The National Museum of Western Art will hold “Lively Saturday” on August 26, 2020, where anyone can freely enjoy the museum in their own style, such as viewing the works while having a conversation. It will be held on Sunday (Saturday).
■ Purpose of the event
"I get nervous because I have to keep quiet at the museum," "It's hard to go to an exhibition when I'm with small children." With that in mind, we will hold “Lively Saturday”, a day when you can talk freely about the work, and the circle of surprise and joy of viewing the work will spread further. On the day of the event, we will also set up a kids' space and a nursing room, and plan to enjoy viewing works regardless of age. (This does not limit conversations between customers on normal opening days.)
■Overview
Date: Saturday, August 26, 2023
Venue: National Museum of Western Art (permanent exhibition/special exhibition)
Opening hours: 9:30-20:00
Fee: Free (However, a separate fee will be charged if you use the shop or "CAFÉ Suiren")
Website: https://www.nmwa.go.jp/jp/experience-learn/public.html#events
[Permanent Exhibition Planning]
In the permanent exhibition, which displays Monet's "Water Lilies" and Rodin's "The Thinker," the project "Let's go find this painting!" One postcard will be distributed to each person, and a photo of a part of the work is attached, so you can enjoy art appreciation like a game. There may be new discoveries by paying attention to the details of the work.
[Exhibition planning]
At the special exhibition, "Images of Spain: Tracing and Transmitting Through Prints" is being held. We will distribute a booklet containing questions and explanations of the works to deepen the viewing experience.
Both projects can be enjoyed not only by children, but also by people of all ages, first-timers and repeat visitors.
■ About the National Museum of Western Art
The National Museum of Western Art was established in 1959 as an institution to provide a wide range of works related to Western art to the public, based on the Matsukata Collection (including masterpieces by Monet, Renoir, Rodin, etc.), which was donated back by the French government. launched in the month. The main building was designed by French architect Le Corbusier (1887-1965) and was completed in March 1959 (Showa 34) and was registered as a World Cultural Heritage site in 2016.
[Access] Please see our website for details.
https://www.nmwa.go.jp/jp/visit/map.html
(Train) 1 minute walk from JR Ueno Station (Koenguchi Exit)
7 minutes walk from Keisei Electric Railway Formation Ueno Station
8 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Hibiya Line Ueno Station
