Art After Hours: Book Club

Delve into art and literature at The Bass' Art After Hours.

The Bass museum is inviting art and literature enthusiasts to a unique summer series: Art After Hours. Held every month from June 13 to August 8 within the museum's Social Assembly space, these evenings offer an engaging exploration of the intersection between visual and literary arts.

Each month, attendees will delve into a book discussion inspired by the current exhibitions on display at The Bass. The museum curates a specific book selection that thematically connects to the artworks, providing a deeper understanding and appreciation for both mediums. Whether you're a seasoned bookworm or simply curious to explore new perspectives on art, Art After Hours offers a stimulating and thought-provoking experience. Come prepared to discuss the book, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and participate in a guided tour of the relevant exhibition.

Here's the lineup of featured books:

June 13 - Parable of the Sower
Delve into dystopian fiction with Parable of the Sower, Octavia E. Butler's visionary novel set in a future ravaged by climate and economic collapse. The book's themes of resilience and humanity's relationship with the environment will be explored in conversation with the current exhibition by Anne Duk Hee Jordan, I will always weather with you. This exhibition delves into similar concepts, making for a fascinating cross-pollination of ideas. 

July 11 - Continental Drift by Russell Banks
Set in the 1980s, Russell Banks' Continental Drift follows two intertwining stories. One follows a working-class New Englander who relocates to Florida chasing financial dreams, while the other depicts a young Haitian woman escaping the turmoil of her homeland and emigrating to the United States. Join the discussion around this captivating novel while considering its connection to the exhibition We Are in This Together: Selections from the Collection, which explores the intricate network of our increasingly globalized world.August 8th Featured Book:

August 8 - Miami Noir: The Classics
Immerse yourself in the world of Miami Noir. This August, Art After Hours dives into Miami Noir: The Classics, an anthology featuring iconic works by crime fiction legends like Marjory Stoneman Douglas, Zora Neale Hurston, and Elmore Leonard. Explore Miami's vibrant artistic history through the lens of these captivating stories, and discuss the city's enduring connection to creative expression. The conversation will be complemented by a look at the exhibition Nam June Paik: The Miami Years, which delves into the work of pioneering video artist Nam June Paik and his defining time in Miami Beach.