocktails-courtyard/

Cocktails in the Courtyard September 19, 2026 Benefiting the Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston Hosted by Ben Ackerley, Kaleta Blaffer Johnson, & Sebastian Keitel “Art is the highest form of hope.” -Gerhard RichterPurchase your tickets here!Join us for a vibrant, art-filled evening ...

04/16/2026

Don't miss out on our last panel for the MFA Thesis Exhibition Panel, held at the always free Blaffer Art Museum on Campus!

Xinyu Dai
Liz Hayes
Stephanie Cuyumbamba Kong
Taylor Rebel

Can't wait to see you all there!

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04/10/2026

The Opening Reception for the 48th MFA Thesis Exhibition was a continuation of a long series of celebrations for the city of Houston's art scene. It was such a joy to see how many lives this show touches and how important the project remains for the city. We ❤ Houston and are honored to support these amazing artists!

Thanks for your support:



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Congrats:
Hannah Bull
Stephanie Cuyubamba Kong
Xinyu Dai
Jai España
Liz Hayes
Ashley Herndon
Charlie King .b.king
Erica Lee
Jade Mellor
Taylor Rebel
Sierra Rose .t
Alejandro Sescosse
Charles VanMeter
Sarah Welch

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04/10/2026

Blaffer Art Museum Spring Semester recap.

Do not miss out on the current MFA Thesis Exhibition on view until April 18th!

See y’all there!

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04/08/2026

🚀 We leveled up today - MFA Artist talks by:

Sierra Rose .t
Erica Reed Lee
Hannah Bull
Ashley Anika Herdon
Alejandro Sescos@jenkgmartin

Final Round of MFA Artist Talks will be next Thursday, 4/16 12pm-2pm.

04/02/2026

Today it was great to hear from a few of our MFA muses :

Jade Mellor
Sarah Welch
Jai España
Charlie King .b.king
Charles VanMeter

Thanks for moderating 🎤 !

Talks continue next Wed 4/8 and the following Thu 4/16.

✌ ❤️

04/02/2026

April at the Blaffer 🌹🌺

THU APR 2 | 12pm-2pm
MFA Artist Talks 🗣🎤
12:00-12:15 Jade Mellor, Painting
12:15-12:30 Sarah Welch, Sculpture
12:30-12:45 Jai España, Painting
12:45-1:00 Charlie King, Photo .b.king
1:00-1:15 Charles VanMeter, Sculpture
**Lunch Provided**

WED APR 8 | 12pm-2pm
MFA Artist Talks 🗣🎤
12:00-12:15 Sierra Rose, Graphic Design
12:15-12:30 Erica Reed Lee, Painting
12:30-12:45 Hannah Bull, IPEF
12:45-1:00 Ashley Anika Herndon, Painting
1:00-1:15 Alejandro Sescosse, IPEF

WED APR 14 | 4pm-5pm
Mindful Museum
Discussion and Meditations in the galleries

THU APR 9 | 2pm-4pm
Thursday at Blaffer

THU APR 15 | 6pm-7pm
Convergence Research
2026 Mitchell Center Scholars

THU APR 16 | 12pm-2pm
MFA Artist Talks 🗣🎤
12:00-12:15 Xinyu Dai, Graphic Design
12:15-12:30 Liz Hayes, Sculpture
12:30-12:45 Stephanie Cuyubamba Kong, Photo
12:45-1:00 Taylor Rebel, Painting

03/30/2026

wyd this Wed? 🧐

🏃🙋🏾 The Annual Spring vibe returns - THE RED BLOCK BASH 🟥 🎊

Celebrate the end of the school year with BAMSA at the Red Block Bash. Shop and support student vendors and meet other organizations on campus with a DJ and live music sets.

+ FREE FOOD
+PRIZES
+MATCHA 🍵