Phillips after 5 on April 5 took museum visitors on a Journey to Japan in celebration of Snapshot and the National Cherry Blossom Festival‘s 100th anniversary. Former Cherry Blossom Queens and Princesses donned traditional Japanese kimonos on loan from Arise Gallery, guests participated in Japanese language lessons with a teacher from the Japan-America Society, and [...]
In anticipation of our Havana Night Gala After Party, the Phillips Contemporaries presented Baila! last Friday. Guests learned basic salsa and merengue steps with instructor Keith Givens, then showed off their new Latin moves at a dance party featuring DJ Miguel “El Sonero.”
What’s a birthday party without a cake (and balloons, party hats, and noise makers)? Museum Assistant (and artist) Sue Ahn and IT Support Specialist (and artist) Sandy Lee sculpt cakes and favors out of paper. In-Gallery Interpretation and Public Programs Coordinator Amanda Jirón-Murphy cuts away at her sheet to reveal a fête complete with treats.