Skin contains, conveys, and creates our being in the world. French psychoanalyst Didier Anzieu reminds us that our human skin is the envelope to the body, transferring sensory knowledge between inside and out. Join distinguished scholar Dr. Vera Camden (Kent State University) for a discussion of how Ursula von Rydingsvard’s sculptures probe the paradoxes of what Anzieu calls the “skin-ego.”

Single in CLE: looking for other Cleveland creative types and culture lovers for a night of mingling, music, and new introductions.  Enjoy refreshments while getting to know other people who make the city a little more interesting.
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Experience the drama of high fashion as MOCA presents a couture throw-down in our galleries.  Based on the popular reality TV show Project Runway, select fashion students from area universities will design original fashions that address "monumentality" as inspred by Ursula von Rydingsvard's sculpture.  A panel of fashion savvy judges will evaluate the designs and select a winner during our live runway competition.
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Like Ursula von Rydingsvard, many artists working in our region dedicate their practice to a special material, process, or method. Join us this spring as the artists in 8501 to 11400: On Moving partner with past MOCA-featured artists in a series of three dialogues to explore their commitment to unique artistic practices and materials.

Sarah Kabot and Corrie Slawson: Claiming Spaces

Using materials ranging from yarn to paper, Kabot and Slawson transform sites and spaces to draw attention to the overlooked elements of our surroundings.

Check back for more information on upcoming dialogues in this series.
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Some of the best memories are from experiences shared with groups of friends and family.  Add to those memories by taking a tour of the last exhibition season at MOCA's Carnegie Avenue location.  Visits can be self-guided or docent let and tailored to your specific interests about the art.  Tours of the museum are offered to school groups, university classes and recreation or social groups.  Find out more about scheduling a tour here.
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Free - limited spaces available and registration is required

First Thursdays are reserved for 3 - 5 year olds to laugh, play and enjoy today's art through guided experiences with MOCA educators.  One hour visits lead little ones and their parent or caregiver into the gallery for hands-on experiences related to the themes in the art on display.  This season's experiences will be building, drawing, and understanding opposites.  Activities for each Play Date change and multiple visits are welcomed.

Reserve your spot: choose a date to play, then call Nicole at 216.421.8671 x 41 to reserve.

Spaces are limited so don't wait!!
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Led by trumpet virtuoso Sean Jones, the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra's Electric Band is a new fusion ensemble that includes some of the area's best young jazz musicians.  Mixing chops with swagger in dynamic ways, the Electric Band offers fresh jazz sounds that will enliven and animate MOCA's space and concert guests alike in surprising ways.  The Electric Band is led by trumpet player Sean Jones, Artistic Director of the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra.  Mr. Jones was the lead trumpet player in the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra for many years, and has released six solo recordings to critical acclaim.

7 PM - VIP Happy Hour accompanied by tours of our current exhibitions 

7:30 PM - Doors open to the general public

8 PM - start time for the concert

You may purchase tickets online through the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra at this link.

Visit this link for more information on the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra.
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This dynamic family day event will feature creative crafts and amusing activities based on the exhibition 8501 to 11400 and the theme of moving.
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Help MOCA bid farewell to 8501 Carnegie Avenue with two simultaneous performances that explore the concepts of fortitude, ritual, and harmony.  In our galleries, Cleveland Institute of Music alumni will perform Morton Feldman's hypnotic four-hour composition, For Philip Guston.  Simultaneously, 8501 to 11400 exhibition artist Ben Kinsley will stage a public art performance that connects our current and future locations through a dynamic exchange of elements.

@ University Circle

Join MOCA at this extraordinary University Circle arts & cultural celebration.  In addition to a hands-on family activity at our tent, MOCA will participate in the annual parade with a creative design inspired by our new building!