ARTafterDARK: SMU College Night

Are you seeking a vibrant evening experience celebrating art and culture? The Meadows Museum’s ARTafterDARK event is the perfect choice for you! This exclusive night at the museum for SMU undergraduates and promises to be an exciting and unforgettable experience. Get ready to indulge in glowy crafts, savor delicious snacks, and dance to the upbeat rhythms of Spanish wave music. Mark your calendars for September 28 from 8 to 10 p.m. and get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and cultural richness.

Gallery Talks and Light Bites

Join students Andreina Rodriguez and Lucia Hinojosa as they take students on a tour of the works of the Meadows. The museum’s Medieval and early Renaissance art gallery will be illuminated by candlelight, creating an immersive ambiance that transports you to another time. Let the music enhance your experience and take in the beauty surrounding you. As you indulge in the delicious treats, know your indulgence makes a difference. The featured desserts are from organizations that change lives, including Cafe Momentum’s delectable brownies, Chance’s Cafe’s bite-sized pies, and Break Bread, Break Borders’ scrumptious cookies.

Vibrant Creations and an Exceptional Musical Lineup

Explore your creativity in the black light by designing your own fluorescing version of museum works using neon pencils. Additionally, you can join SMU’s Student Organized Artist Collective and collaborate with other talented artists to create a custom, collaged lightbox that’s perfect to hang at home. And remember to let your imagination run wild as you make the glowing peg-light images of your dreams. To make your crafting experience even more enjoyable, the event’s playlist features five Spanish bands that were featured in 2023 South by Southwest.

How to attend ARTafterDark

If you are an art-loving SMU student, mark your calendar for Thursday, September 28th. To enter, all you have to do is show your student ID. And if you’re one of the first 100 people to arrive, you’ll get a unique, glow-in-the-dark ARTafterDark shirt designed by talented SMU student artist Sophie Kim. Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to experience and connect with fellow students who share your passion.