Culture Bulletin: Spring 2016

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Cultural happenings around the world right now.

Atlanta

Feb. 28-June 12: Explore the phenomenon of mid-century U.S. cultural exhibitions at Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA). Make-Believe America examines the artifacts and attitudes behind America’s participation in World’s Fairs through the work of Charles and Ray Eames, Buckminster Fuller, and more.

Chicago

Feb.1-29: Get free admission to the Field Museum all month if you’re an Illinois resident. Chicago’s massive natural history museum is home to Sue, the largest and most complete T-rex ever found.

New York

March 18-20: The new Met Museum is opening in the old Whitney Museum uptown. The Met Brueur will showcase modern and contemporary art in the iconic Marcel Breuer-designed building. Celebrate opening weekend with special events and extended hours.

Seattle

Feb.1-29: Enjoy 50% off admission to over 40 museums and cultural organizations during Seattle Museum Month when you stay at a participating hotel. Learn what a poop deck is at the Center for Wooden Boats and don’t break anything at Chihuly Garden and Glass.

Sydney

March 24-April 24: Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Opera Australia with a pop-up opera on the waterfront. Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour presents Turandot, an exotic love story with skyline views and fireworks both onstage and in the sky.

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