
Exhibition on Screen | The Dawn of Impressionism: Paris, 1874
Documentary exploration of the 1874 Paris exhibition that launched Impressionism, tracing penniless outsiders and maverick artists as they defied the Salon; on-screen presentation with archival imagery and expert analysis.
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Cinematic exploration of the 1874 Paris exhibition that launched Impressionism, tracing penniless outsiders—"hungry for independence"—who broke the salon system and transformed modern art; screening and discussion at Asheville Art Museum.

Cinematic exploration of the 1874 Paris exhibition that launched Impressionism, tracing penniless outsiders—"hungry for independence"—who broke the salon system and transformed modern art; screening and discussion at Asheville Art Museum.
Cinematic exploration of the 1874 Paris exhibition that launched Impressionism, tracing penniless outsiders—"hungry for independence"—who broke the salon system and transformed modern art; screening and discussion at Asheville Art Museum.

Guided walkthrough of the current featured exhibition, unpacking key works, thematic threads, and curatorial insights within the museum galleries; accessible, conversational format for general audiences.

Guided walkthrough of the current featured exhibition, unpacking key works, thematic threads, and curatorial insights within the museum galleries; accessible, conversational format for general audiences.
Guided walkthrough of the current featured exhibition, unpacking key works, thematic threads, and curatorial insights within the museum galleries; accessible, conversational format for general audiences.
Guided slow-looking sessions in gallery spaces led by a volunteer educator cultivate close observation, relaxation, and social connection through focused conversation and extended viewing of artworks.
Guided slow-looking sessions in gallery spaces led by a volunteer educator cultivate close observation, relaxation, and social connection through focused conversation and extended viewing of artworks.
Guided slow-looking sessions in gallery spaces led by a volunteer educator cultivate close observation, relaxation, and social connection through focused conversation and extended viewing of artworks.
Guided interactive gallery tours led by museum staff and volunteer educators, tracing the Asheville Art Museum’s history through rotating collection highlights and current exhibitions; tours change each session and require no reservations.
Guided interactive gallery tours led by museum staff and volunteer educators, tracing the Asheville Art Museum’s history through rotating collection highlights and current exhibitions; tours change each session and require no reservations.
Guided interactive gallery tours led by museum staff and volunteer educators, tracing the Asheville Art Museum’s history through rotating collection highlights and current exhibitions; tours change each session and require no reservations.

Guided in-gallery tour of the Asheville Art Museum's current featured exhibition, offering close-looking, curatorial context, and discussion of key works in well-lit modern galleries for the public.

Guided in-gallery tour of the Asheville Art Museum's current featured exhibition, offering close-looking, curatorial context, and discussion of key works in well-lit modern galleries for the public.
Guided in-gallery tour of the Asheville Art Museum's current featured exhibition, offering close-looking, curatorial context, and discussion of key works in well-lit modern galleries for the public.

Material-driven works by female-identifying artists rooted in the Pacific Northwest, presenting contemporary painting, sculpture, and textiles that highlight voices and visions of the region; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026.

Material-driven works by female-identifying artists rooted in the Pacific Northwest, presenting contemporary painting, sculpture, and textiles that highlight voices and visions of the region; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026.
Material-driven works by female-identifying artists rooted in the Pacific Northwest, presenting contemporary painting, sculpture, and textiles that highlight voices and visions of the region; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026.

Clarinet and piano chamber music exploring the interconnections between early American jazz and klezmer, mixing virtuosic performance with narrated music history insights in an intimate gallery setting.

Clarinet and piano chamber music exploring the interconnections between early American jazz and klezmer, mixing virtuosic performance with narrated music history insights in an intimate gallery setting.
Clarinet and piano chamber music exploring the interconnections between early American jazz and klezmer, mixing virtuosic performance with narrated music history insights in an intimate gallery setting.

Slow-flow yoga amid gallery light and contemporary works, paired with guided mindful-looking sessions in current exhibitions; Saturday morning classes from January through June welcome all levels and include a post-class café meetup.

Slow-flow yoga amid gallery light and contemporary works, paired with guided mindful-looking sessions in current exhibitions; Saturday morning classes from January through June welcome all levels and include a post-class café meetup.
Slow-flow yoga amid gallery light and contemporary works, paired with guided mindful-looking sessions in current exhibitions; Saturday morning classes from January through June welcome all levels and include a post-class café meetup.

Hands-on investigations into bicycle mechanics and balance that demonstrate gears, torque, friction, and gyroscopic effects through interactive demos and tinkering stations for families and curious learners.

Hands-on investigations into bicycle mechanics and balance that demonstrate gears, torque, friction, and gyroscopic effects through interactive demos and tinkering stations for families and curious learners.
Hands-on investigations into bicycle mechanics and balance that demonstrate gears, torque, friction, and gyroscopic effects through interactive demos and tinkering stations for families and curious learners.

Curated survey of studio ceramics from the Gail and Brian McCarthy collection, celebrating Highwater Clays' 45 year influence on WNC pottery; on view at Asheville Art Museum through April 26, 2026, gallery Wed–Sun.

Curated survey of studio ceramics from the Gail and Brian McCarthy collection, celebrating Highwater Clays' 45 year influence on WNC pottery; on view at Asheville Art Museum through April 26, 2026, gallery Wed–Sun.
Curated survey of studio ceramics from the Gail and Brian McCarthy collection, celebrating Highwater Clays' 45 year influence on WNC pottery; on view at Asheville Art Museum through April 26, 2026, gallery Wed–Sun.

Sip a drink while sketching on paper covered café tables in the museum; art supplies unlock with a café purchase and museum admission, welcoming artists of all skill levels in a relaxed, social atmosphere.

Sip a drink while sketching on paper covered café tables in the museum; art supplies unlock with a café purchase and museum admission, welcoming artists of all skill levels in a relaxed, social atmosphere.
Sip a drink while sketching on paper covered café tables in the museum; art supplies unlock with a café purchase and museum admission, welcoming artists of all skill levels in a relaxed, social atmosphere.

An evolving exhibition from a winter artist residency at The North Carolina Arboretum, presenting site specific, nature inspired responses to the forest’s sights and sounds as it shifts from dormancy to spring.

An evolving exhibition from a winter artist residency at The North Carolina Arboretum, presenting site specific, nature inspired responses to the forest’s sights and sounds as it shifts from dormancy to spring.
An evolving exhibition from a winter artist residency at The North Carolina Arboretum, presenting site specific, nature inspired responses to the forest’s sights and sounds as it shifts from dormancy to spring.

Documentary photos and first person testimony illuminate systemic barriers and community resilience in poverty and houselessness. Attendees can take an educational walk, view film exhibits, hear lived experience panelists, and sample snacks.

Documentary photos and first person testimony illuminate systemic barriers and community resilience in poverty and houselessness. Attendees can take an educational walk, view film exhibits, hear lived experience panelists, and sample snacks.
Documentary photos and first person testimony illuminate systemic barriers and community resilience in poverty and houselessness. Attendees can take an educational walk, view film exhibits, hear lived experience panelists, and sample snacks.