BECHTLER EVENTS
Tribute to McCoy Tyner ft Lovell Bradford Friday, September 4 6:00 PM and 8:15 PM Celebrate the legacy of jazz piano icon McCoy Tyner, whose powerful, modal style helped define modern jazz and influenced generations of musicians.
Party on the Plaza Wednesday, September 9 5-9 PM Join us for a night at the Bechtler celebrating "Collection, Reframed: Jiha Moon."
Thursday, September 10 12 PM Free Admission Join the Bechtler for an ArtBreak tour every second Thursday of the month. Visitors will experience a tour structured around a common theme featuring works of art from the permanent collection or special exhibitions on view.
Saturday, September 19 7 PM: $1500 (Lúmina Preview Experience - 4 Tickets) 7:30 PM: $250 (1 Ticket) On Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art presents Lúmina, a party celebrating Latin American Modernism. The evening takes inspiration from our fall exhibition, "Making an Impression: Pioneering Latin American Printmakers." As the museum’s fall fundraiser, Lúmina supports the Bechtler’s world-class exhibitions, educational programs, and community partnerships.
Exclusive Meet + Greet Friday, September 25 5 PM: Open to Donor Circle patrons, Modernists, and exhibition lenders Donor Circle patrons, Modernists, and exhibition lenders are invited to an exclusive meet and greet celebrating the opening of "Making an Impression." Enjoy cocktails on the terrace, meet our special guests, and explore the galleries before the Curator Conversation begins at 6 PM.
Curator Conversation + Celebration Friday, September 25 6 PM: Curator Conversation 7 PM: Opening Reception You’re invited to celebrate the opening of Making an Impression: Pioneering Latin American Printmakers. Featuring works by Rufino Tamayo, Jesús Rafael Soto, Regina Silveira, and Analia Saban, the exhibition explores how four generations of artists have pushed printmaking beyond the flat page through texture, spatial illusion, and material experimentation.