We are excited to continue the Language of Art, our drop-in literature program. Members of the Education and Curatorial departments take turns selecting a book and guide an hour-long gallery experience connecting the book’s themes and content to our collection galleries and special exhibitions. Now in its third year, we are expanding the program to include more books and genres! We hope you will join us and share your suggestions for the future.

The Language of Art is FREE for members, but advance registration is required (15 maximum participants). Whether you have read the book or just want to experience the conversation, please join us for lively connections between books and art (noon – 1:00 p.m. book discussion in the galleries; 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. feel free to join the participants in the Leo Bistro for additional conversation).

November 16: The Secret Lives of Color, by Kassia St. Clair
A look at 75 colors, shades, and hues and their stories – written as vignettes these tales reveal the unusual stories of colors in our world. The discussion includes a brief tour of the new special exhibition Maker & Muse: Women and Early 20th Century Art Jewelry and how color plays an important role in the featured jewelry.

Please note: books may be subject to change.

How To Go

The Language of Art
Advance registration required for all sessions!
Dates: Select Saturdays
Time: Noon – 1:00 p.m. book discussion in the galleries; 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. conversation in Leo Bistro
Cost: Free to members; included in museum’s general admission for non-members

For more information or to register by phone, call Guest Services, at 937-223-4ART (4278), during regular hours.