Jesuit Dallas Museum

🏅✨ Capturing the spirit of the ! This stunning photograph of an Olympic gymnast is part of our special collection, generously donated by Marguerite & Roger Sullivan. From the lens of the legendary Walter Iooss Jr., who has immortalized sports icons like Tiger Woods and Serena Williams, this image celebrates the grace and strength of athletes.

Over the last semester, we’ve not only transformed the layout of the Museum but also acquired seven remarkable new pieces. Our recent additions include two stunning oil paintings by Johannes Boekhoudt, an 1822 lithograph from a copper plate engraving by William Hogarth, and four captivating works by Bob Stuth-Wade ’71. Schedule a tour today to explore the latest treasures at the Jesuit Dallas Museum.

🗽 Happy 4th of July! 🌟
Arie Van Selm’s vibrant masterpiece, “Statue of Liberty,” captures the essence of the iconic structure in bold, vivid colors, with whimsical birds bursting forth from its crown. Inspired by Van Selm’s travels to Mexico, this artwork celebrates freedom, form, and expression!

These captivating sculptures, Phantom IV and Phantom V, by Madeleine Soich are a harmonious blend of upcycled materials including metal, nails, pulp, and leaves. We were so proud to have these on display as a testament to the power of creativity and sustainability! 🎨♻️

ArtQuest 2024 🎨🖌️

The recent school play of “Is He Dead?” by Mark Twain, featured some of our favorite pieces from the museum’s collection. We were thrilled to have our artwork contribute to a production centered around art itself! 🎭 🖼️

Join us at ArtQuest!

🗓️ Wednesday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
📍 Museum of Biblical Art
🎟️ Purchase tickets at www.jesuitdallasmuseum.org/artquest (link in bio)

The Jesuit Dallas Museum’s recent exhibition opening was an evening of artistic dialogue and immersive experiences! Madeleine Soich’s sculptures “Phantom IV and Phantom V” greeted guests at the door as they entered into a room filled with the captivating collection “Carolyn Brown Photography: Travels with Carolyn”. Many also had the opportunity for a boost of energy in Chris Lattanzio’s ‘81 Mood Elevator. 📸

Join us tomorrow for the opening of the exhibition, Carolyn Brown Photography: Travels with Carolyn and Chris Lattanzio ’81, Mood Elevator. Brown is an esteemed architectural and fine arts photographer while Dallas artist and alumnus Chris Lattanzio has used the science of light, color, and sound to create a dynamic and interactive experience.
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The event will be from 6-8 p.m. on March 20 in the Historical Library. All are welcome at no charge.

Spanish classes spent time practicing their recently expanded lexicon by discussing what they observed within the Pamala Nelson painting “Mixed Buffet.”

FUN FACT! Mosaics are nicknamed “the eternal pictures” because of their durability. ⭐️

Pictured is the “Chris Healing the Sick” by Allyn Cox which hangs in the Corasaniti Assembly Hall of the Terry Center.

After being on loan to the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, Sedrick Huckaby’s “Gone but Not Forgotten: Sha Sha” has returned to our Museum. The painting was part of “Kinship” an exhibit exploring the complexities of how people connect.

Come and be inspired by the current exhibit “Without a Face” by Johannes Boekhoudt. Sign up to tour the Museum at www.jesuitdallasmuseum.org/visit.

Our most recent acquisition is Pamela Nelson's Mixed Buffet. This stunning acrylic painting on canvas was inspired by sharing meals with friends. "Company is the main ingredient" Nelson noted. Fittingly, we have placed the new artwork along the glass walls of the School's cafeteria where students, teachers, and guests share in their own mixed buffets.
https://www.jesuitdallasmuseum.org/fine-art-collection/recent-acquisitions

What an incredible week spent hosting ceramic artist, Joe Frank McKee, as he shared various demonstrations with students and visitors of Jesuit!
Not only did McKee share his techniques, but he also assisted ceramics classes in creating their own pieces in homemade kilns.

What a night celebrating our beloved museum at ArtQuest!
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The sold out fundraiser featured two glass blowing demonstrations, an incredible raffle drawing, private tours of the studio, recognition of our Andrew Bark’98 Memorial Scholarship recipient, and a toast in honor of our recent accreditation to the American Alliance of Museums!!!

Join us at ArtQuest next week, on May 3, at Carlyn Ray Designs, The Studio from 6-8:30 p.m.!!! www.jesuitdallasmuseum.org/artquest

Experience artists Carlyn Ray (artist of the Dell's Strength and Resilience sculpture) and Michael Hermann as they demonstrate the art of glass blowing. Celebrate our unique blend of education and art by attending ArtQuest in support of the Jesuit Dallas Museum.

We are proud to partner with the Tyler Museum of Art in their exhibition Childhood Shenanigans: Works by Lee N. Smith III. Jesuit’s “Lightning Field” will be on display through April 23!

Artist Carlos Carulo is known for uniting bright, colorful kinetic sculptures with surrealistic paintings. He combines hard edges with soft glazes and makes reality out of the abstract!
Pictured is “Atrium No. V” 1986. An oil painting on canvas with a hand-painted metal kinetic sculpture.

Artist Carlos Carulo is known for uniting bright colorful kinetic sculptures with surrealistic paintings. He combines hard edges with soft glazes and makes reality out of the abstract!
Pictured is “Atrium No. V” 1986. An oil painting on canvas with a hand painted metal kinetic sculpture.

Our community packed the house at the Arie Van Selm exhibit opening! We were so thrilled to have an artist back on campus and have already been inspired by his works. Stop by the Historical Library or sign up for a tour to see these pieces in person.

This Thursday we will be hosting the exhibit opening featuring pieces by artist Arie Van Selm.
To RSVP and for more information click below!

www.jesuitdallasmuseum.org/events/exhibit-openings

✨ Silent Night ✨ Holy Night ✨
Merry Christmas from all of us at the Jesuit Dallas Museum! Pictured is the Dennis Downey piece “San Miguel Church” oil on canvas.

Before the semester wrapped some of our theology classes had the opportunity to meet with a docent of the Museum and take a tour through our collection. Together, they discussed a few pieces focused on religious and Christian themes.

Did you know in 2022, as part of the Dallas Soars! citywide art project, a 30-foot sculpture was constructed at the back of the School? Containing a giant fiberglass Pegasus, D. Tillery ’83 engineered the horse to rotate 360 degrees and as a result, fly with the wind.

Thank you to our docents and volunteers for hosting our booth at the 29th Annual JWA Christmas Bazaar. We love any opportunity to showcase the Museum’s collection and sell student artwork to our supportive community.

The exhibition, “Otis Dozier & Texas Artists” is currently on display in the Historical Library. The collection features six works on paper by Texas artist, Otis Dozier. The works have been acquired through a gift from the Estate of Denni Washburn, the niece of Otis Dozier!

The American Alliance of Museums has announced the Jesuit Dallas Museum (JDM) among its newest accreditations. Of the estimated 34,000 museums in the United States, just roughly 1,000 of the most prominent and prestigious have received accreditation, signaling the highest national standard of recognition possible for a museum. www.jesuitdallasmuseum.org/about/in-the-news/posts
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