Asian Art Museum Free Admission
The Asian Art Museum announces free admission on March 1 for cultural celebrations with world-class artists. London's Mall Galleries is also previewing the Society of Graphic Fine Art show from March 9-14, showcasing hand-drawn excellence with live demos.
- The free admission at the Asian Art Museum is part of its "Free First Sundays" program, which takes place on the first Sunday of every month. - Standard adult general admission to the Asian Art Museum is typically $20, with special exhibitions often costing an additional fee. - While general admission to the permanent collection is free on these days, special exhibitions are usually available for a discounted price of $10 or $15. - The event at Mall Galleries is the 105th Annual Open Exhibition of the Society of Graphic Fine Art (SGFA). - The Society of Graphic Fine Art was founded in 1919 to promote and uphold the skill of drawing in response to the rise of modernism and abstract art. - Specific live demonstrations at the SGFA show include Caroline Matthews on soft pastel techniques, Giulia Quaresima on drawing hands, and Margaret Eggleton demonstrating with liquid graphite. - The SGFA exhibition showcases a wide range of media, including pencil, watercolor, oils, pen and ink, pastels, and various forms of original printmaking. - The March timing for the museum's free day often aligns with broader cultural observances such as Women's History Month and holidays like Holi.
