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Opening Night of New Ancient Mexico Exhibit | Friday Nights at the de Young

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Friday, February 18, 2011 - 6:00 pm to 8:45 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Programs are free and open to the public, but does not include admission to the museum's galleries

Event Details

As the de Young celebrates the opening of the new exhibit Olmec: Colossal Masterworks of Ancient Mexico, come hear a welcome and acknowledgement by indigenous community leaders Ann Marie Sayers, tribal chair, Indian Canyon Nation (Costanoan/Ohlone), Don Pascual, and others.

Plus enjoy free live music from the 11-piece band Orquesta La Moderna Tradición celebrating danzón

About Friday Nights at the De Young
On Friday nights the entire museum is open until 8:45 p.m. Friday Nights at the de Young offers a variety of interdisciplinary arts programs, including live music, poetry, films, dance, tours, and lectures. The cafe is open with a special Friday Nights dinner menu, and a no-host cocktail bar is serving drinks. There are art making activities for everyone. All Friday Night programming is free unless otherwise noted.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Programs are free and open to the public, but does not include admission to the museum's galleries
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