Curators Circles: Photography

One of the earliest museums in the country to collect photography, the MFA continues to expand its collection in exciting ways. Through lively behind-the-scenes programs and intimate conversations, deepen your connections with our photography collection and curators, as well as contemporary photographers and outside scholars. View works up close while meeting fellow enthusiasts and collectors. Your membership supports significant photography acquisitions.

Annual membership is $1,500.*

For more information about this Curators Circle’s programming, please contact [email protected].

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*$100 per person is not tax deductible.
Dates, times, and events are subject to change.

Excursion: Photography Fair

Tuesday, November 10–Thursday, November 12, 2026
All Day

The Making of a Traveling Exhibition: Mary Cassatt Virtual Talk

Tuesday, February 9, 2027
12:30 pm–1:30 pm
Online

Kawada Kikuji: Chizu (The Map)

Thursday, February 25, 2027
6:30 pm–8:30 pm

Past Events

Exploring Photobooks with MassArt Photographers

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Picasso, Miró, Dalí: A Conversation

Monday, April 27, 2026
6:00 pm–9:00 pm

Exhibition Celebration: Rosângela Rennó

Friday, April 17, 2026
6:00 pm–8:30 pm

Travel Opportunity: Rhode Island

Thursday, March 5–Friday, March 6, 2026
12:00 am–11:55 pm

New Photography 2025: Lines of Belonging

Thursday, October 30, 2025
6:00 pm–8:30 pm

Studio Visit with Olivia Parker

Thursday, September 25, 2025
4:00 pm–6:00 pm

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