Crocker Art Museum

New on the blog! Sara Morris, the Crocker’s Ruth Rippon Curator of Ceramics, asked Rachel Gotlieb, guest curator of "The Portland Vase: Mania and Muse," to share a little bit more about her relationship with the Portland Vase and her experience organizing the exhibition. Read it here: https://loom.ly/qeAF884

The sun is hot, but our art is hotter🔥! Cool off with an air-conditioned adventure to the Crocker this weekend. From guided tours to family friendly programs, explore art on view in new ways and enjoy your fun out of the sun! Please note, the Museum will close at 5 PM tomorrow (July 4), and Majka at the Crocker will be closed all day. We are open for regular business hours the remainder of the weekend. See you soon!

Two new exhibitions are on view at the Crocker now through October 20. Celebrate the work of two contemporary artists with "Raúl Gonzo: Color Madness" and "Storywork: The Prints of Marie Watt From the Collection of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his Family Foundation." "Color Madness" is the first museum exhibition for Sacramento-based photographer Raúl Gonzo, while "Storywork" features prints, scupltures, and textile works from internationally renowned artist Marie Watt. Both artists use their practice to explore contemporary issues while also including playful nods to Pop culture. Plan your visit to experience these two new exhibitions today! - Image Credits: Raúl Gonzo (American, born 1979), "Synchronized Swimmer Drama," 2015. Digital print, 16 x 22 in. Crocker Art Museum, gift of the Artist, 2021.23.1. Marie K. Watt (Seneca, born 1967), "Companion Species (Anthem)," edition 6/14, 2017. Woodcut, 17 1/2 x 18 1/2 in. Collection of Jordan D. Schnitzer, 2018.400. Image courtesy of Aaron Wessling Photography.

LAST CHANCE to explore "Joyce J. Scott: Messages" before it closes on June 30. Intricate and detailed, the beaded works on view in this exhibition must be explored up close and in person! Each unique work tells a story or provides commentary on the challenges of life, as well as what it means to be Black in America. Plan your visit today. Image Credit: Joyce J. Scott (American, born 1948), "Mz. Teapot," 2022. Glass beads, plastic beads, thread, wire, armature, woven and peyote stitch, 31 x 20 x 13 in. Mobilia Gallery.

We are looking for a Director of Education! Check out our website for qualifications and how to apply!

Tune into the next Indigenous Voices in Film on Saturday, June 29, at 2 PM via YouTube Live for a virtual discussion examining the work of Indigenous peoples at the intersection of film, video art, and media art. Moderated by Emmy-nominee Jody Stillwater, this insightful conversation features Jack Kohler, filmmaker and founder of the Hoopa Tribal nonprofit film/media organization On Native Ground, and Adam Piron, Director of Sundance Institute's Indigenous Program and co-founder of COUSIN, a film collective dedicated to supporting Indigenous artists experimenting with and pushing the boundaries of the moving image. Register for FREE at https://loom.ly/LLcWztA! This program is supported by the Terra Foundation for American Art.

ON VIEW NOW! "The Portland Vase: Mania and Muse" opened this past weekend and will be on view through September 8. Explore interpretations, riffs, and disruptions of The Portland Vase, an ancient Roman glass cameo amphora held in the British Museum since the early 19th century. It has been a global brand that has resonated with artists, makers, collectors, and consumers for centuries. Learn more at the link below!

We are looking for an Associate Curator of Art! If you have a background in European art and would like to join us at the Crocker, check out the job posting below!

We are pleased to once again participate in #BlueStarMuseums, a national appreciation program to thank our military families for their service! From now (May 18) through September 2, 2024, all active members of the United States Military and up to 5 family members can enjoy #FreeAdmission to the Crocker. To find participating museums in your community and/or to find other museums during your summer travels, visit arts.gov/bluestarmuseums.

Online bidding is happening now, but the only way to see all of the artwork available up-close and in-person is to come to the Preview Party this Thursday, May 16! Mingle with artists and your fellow bidders while exploring the over 400 works of art up for bid in Big Names, Small Art; the Silent Auction; and the Live Auction. Get your tickets at the link below! #ArtAuction #SupportArtMuseums