Forsyth Galleries’ 30th Anniversary Events

The Forsyth is celebrating its 30th Anniversary! Join us all year for FREE events, food, and music. Enjoy current exhibitions and reminisce with galleries staff about past memories. Events will be updated through the fall of 2020.

 
 
 

2019/2020 Past Anniversary Events

 

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Galentine Date – DIY Valentines

Feb. 11, 2020 | 6 p.m.

Grab a friend and drop into the Forsyth Galleries on Tuesday, Feb. 11 starting at 6 p.m. for arts, crafts, and laughs! We’ll be making adorable DIY valentines and touring our current exhibition. Snacks will be available. Limited to 24 participants. RSVP is required. FREE!

Forsyth Galleries | Memorial Student Center, MSC 2428
 
 

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American Songbook Date Night with Tianna Hall

Sept. 20, 2019 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Enjoy an evening of the American Songbook sung by Houston’s Tianna Hall and her four piece band. Have a bite to eat and drink mocktails while viewing art exhibitions and chatting with staff. This event is FREE; RSVP is encouraged. Appropriate for adults and ages 12 and up.

Forsyth Galleries | Memorial Student Center, MSC 2428

 
 
 
 

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Make Your Own Perfume! Family Workshop

Sept. 29, 2019 | 1–3 p.m.

Drop into the Forsyth and use essential oils to create a one-of-a-kind perfume! All supplies will be provided. FREE! Limited to 30 participants, RSVP required. Ages 6 and up.

Forsyth Galleries | Memorial Student Center, MSC 2428

 
 
 
 

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Silent Disco!!!

Oct. 18, 2019 | 7–9 p.m.

Grab some headphones (provided) and get down in the galleries while listening to the music of your choice. Mocktails and snacks are included in this FREE event. Headphones are limited, so RSVPs are encouraged. Appropriate for ages 12 and up.

Forsyth Galleries | Memorial Student Center, MSC 2428

 
 
 
 

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Make Your Own Perfume! Family Workshop

Oct. 20, 2019 | 1–3 p.m.

Drop into the Forsyth and use essential oils to create a one-of-a-kind perfume! All supplies will be provided. FREE! Limited to 30 participants, RSVP required. Ages 6 and up.

Forsyth Galleries | Memorial Student Center, MSC 2428

 
 
 
 

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30th Anniversary Party Featuring Nathan Felix’s Immersive Opera

Nov. 15, 2019 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Join us in celebrating the Forsyth Galleries’ 30th Anniversary with hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, and an immersive opera performance composed by Austin’s Nathan Felix. Wander through exhibitions and an operatic performance. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind museum-going experience! This event is FREE; RSVP is encouraged.

Forsyth Galleries | Memorial Student Center, MSC 2428

Electrorchestral.com | Nathan Felix on Spotify

 
 
 
 

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Cultural Field Trip to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Nov. 23, 2019 | 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Take a field trip with us! Hop aboard a chartered bus to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) with museum staff in tow! Included with general admission to the MFAH, your RSVP will secure you a ticket to the Berthe Morisot exhibition. Lunch will be on your own. FREE, limited to 40 participants. Transportation details including pick up spot will be provided upon RSVP.