BECHTLER EVENTS
Surrealism Snapshots Wednesday, September 11, 2024 5 - 9 PM Free Admission Join us for an evening of creativity and imagination at "Surrealism Snapshots," inspired by our upcoming exhibition "Chance Encounters: Surrealism Then and Now."
Sunday, September 15, 2024 5 - 9 PM Free Admission Join us for an unforgettable night as we kick off the first day of the Charlotte International Arts Festival with FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) A Free Museum Block Party! In collaboration with Charlotte is Creative, Mint Museum Uptown, and Levine Center for the New South, we invite you to explore our incredible museums with free admission from 5 - 9 PM. Travel among the venues and immerse yourself in the vibrant arts scene that Charlotte has to offer. At the Bechtler, enjoy a lively atmosphere with a cash bar and DJ spinning tunes from 5 - 8:30 PM. Don’t miss this chance to experience art, culture, and community in one exciting evening!
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10 AM - 5 PM Free Admission 10 AM - 4 PM Free Programming Join us for Family Day as we celebrate the opening of "Clare Rojas: Past the Present." Enjoy free admission from 10 AM to 5 PM, with fun and engaging activities from 10 AM to 4 PM. Explore the galleries with a special family zine designed by Queen City Zine Fest, and enjoy live music from Fuzion Latina Mix to make the day even more memorable. Bring the whole family for a day of art, music, and creativity!
An Evening with Nicolas Bearde Friday, October 4, 2024 6:00 PM and 8:15 PM Join acclaimed jazz vocalist Nicolas Bearde as he returns to the Bechtler stage alongside the Ziad Jazz Quartet, led by Ziad Rabie on saxophone with Noel Freidline on piano, Ron Brendle on bass, and Al Sergel on drums, for an evening of smooth, sophisticated jazz.
Peruvian Soundscapes: Contemporary Compositions Sunday, October 06, 2024 6:00 PM Experience the vibrant sounds of contemporary Peruvian composers in a concert inspired by the museum’s fall exhibition, "Clare Rojas: Past the Present." This performance will feature the haunting works of Gabriela Lena Frank, Daniel Cueto, and the premiere of a new piece by Cesar Peredo.