Senior Staff from Poster House will be leading group tours around the museum, focusing on their own individual interests within each exhibition. This is a great opportunity to get a fresh take on Poster House’s inaugural exhibitions, and staff are happy to answer questions about building the museum and developing our mission. Tours are free […]
Ivan Lendl was a tennis champion who dominated the field in the 1980s, holding the World No. 1 spot for an incredible 270 weeks. He was proud of his Czechoslovakian heritage and particularly enamored with the incredible skill and seduction of Alphonse Mucha, Art Nouveau poster legend and fellow Bohemian. Lendl sought out Jack Rennert, a leading […]
It’s Monday! Let’s have a drink and sketch live models in Poster House’s galleries. Stay after-hours in the museum and be inspired by Alphonse Mucha’s 6 foot posters for the inimitable Sarah Bernhardt. Please bring your drawing materials and paper of your choice -- but if you don't have anything, don't worry! Limited supplies are available […]
Around the turn of the century, Sarah Bernhardt was the most famous woman in the world. A self-made business woman, her ability to create publicity and see innovation where others could not kept her in the spotlight for decades. It was a simple twist of fate that brought her and Alphonse Mucha together over Christmas […]
Ben Macklowe is one of the world’s experts on Art Nouveau and Art Deco jewelry, interiors, and decorative arts. In this exclusive tour of his Park Avenue gallery, he will explain the history and techniques used to create some of the most beautiful objects from the late 19th century. One-of-a-kind jewels, priceless sculptures, sumptuous glassware, and, […]
On the third Friday of every month, come unwind at Poster House. Enjoy our gorgeous exhibitions at a more relaxed pace, and share a glass of wine with friends. Our café, galleries, and gift shop will be open late!
The only thing better than one LU cookie, is an LU cookie you decorate yourself! Join us for a family-friendly cookie decorating workshop where we take the biscuits from the gallery walls to the workshop table! Design your perfect bite on the biscuits that have been a beloved part of snack time since 1846. Shop […]
Acclaimed art historian Paul Stirton will talk about our exhibition Designing Through The Wall: Cyan in the 1990s as it relates to the larger trajectory of German poster and print-making heritage. Copies of his book Jan Tschichold and the New Typography as well as our companion exhibition booklet which he contributed to will be available for purchase and signing. Paul Stirton is […]
Join us as we say goodbye to our inaugural shows! Explore the galleries one last time, and say goodbye to Alphonse Mucha and Cyan. Shop & Café Open