Following a vibrant assortment of
outdoor art installations
the
last few months
New indoor art experiences soar with thrilling immersive presentations and remarkable exhibits celebrating nature. The intersection of art and science unfolds at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and the Houston Museum of Natural Science, whereas art converges with history at venues like the Rice Moody Center, CAMH, and the Menil Collection. Additionally, local Houston artists shine in various major showcases throughout the city.

“EAT!!” at the Silos in Waco
Sawyer Yards
(now through May 24)

This exhibit from the local mixed-media artist Diane Gelman presents a fresh and playful perspective on the art of dining. The collection, which serves as a visual banquet, includes her latest body of work featuring paintings, sculptures, and installations centered around everyone’s beloved topic: food. As a certified and practicing dietitian, Gelman views food not only as sustenance but also as a source of delight that brings people together socially and fosters positive interactions globally. Food acts as a common ground across cultures, providing comfort to both our physical forms and inner beings. Titled “EAT!!”, the exhibition aims to inspire individual contemplation and provide a rich sensory experience. Gelman has been honored with a 2025 Individual Artists Grant from the City of Houston for this project titled “EAT!!”.

“Audubon’s Birds of America” as
Houston Museum of Natural Science
(now through September 1)

Maybe one of the most renowned nature books ever written, John James Audubon’s
Birds of America
The series mesmerized its initial 19th-century viewers with its grandiose, lifelike avian depictions and played a crucial role in transforming birdwatching into the popular pastime it is now. This captivating display at the HMNS offers an opportunity for visitors to closely examine these vibrant illustrations in stunning detail. Initially curated by the National Museums Scotland, this exhibit features 46 prints sourced from their scarce unbound collection.
Birds of America.
In addition to these stunning illustrations, the exhibition will delve into the allure of Audubon’s creations alongside the intricacies of his heritage. It will portray him not only as an intrepid explorer and renowned naturalist but also uncover the more nuanced and contentious aspects of his real-life experiences.

“Floating World: A.A.Murakam” at
Fine Arts Museum, Houston
(now through September 5)

In the past few years, Houston has become home to so many immersive and interactive art spaces, but the MFAH will always be the pioneer when it comes to giving viewers the chance to play amid the art. Once again, the MFAH has captured art lightning in a bottle, this time literally, with the multi-gallery exhibition by the Tokyo and London-based A.A.Murakami, also know as Azusa Murakami, and Alexander Groves. Melding science, nature, and art, the duo create large-scale immersive landscapes working in mediums of light, fog, plasma, bubbles and sound. Each gallery holds work that is etherial, constantly transforming and will never be the same with each visit. Expect “Floating Worlds” to be a local social media art star by June.

This marks the first time an American museum is showcasing the works of these exceptional artists,” said MFAH Director Gary Tinterow. “A.A. Murakami’s description of their creations as ‘Ephemeral Tech’ perfectly encapsulates the eerie quality of these captivating installations, which harness cutting-edge advancements in both artistry and technology to reflect the transient yet eternal essence of natural phenomena.

“The Eternal Garden: Titanium Art by Aka Chen” at
Houston Museum of Natural Science
(now through September)

The showcase of artwork by the distinguished Taiwanese artist Aka Chen includes 20 sculptures that ingeniously merge jewelry craftsmanship with traditional Chinese brush painting through the use of titanium and precious stones. Chen employs a distinctive technique where he sculpts metals underwater utilizing highly precise instruments initially developed for medical purposes, all while operating at extremely elevated heat levels. After shaping the titanium, it goes through an anodization procedure which imparts a strikingly lustrous sheen. The final phase encompasses skillfully placing meticulously chosen gems that accentuate the titanium’s intrinsic allure and transform these items into masterpieces. These artworks depict fragile elements found in nature such as blossoms, butterflies, and damselflies, yet they are crafted from one of the toughest materials known in nature.

Rolling Stone Presents: Amplified, The Engaging Musical Journey!
Artechouse
(May 15-August 31)

When the ingenious funhouse that is Artechouse
opened last June
The intention has always been to introduce fresh exhibits and installations periodically, with this newest addition poised to shake up our local art scene. “Amplified” offers an engaging video experience that transports visitors through a half-hour musical odyssey spanning rock ‘n’ roll’s timeline. It immerses guests within a panoramic display stretching 360 degrees across walls and floors, featuring ultra-high-definition visuals paired with advanced audio technology for complete auditory envelopment.
This exhibit places attendees at the heart of iconic concert experiences and pivotal points in rock lore, showcasing seldom-seen clips from stage performances as well as intimate backstage glimpses and personal snapshots of musicians. Additionally, it presents distinctive photographic portraits, cover artwork, and vintage promotional materials. According to Artechouse, “Amplified” boasts what may be the largest compilation of rock-related visual content ever gathered, incorporating contributions from around 500 artists including both photographers and filmmakers.

The Space Between Gazing and Adoring: Francesca Fuchs and the de Menil House
Menil Collection
(May 23-November 2)

Inspired by a 50-year-old letter penned by John de Menil to Fuchs’s father—a German classical archaeologist—seeking advice about a sculpture in his private collection, this exhibition showcases new works by the renowned Houston-based artist. Years later, Fuchs discovered an image of that same piece among her father’s belongings. Titled “The Space Between,” these creations serve as Fuchs’s reply to John’s unreturned correspondence, manifesting in paintings depicting various items from the de Menil residence, such as additional pieces of art. In her artistic exploration, Fuchs contemplates ordinary objects, striving to uncover their essential realities. To develop this body of paintings, she meticulously examined numerous photos documenting the interiors of the de Menil house across different times, observing how artworks traversed those rooms over many years.

Francesca’s genuine and motivated method of studying the de Menil house and its permanent collection offers an invigoratingly fresh and profound viewpoint on the items gathered by John and Dominique de Menil,” said Paul R. Davis, curator at the Menil Collection. “Her continuous exploration into painting drives us to consider the complex and mutable significance of ordinary things.

“Figurative Histories” at
Rice Moody Center
(May 30-August 16)

For their dynamic summer exhibition, the Moody Center celebrates Texas-based artists Letitia Huckaby, Earlie Hudnall, Jr., David McGee, and Delita Martin. Besides hailing from the Lone Star State, these four artists also create figurative artwork influenced by their personal histories and socio-political themes. Their work often depicts the human body and uses images from the past to understand the present. Many of the pieces in the exhibition also explore historical absences, especially the lack of Black representation in traditional Western art.

The exhibit will showcase photographs taken by Earlie Hudnall, Jr., depicting everyday scenes from Houston’s Third, Fourth, and Fifth Wards. It will also present eight portraits from Letitia Huckaby’s renowned “A Living Requiem” collection. Additionally, the display will highlight seven expansive watercolor pieces from David McGee’s “Avenging Angels” series, over a hundred drawings from his “Tarot Cards” series, along with entirely fresh creations by Delita Martin inspired by her “Song Keepers” series—a tribute to Black women across historical moments, memories, and spiritual realms.

“Clément Cogitore: Collective Memories” at
Rice Moody Center
(May 30-August 16)

Displayed in neighboring exhibition spaces, these two video installations by the distinguished French creator, director, and photographer, Cogitor, engage in a conversation around the essence of communal performances and shared vitality. The initial piece,
Les Indes galantes
offers a modern interpretation of the 18th-century Baroque opera-ballet composed by the French musician Jean-Phillipe Rameau. This reinterpretation substitutes traditional ballet with krumping, a dance form that gained popularity in South Central Los Angeles during the early 2000s. The subsequent clip,
Morgestraich
In 2022, the work honors the Carnival of Basel, an ancient Swiss celebration. It showcases intricately costumed parade-goers moving steadily towards a unseen audience, set against a somber background.

Tomashi Jackson: Journey Through the Cosmos
Contemporary Arts Museum
(May 30-March 29, 2026)

This exhibition highlighting the acclaimed, Texas-raised artist covers almost ten years of her varied artistic output, encompassing mediums such as painting, printmaking, video, photography, textiles, and sculptures. Much of Jackson’s artwork stems from an investigative approach rooted in conversations with neighborhood residents, scholars, and activists. By integrating insights gained from these dialogues along with principles of color theory, she delves into subjects like territory, employment, and legislation—resulting in dynamic artworks that honor the strength of marginalized communities within U.S. democratic systems.

My family was part of the GreatMigration journey from Texas to California, and I’m excited to present ‘Across The Universe’ at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston,” Jackson stated. “Having this chance to showcase over a decade of my efforts in illustrating public stories across various fields to the city where I was born has been an enduring aspiration realized.