A guided tour of the exhibition Impressionism from Monet to Matisse offers insight into the artists and their works.

Come celebrate the arts in the spirit of Parisian style as the CMA is transformed into the famed Moulin Rouge for the 2013 gala, Le Bal du Moulin Rouge. In celebration of the major museum exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse, nearly 1,000 leading community patrons will experience the excitement and romance of an iconic Parisian experience, and be captivated in the joie de vivre.

A docent-led tour provides an overview of the Museum's collection of European and American art. This tour features masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo from the Samuel H. Kress Collection, as well as the Museum's new American galleries.

Travel through the colorful landscapes in Impressionism from Monet to Matisse and create a landscape overflowing with color. Participants (ages 2-5) and their adult companions explore art through the introduction of elementary art terms such as color, line, shape and texture during the Wee Wednesday series. This program includes story time and a creative studio activity related to the art exploration theme.

Completed just a month after his death in 1985, this film presents the most authoritative film biography of artist Marc Chagall. Weaving his paintings with archival footage and numerous interviews with the artist, it chronicles the long, creative arc of Chagall's life, from his birth in Czarist Russia in 1887 through almost the entirety of the 20th century. A natural Surrealist long before its theory was established, Chagall passed in and out of notoriety, both in Paris and New York. As this film shows, despite his friendship with Andre Breton and other greats, Chagall pursued his own unique artistic vision. 43 minutes.

Students travel through the exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse, learning about landscapes, color and light. In the studio, students use what they learned to make luscious and colorful landscapes. This program is designed especially for home-school children (ages 4 and up) and their parents.

The Club Théâtre of the Alliance Française of Columbia performs sketches and short plays in the French language and inspired by the exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse.

Monotype is a great way to learn about printmaking. This versatile medium has a painterly quality and is quite immediate. Students will be introduced to registration, printing in layers and using a press!

Students (ages 16+) learn to make monotypes, a single print from a metal or glass plate on which an image has been painted. This technique has been favored by artists since the 17th century and was explored by Rembrandt, Picasso, Matisse, Degas, Chagall and Gauguin. Painter and printmaker Claire Farrell received her training from Duke University, the University of South Carolina, Santa Raparata Art School in Florence, Italy, and Penland School of Craft and Design. She also studied extensively with Ron Pokrasso, a master printmaker and teacher from Santa Fe, NM. All supplies included.

A guided tour of the exhibition Impressionism from Monet to Matisse offers insight into the artists and their works.

Get inspired by the exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse, and create a water-filled landscapes during this FREE monthly open studio program for families. Enjoy a family tour at 1:00 p.m. or take a self-guided tour of the CMA.

Celebrate Impressionism from Monet to Matisse with Pay-What-You-Wish admission for a day of tours, hands-on learning and a French performance. Visitors can enjoy a self-guided tour at anytime during the afternoon with activity-filled gallery backpacks for kids and a TAP multimedia tour for adults.

Pay-What-You-Wish admission allows visitors to pay any amount to see the exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse and participate in any the following programs. Admission to this exhibition is regularly $15 for adults.


Passport to Art:
Drop-In between Noon and 3:00 p.m.
Families create their own water-filled landscapes with watercolors and crayons based on the swirly skies and misty oceans seen in the paintings by Monet and Renoir.

Guided Family Tour | 1:00 p.m.
Be inspired by the magnificent 56 works in the exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse. This 45-minute guided and interactive tour explores the world of art in a way that can be enjoyed by all family members. Discover the CMA in a new way and learn how to talk about art with your children.

Performance: Alliance Française | 2:00 p.m.
The Club Théåtre of the Alliance Française de Columbia returns to the CMA for its 7th annual French-language theatre production. Celebrating the exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse, the troupe is collaborating on its own original comic play, Tableaux vivants, tableaux parlants, inspired by and featuring paintings in the collection by Cassatt, Forain, Cals, Chagall and La Touche. The 17-member Club Théåtre is an all-volunteer amateur theatre troupe made up of French-speaking members of the Columbia community from France, Belgium, Cameroon, Russia, Venezuela and the United States. Presented in the French language.

Guided CMA Gallery Tour | 2:00 p.m.
Interested in learning more about the CMA collection? A docent-led tour provides an overview of the Museum's collection of European and American art.

A docent-led tour provides an overview of the Museum's collection of European and American art. This tour features masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo from the Samuel H. Kress Collection, as well as the Museum's new American galleries.

The Club Théâtre of the Alliance Française of Columbia performs sketches and short plays in the French language and inspired by the exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse.

Learn about the successful inaugural year of the CMA membership affiliate group, Friends of African American Art and Culture (FAAAC) and gain insight on future initiatives and goals. Featured speaker, Dr. Terry K. Hunter from Orangeburg, has significantly influenced the South Carolina arts landscape as an artist and educator. He discusses his recent work "The Grid Turns the Corner," a mid-career retrospective of his drawings and prints.

Ever wonder if you could draw? Maybe it's been a while and you want to brush up your skills. This six-week class for ages 16+ focuses on drawing fundamentals and provides students the opportunity to work from nude models to develop their abilities. Students learn about gesture, contour, value relationships and comprehension of mass. All materials are provided. Instructor Michael Dwyer is the CMA Exhibition Designer and Preparator.

Enjoy the perks of being a CMA member at this spring's Members Appreciation Event! Come see our current exhibition Impressionism from Monet to Matisse for free, hear from local artist Michael Cassidy at noon in our Artist Salon Series, and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks in the Member’s Only Lounge!

The Artist Salon Series features gallery talks, led by working artists, about a wide range of subjects, topics and disciplines. In this talk, artist Michael Cassidy discusses his own painting process in relation to the exhibition, Impressionism from Monet to Matisse.

Completed just a month after his death in 1985, this film presents the most authoritative film biography of artist Marc Chagall. Weaving his paintings with archival footage and numerous interviews with the artist, it chronicles the long, creative arc of Chagall's life, from his birth in Czarist Russia in 1887 through almost the entirety of the 20th century. A natural Surrealist long before its theory was established, Chagall passed in and out of notoriety, both in Paris and New York. As this film shows, despite his friendship with Andre Breton and other greats, Chagall pursued his own unique artistic vision. 43 minutes.

A guided tour of the exhibition Impressionism from Monet to Matisse offers insight into the artists and their works.

A docent-led tour provides an overview of the Museum's collection of European and American art. This tour features masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo from the Samuel H. Kress Collection, as well as the Museum's new American galleries.

The Columbia Design League hosts an evening celebrating the exhibition Impressionism from Monet to Matisse inspired not only by the sights, but sounds and smells of Claude Monet's table. Enjoy a dinner by Chef Kristian Niemi from Rosso Trattoria, inspired by cooking journals written by Claude Monet. Get your tickets early as seats for this dinner are limited.

• Reception


• Assorted Canapes and Sparkling Wine
  Bertrand Cremant de Limoux


• First Course


• Coastal Carolina Fish in Parchment a la Veran
  Bertrand Reserve Chardonnay


• Second Course


• Frisee Salad with Roquefort, Marinated Figs, Lardons and Dijon Vinaigrette
  Bertrand Gris Blanc Rose


• Main Course


• Roast Veal Breast stuffed with Sausage and Swiss Chard, Truffled Mushroom Sauce, Stuffed Onions and Roasted Vegetables
  Bertrand Reserve Pinot Noir


• Dessert


• Lavender Panna Cotta with Pistachio Cream
  Betrand Banyuls

This event is co-sponsored by Southern Wine and Spirits and Whole Foods.

Ever wonder if you could draw? Maybe it's been a while and you want to brush up your skills. This six-week class for ages 16+ focuses on drawing fundamentals and provides students the opportunity to work from nude models to develop their abilities. Students learn about gesture, contour, value relationships and comprehension of mass. All materials are provided. Instructor Michael Dwyer is the CMA Exhibition Designer and Preparator.

Join the Contemporaries for an exciting evening of dance. Emerald Ballroom will provide an informative lecture and demonstration of three dances: Argentine tango, salsa rueda de casina and traditional ballroom. Attendees will even be able to try some of the beginner steps. Don't have a dance partner? That's ok! This is an evening you won't want to miss!

A guided tour of the exhibition Impressionism from Monet to Matisse offers insight into the artists and their works.

A docent-led tour provides an overview of the Museum's collection of European and American art. This tour features masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo from the Samuel H. Kress Collection, as well as the Museum's new American galleries.

Join the C Contemporaries as we kick off the spring with one of our most popular events! This membership event is hosted by the Contemporaries on Boyd Plaza at the Columbia Museum of Art and features an Oyster Roast, beverages and live music.

Ever wonder if you could draw? Maybe it's been a while and you want to brush up your skills. This six-week class for ages 16+ focuses on drawing fundamentals and provides students the opportunity to work from nude models to develop their abilities. Students learn about gesture, contour, value relationships and comprehension of mass. All materials are provided. Instructor Michael Dwyer is the CMA Exhibition Designer and Preparator.

Enjoy a private tour through Impressionism from Monet to Matisse led by CMA Curator Victoria Cooke and indulge in a taste of France with Monet inspired wine and cheese pairings.

Sponsored by Southern Wine and Spirits and Whole Foods.

The Columbia Museum of Art will be open all Easter Weekend for you and your family to enjoy the colors of Spring with Impressionism from Monet to Matisse.

TAP into CMA
Immerse yourself in our popular TAP multimedia tour. This engaging and thought-provoking experience includes insightful commentary from CMA curators, USC Art History Professor, Dr. Bradford Collins and musical selections from CMA Adjunct Curator of Music Peter Hoyt. Ask for it at the admission desk!

Bringing the kids? Perfect!
Art Explorer Backpacks are free and encourage families to have fun in the galleries with interactive activities. Each backpack is designed for children ages 2-10 and includes Monet inspired activities, a sketchbook, colored pencils, a pair of binoculars and a compass for exploring the galleries. Ask for it at the admission desk!

Impressionism To Go
Complementing the exhibition, this full-color, 50-page catalogue extends your CMA experience and provides insight on some of the world’s most famous artists and their work. We hope it will allow you to see and appreciate these works more fully. The catalogue is available for $14.99 in the Museum Shop.

The Columbia Museum of Art will be open all Easter Weekend for you and your family to enjoy the colors of Spring with Impressionism from Monet to Matisse.

TAP into CMA
Immerse yourself in our popular TAP multimedia tour. This engaging and thought-provoking experience includes insightful commentary from CMA curators, USC Art History Professor, Dr. Bradford Collins and musical selections from CMA Adjunct Curator of Music Peter Hoyt. Ask for it at the admission desk!

Bringing the kids? Perfect!
Art Explorer Backpacks are free and encourage families to have fun in the galleries with interactive activities. Each backpack is designed for children ages 2-10 and includes Monet inspired activities, a sketchbook, colored pencils, a pair of binoculars and a compass for exploring the galleries. Ask for it at the admission desk!

Impressionism To Go
Complementing the exhibition, this full-color, 50-page catalogue extends your CMA experience and provides insight on some of the world’s most famous artists and their work. We hope it will allow you to see and appreciate these works more fully. The catalogue is available for $14.99 in the Museum Shop.

Completed just a month after his death in 1985, this film presents the most authoritative film biography of artist Marc Chagall. Weaving his paintings with archival footage and numerous interviews with the artist, it chronicles the long, creative arc of Chagall's life, from his birth in Czarist Russia in 1887 through almost the entirety of the 20th century. A natural Surrealist long before its theory was established, Chagall passed in and out of notoriety, both in Paris and New York. As this film shows, despite his friendship with Andre Breton and other greats, Chagall pursued his own unique artistic vision. 43 minutes.

A guided tour of the exhibition Impressionism from Monet to Matisse offers insight into the artists and their works.

The Columbia Museum of Art will be open all Easter Weekend for you and your family to enjoy the colors of Spring with Impressionism from Monet to Matisse.

TAP into CMA
Immerse yourself in our popular TAP multimedia tour. This engaging and thought-provoking experience includes insightful commentary from CMA curators, USC Art History Professor, Dr. Bradford Collins and musical selections from CMA Adjunct Curator of Music Peter Hoyt. Ask for it at the admission desk!

Bringing the kids? Perfect!
Art Explorer Backpacks are free and encourage families to have fun in the galleries with interactive activities. Each backpack is designed for children ages 2-10 and includes Monet inspired activities, a sketchbook, colored pencils, a pair of binoculars and a compass for exploring the galleries. Ask for it at the admission desk!

Impressionism To Go
Complementing the exhibition, this full-color, 50-page catalogue extends your CMA experience and provides insight on some of the world’s most famous artists and their work. We hope it will allow you to see and appreciate these works more fully. The catalogue is available for $14.99 in the Museum Shop.