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DFW museums are not messing around this summer. Art lovers can expect to see world-class works from around the globe. From twelfth-century Japanese armor to eighteenth-century French drawings, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy this summer. Don’t forget to check out the extended viewing hours that most institutions promote heavily this time of year offering discounted tickets, drinks and live entertainment. Here are my picks for the 10 must see DFW summer exhibitions.

If you haven’t been lately, now is the perfect time to head over to the SMU campus and pay a visit to the picturesque Meadows Museum for two landmark exhibits on display now through January.

Take a 2-day art course/tour at SMU’s Meadows Museum Auditorium with the Vice Chair of the City of Dallas Cultural Affairs Commission, Gail Sachson.

“Breathe new life into your art career or learn how to plug into the Dallas art scene for the first time through this intimate guide to local resources for artists, collectors, docents, art students and enthusiasts.”

“In times as dire as ours, everything matters more than art. Yet in such times, art matters more than ever.” Monday Museums are closed Tuesday Dallas Museum of Art – First Tuesday of each month* 11 AM- 5PM The Trammell Crow Collection 10 AM- 5 PM The African American Museum 12 PM- 5PM Amon Carter […]

The Meadows Museum at SMU will be presenting a three-week lecture series exploring the social, cultural and political climate of Mexico during Diego Rivera’s lifetime. The lectures are free and advanced registration is not required.

While you’re there take advantage of Free Thursday’s (after 5pm) at the Meadow’s Museum and explore the Diego Rivera: The Cubists Portraits, 1913-1914 exhibition.