Discover the Art of Learning
The Art Lecture and Salon events for Older Adults are available as a single session, or as a monthly or quarterly series. These sessions are joyful, inclusive, and bilingual—offered in both English and Spanish—and designed to be accessible to all, whether participants are lifelong art lovers or discovering art for the first time. Each event includes: A 50-minute visual lecture exploring the life and work of a major artist from Latin America, the U.S., or Europe A 30-minute interactive “salon” for open discussion, reflection, and creative sharing where participants share their own thoughts and stories about art and life.
A few of the more than 60 lecture & salons available
Rembrandt
Master of truth and light — his integrity cost him fame but secured him immortality.
Diego Rivera
Mexico’s great muralist — chronicler of workers, history, and his life with Frida Kahlo.
Vincent Van Gogh
Beloved modern artist — his color, passion, and struggle illuminate the power of art to heal.
Tamayo
Blended the colors of the marketplace and ancient art to redefine Mexican modernism.
Frida Kahlo
Transformed pain into power — a symbol of courage and creativity.
Michelangelo
Sculptor of the Pietà and David, painter of the Sistine Chapel — elevated art from decorative to divine inspiration.
Pablo Picasso
The revolutionary of the 20th century — from the Blue Period to Guernica and the iconic Peace Dove.
Salvador Dali
Surealist, difficult, and engaging.
Leonardo da Vinci
Painter of the Mona Lisa, inventor, anatomist, and dreamer — a genius who blended art and science with childlike curiosity.
How much does a lecture & salon cost?
A first, introductory lecture & salon costs $250.
Follow-up individual lecture & salons cost $400
A series of 12 monthly sessions is $4200
We want to make art available to everyone regardless of ability to pay and are here to work with you to help make it possible to bring our programming to your community. We will work with you to make that happen.
What do we need to provide for the event?
All we need is a space with chairs, and ideally a room that can be somewhat darkened. We bring the rest - the visuals, the microphone, and the great storytelling!
Do you offer virtual art lectures?
Yes, we provide virtual art lectures using Zoom to engage audiences remotely, making art education accessible from anywhere.
Can family members of our older adults attend the events?
Yes, family members are welcome to join. These events are a wonderful opportunity to build community and to involve their family members, children and even grand children in something they are excited about!