Ahead of 2023’s Arts Festival, Arts Council discusses the origin of the annual events and changes that have been made since 1997.
Arts Features, Arts
Beyond Canvases and Frames: The Architectural Evolution of the McMullen Museum of Art
Sitting on the crest of a hill on Boston College’s Brighton Campus lies the Charles S. and Isabella V. McMullen Museum of Art. Once a two-story museum in Devlin Hall with only enough space to put on two to three exhibits annually, the McMullen Museum is now housed in the renovated former residence of Boston’s archbishop.
Arts, On Campus
Museum Curator Discusses the Importance of Cartoon Art Preservation During Virtual Lecture
Art Historian Caitlin McGurk gave a virtual lecture about the importance of cartoon art preservation for the McMullen’s ‘Museum Currents’ series.
Arts, On Campus
Art After Dark: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the McMullen Museum
The McMullen Museum of Art showcased Irish art and culture in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day.
News, On Campus
BC Organizations Host Lunar New Year Celebration at McMullen
Five Boston College organizations partnered with the McMullen Museum of Art to host a culturally immersive event for Lunar New Year. Filled with arts and crafts, games, and New Year’s food, the event allowed attendees to explore Asian culture and learn more about the celebration.
Arts, On Campus
Martin Parr’s Photography Tells History of Ireland in New McMullen Exhibit
‘Martin Parr: Time and Place’ at the McMullen showcases Parr’s most impactful work throughout the years, ranging from creative self-portraits to insightful landscape photos of Ireland.
Arts, On Campus
Lynch Donation to Offer New Educational Opportunities
Peter Lynch’s donation to the McMullen Museum is set to enhance art education at Boston College.
Arts, On Campus
Museum Curators and Directors Explore Art’s Modern Task
Through a virtual panel discussion hosted by the McMullen, three Miami museum directors dove into modern politics of display.
Review, On Campus, Arts
McMullen Lecture Explores Galleria Borghese’s Rich History
McMullen Museum virtual lecture about the Galleria Borghese is given by University of Rome art history professor Daria Borghese.
On Campus, Arts
‘Ten-Minute Plays’ Highlights Student Creativity
Students performed their own ten minute plays that spanned comedy, tragedy, and everything in between at the McMullen Museum.
