Event Details
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 6:30-8:30pm
MassArt’s Tower Auditorium
621 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115
maam@massart.edu | 617 - 879 - 7333
Join internationally-recognized visual artist Banu Cennetoğlu, Harvard professor and award-winning author Sarah Lewis, and Barr Foundation President & CEO Ali Noorani in conversation with MassArt President Mary K. Grant for a timely discussion exploring the intersections of artistic practice, universal rights, and visual culture. Programmed in collaboration with MassArt Art Museum (MAAM)’s current exhibitions, this panel will examine the ideals, images, and institutions that shape our understanding of contemporary life.
MAAM will be open following the panel.
6:30-7:30p | Panel
7:30-8:30p | MAAM open for viewing (optional)
Going, Going, Gone / Ticketing Notice
This event is free but advanced registration is recommended. This event will likely sell out–plan ahead and get those tickets in advance! Tickets may not be available on the evening of this event.
Say Cheese / Event Documentation Notice
Photos and/or videos may be taken at this event. By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that your likeness may be included in photos and videos of the event and that those photos and videos may be used by MassArt in connection with MassArt and MassArt Art Museum communications. If you do not agree with this usage, please notify a staff member upon arrival to receive a no-photo sticker.
Open to All / Accessibility
MassArt Art Museum is committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and inclusive environment during in-person and virtual programs and events. To request an access or disability-related accommodation, please contact MassArt Art Museum at maam@massart.edu at least two weeks before the date of the event.
FREE
Advance Registration Required