Plan Your Arts Weekend: Thursday thru Sunday

This week in Houston’s vibrant art scene features no shortage of must-see exhibitions and performances! From exciting artist receptions to captivating performances, here's a baker’s dozen of visual art events. Whether you’re drawn to bold contemporary sculptures, evocative photography, or immersive performance art, there’s something for everyone. Explore the unfolding narratives and creative expressions happening across the city, and be sure to mark your calendar for these unforgettable experiences!”


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All events are subject to change without notice. Please check with the venue or the organizer of an event to ensure that it is taking place as promoted and scheduled. And, if you miss an opening at a museum or gallery, please check the MUSED Houston art events calendar on my website at www.melissarichardsonbanks.com to plan your visit during a venue's regular operating hours.

THU 10.10.2024

🎨 OPENING RECEPTION “Motoko Yasue: A Pilgrimage into the Oculus” 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Houston Christian University Contemporary Art Gallery (University Academic Center, Building 18, 7502 Fondren Rd., Houston 77074). On view thru December 5, 2024 are watercolor and oil paintings by this Houston-based, Tokyo-born artist.


🎨 ART RECEPTION “Second Thursdays” 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Rozi Turnbull Gallery (2102 Edwards St., Ste. 2, Houston 77007). Works by resident artists are on view monthly.


🎶 🎨 MUSIC EVENT “Ice House Radio: A Texas Tradition” 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at The Car Wash - NEW VENUE underneath ECHOES! (900 Richmond Ave.., Houston 77006). This online community station broadcasts live, featuring a selection of 50 disc jockeys every Wednesday through Friday now at their new location. Watch live or listen online.


🎶 🎨 LIVE MUSIC "Joe Troop: Latin Bluegrass Music" 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Abrams House Concerts (2017 W. Main St. Houston 77098). Suggested $25 donation.


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FRI 10.11.2024

🎨 OPENING RECEPTION “Caz Scott: Breath Work” 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Art Alley at Sawyer Yards (1502 Sawyer St., Houston 77007). On view thru July 26, 2025, this new sculptural installation is a combination of machine and handcrafting, exploring loose barriers between the digital and the real.


🎨 OPENING RECEPTION “Makeshift Memorials, Small Revolutions” 6;00 PM to 8:00 PM at Blaffer Art Museum (4173 Elgin St., Houston 77004). On view thru March 9, 2025 are almost 60 artworks from over 40 artists, highlighting an international conversation between artists across continents and a wide array of Indigenous, tribal, and Aboriginal groups.


🎨 ART SHOW “Monster Show 14” by Insomnia Studios 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at Hardy & Nance Studios (902 Hardy St., Houston 77020).


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SAT 10.12.2024

🎨 BOOK TALK “Spina Americana” with Steven Evans and Richard Sharum 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Koslov Larsen (4411 Montrose Blvd., Ste. C, Houston 77006). The photographer discusses his three-year journey documenting the United States from the Mexican border to the Canadian border during a period of national division unseen since the American Civil War. 


🎨 OPENING FESTIVITIES “Round 57: Southern Survey Biennial II” 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Project Row Houses (2521 Holman St., Houston 77004)


🎨 OPENING RECEPTION “Raíces: Entre Mundos” 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Casa Luz (3536 Navigation Blvd., Houston 77003). On view thru October 20, 2024 are works by 30 Latine artists who explore the ever-shifting, constructed terrain of Latinidad.


🎨 OPENING RECEPTION “Deve Amare David (Must love David)” 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Monterroso Gallery (3911 Main St., Houston 77002). On view thru November 2, 2024 are juried works by 18 local artists ispired by the themes and innovations of the Renaissance.


🎨 ARTIST RECEPTION “Yvette Grutter: Red & White” 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Silos at Sawyer Yards (1502 Sawyer St., Houston 77007). On view thru October 30, 2024 are mixed-media works that offer a balance between forces of strength and serenity through the contrast of vivid and earthy tones.


🎨 OPENING RECEPTION “Kelli Scott Kelley: Nature Morte” 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Andrew Durham Gallery (1821 W. Alabama St., Houston 77098). On view thru November 30, 2024 are enigmatic narrative paintings that incorporate collage using vintage linens and other repurposed materials such as paper and fabrics.


🎨 OPENING RECEPTION “Cat-O-Tonic: Rachel Hess” 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Foelber Pottery Gallery & Studio (706 Richmond Ave, Houston 77006). The feline ceramics by this emerging artist and her delightful cat-cophany are on view thru November 2, 2024 with an afternoon reception on Sunday, October 13 at 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM


🎶 🎨 LIVE MUSIC "Del Castillo Trio and The Gemstones" 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM at Abrams House Concerts (2017 W. Main St. Houston 77098). "Infectious Latin rhythms with mind-boggling guitar solos (think Eddie Van Halen meets Santana and the Gipsy Kings)." Suggested $25 donation for the musicians.


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SUN 10.13.2024

🎶 🎨 MUSIC EVENT “East End Soul Club” 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Lil Danny Speedo’s Go Fly a Kite Lounge (823 Dumble St., Houston 77023). No cover.


🎶 🎨 LIVE MUSIC “Silk Road Jazz Quartet” 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Bohemeo’s (708 Telephone Rd., Houston 77023). Straight-ahead instrumental jazz largely from the 1950s to the 1970s. No cover.

Friday, October 18 thru Sunday, October 20, 2024

Headquartered at 3302 Canal St., Houston 77003

Free Weekend Event in Houston’s East End

Art Battles • Murals • Lowriders • Artisans • Music


Over 20 local and international mural artists come together for this free weekend celebration of creativity and community. Canal Street will be transformed into a vibrant open-air gallery, drawing art lovers and tourists alike to experience live mural painting, art battles, local vendors, and music. For a full list of participating artists and venues, check out this story on my website.

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