This week, my thoughts are with Los Angeles, a city I called home for two decades and where I continue to collaborate with artists, art organizations, galleries, curators, and collectors. The devastating fires have displaced many in the creative community, destroying homes, studios, and precious collections of art that represent lifetimes of work and cultural heritage. I’ve heard firsthand from friends and colleagues who are evacuating or facing heartbreaking losses.


The resilience of the artistic community is undeniable, but moments like these remind us of the fragility of creative ecosystems. As we admire art here in Houston, let us also extend our support to those affected in Los Angeles, whether through donations, amplifying their stories, or simply holding space for their recovery.


Amid these challenges, I’m reminded of the importance of celebrating the art and culture that connect us all. In this week’s newsletter, you’ll find opportunities to engage with Houston’s vibrant art scene, a testament to the power of creativity to unite and inspire.


Sending strength to my friends in LA and gratitude to our community here in Houston. If you need recommendations on how to help artists in Los Angeles, contact me.


Melissa Richardson Banks

Founder, Publisher & Editor

MUSED HOUSTON

www.musedhouston.com

FEATURED ART EVENTS

January 9–12, 2025


Visit musedhouston.com for updates or updates on these and to find out about other events.

THURSDAY 01.09.2025


6–8 PM: BOOK LAUNCH Extreme Pain, Extreme Joy at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft


6–9 PM: OPENING RECEPTION Hunt Slonem: Wild Kingdom at Laura Rathe Fine Art (River Oaks District)


7–9 PM: BOOK LAUNCH of infinite elastic: Jeanette ‘Joy’ Harris and Molly Koehn at Basket Books & Art


6–10 PM: OPENING RECEPTION Flatline: Josh Allen at Ruby Projects’ La Ruche HTX Residency


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FRIDAY 01.10.2025


6–8 PM: OPENING RECEPTIONS at 4411 Montrose Building: Bumin Kim: Lingering Light at Anya Tish Gallery | Object Impermanence at Koslov Larsen Gallery | Miguel Ángel Madrigal: That Open Window at Barbara Davis Gallery | Erin Curtis: Lineage at David Shelton Gallery


6–9 PM: OPENING RECEPTION at Box 13 ArtSpace: EXperimental: Members’ Exhibition | Fries: Michael Guerra Foerster | Peter Broz: Out of Touch in the Wild | Molly Sydnor: After the Rain Part 1


6–9 PM: OPENING RECEPTION of infinite elastic: Jeanette 'Joy' Harris and Molly Koehn at Throughline Collective


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SATURDAY 01.11.2025


3–4:30 PM PANEL DISCUSSION + RECEPTION Designing Motherhood Curatorial Team at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft


5–7 PM ARTIST RECEPTION Seen and Unseen by Liz Gates at Jung Center Houston


5–8 PM ARTIST RECEPTION Under the Protection of the Skirt / Ranchland Diaries: Kelly Moran at Koelsch Gallery


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SUNDAY 01.12.2025


5–7 PM: MUSIC Silk Road Jazz Quartet at Bohemeo’s

6–8 PM: MUSIC Relative Dissonance at Houston Piano Company

All events are subject to change without notice. Please check with the venue or the organizer to ensure that their event is taking place as promoted and scheduled. And, if you miss an opening, plan to visit during a venue's regular operating hours.

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SEASONAL EVENTS

THRU JAN 15: Holiday Bazaar at Cultural Center Our Texas


THRU JAN 26: Cistern Illuminated at Buffalo Bayou Park


THRU FEB 16: ATLAS by Jen Lewin at Discovery Green


THRU FEB 23: Radiant Nature at Houston Botanic Garden

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PANEL DISCUSSION + RECEPTION: "Designing Motherhood" Curatorial Team

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft

4848 Main St., Houston 77002


More than 60 craft and design objects and prototypes from the past 50 years plus the work of over 20 contemporary artists are on view in the Designing Motherhood exhibition now through March 15, 2025.

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