Exhibits to Explore This Weekend

Whether in celebration of President’s Day, Valentine’s Day, or just a day that you’re no longer snowed in, take time this weekend to visit some of the fantastic exhibits at our local museums.

The Drawings of Bronzino: Now on display at the Met are approximately 60 drawings from Italian painter, draftsman, teacher, and poet Agnolo Bronzino, who lived and worked in sixteenth-century Florence. A warm exploration of human figure and form, this would make an excellent choice for Valentine’s Day. On display until April 18.

Quicktake: Rodarte: New this week at Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum is an exhibit devoted to clothing designer Rodarte. Founded in 2005 by Kate and Laura Mulleavy, Rodarte won the 2009 Womenswear Designer of the Year award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America. The exhibit takes a look at Rodarte’s unique yet dynamic style and stunning creations.

With Love from New York City: Head to the Museum of the City of New York for a special exhibition featuring approximately 45 valentines, all handcrafted or manufactured between 1840 and 1940. Sweet vintage sentiments and classic art styles make this a one-of-a-kind exhibit perfect for sharing with your Valentine. Open through February 26.

Paris and the Avant-Garde: Modern Masters from the Guggenheim Collection: The Guggenheim explores how such artists as Marc Chagall, Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Juan Gris, Fernand Léger, Joan Miró, and more lived and worked in Paris during the early twentieth century, developing their own techniques, customs, and styles. On display until May 12.

Collecting Biennials: As the Whitney gears up for its Biennial celebration, which kicks off February 25, visit the works of Biennials past in this historical survey that features Andy Warhol, Mark Rothko, Jackson Pollock, Edward Hopper, Jasper Johns, Willem de Kooning, Cy Twombly, and more. The exhibit runs until November 28. Added bonus: Admission is only $8 through the month of February.

Tim Burton: Get ready for Tim Burton’s new Alice in Wonderland movie with a trip to the Museum of Modern Art. This Burton-themed exhibit features drawings, storyboards, puppets, photographs, costumes, and more from Burton’s films, including Edward Scissorhands, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Beetlejuice. On display through April 26. But be aware: timed tickets are strongly suggested, as admission is limited and has been selling out. Click here to purchase tickets.

Enjoy!