2021
An Evening of French Theater on May 15th
An in-person theatrical walking tour to be transported to 19th century Paris when we experience VOYEUR: THE WINDOWS OF TOULOUSE-LAUTREC
Hudson Valley Day Trip to Newburgh & Beacon | 10/9
A fall day trip to the beautiful Hudson Valley, featuring artist studio visits & a private guided tour at Dia: Beacon!
Gatsby-inspired Day of Culture on LI's Gold Coast | 10/24
A fall foliage trip back in time to the Jazz Age on Long Island’s Gold Coast!
Private Gallery Night: A Celebration of the Women of Abstract Art on April 22nd
A private exhibition viewing and artist talk at Susan Eley Fine Art
Art-full Discovery Walk of Tribeca & SoHo (& Nolita) on April 24th
Discover some of NYC's most iconic neighborhoods during this art walk featuring 4-5 gallery stops, led by Women of Culture Founder, Alexandra Harper. See photos here.
An Afternoon of Fashion (& Nature) in Brooklyn: 11/6
A private guided tour of Dior: Designer of Dreams at the Brooklyn Museum, preceded by brunch at the Norm and followed by a foliage walk in Prospect Park!
Kusama Exhibit at New York Botanical Gardens 6/20
A beautiful day of botanical explorations with art-full women at the NYBG featuring Kusama’s whimsical creations and a pop-up performance by Mark Morris!
Reading Between the Lines: Exhibition Tour & Brunch on March 14th
An exclusive curator-led tour of Jason Naylor’s solo show: Reading Between the Lines.
IN HER WORLD: Private Gallery Night 9/1
A private gallery night and artist talk featuring the IN HER WORLD group show at Voltz Clarke Gallery in the LES.
2020
Dyker Heights Holiday Lights in a Private Limo + Holiday brunch on December 12th
Whisked away to the beautiful holiday lights of Dyker Heights in our own private limo. See photos here
Holiday Soiree of Art, Beauty & Community on December 10th
a guided walk-through and artist talk-back by artist in residence Indira Cesarine. See photos here
Art-full Discovery Walk of Tribeca & SoHo (& Nolita) on November 21st
An art walk featuring three gallery stops, as well as an exclusive artist studio visit, led by Women of Culture Founder, Alexandra Harper. See photos here
Art4Equality x Life, Liberty & The Pursuit of Happiness: Private Exhibition Viewing + Artist Talk | 10/22
A private exhibition viewing and artist talk featuring the Art4Equality x Life, Liberty & The Pursuit of Happiness exhibit at the Untitled Space gallery in Tribeca. See photos here
'Between These Folded Walls, Utopia' at Fotografiska + Brunch
A guided tour of the Between These Folded Walls, Utopia exhibit at the recently reopened Fotografiska as well as a delicious brunch at Obica in the Flatiron district. See photos here
Art, Identity & Community Talk with Lauren Kaplan
An online art talk exploring how contemporary artists bring people together by representing aspects of their own identities, led by Art Historian and Art Tour Guide, Lauren Kaplan. Get more info here
A Taste of Tuscany: Live Online Cooking Class & Palazzo Tour
A live online cooking class and historic palazzo tour with Creative Edge Travel. Get more info here
Smashing Boundaries: Dance for Advocacy & Social Good
An online rehearsal and discussion with Smashworks Dance's Founder, Director and Choreographer Ashley McQueen, and some of her company members. Get more info here
No One Is Coming to Save You: with Kerri Van Kirk
A live online performance by Kerri Van Kirk, with a post-performance discussion and talkback. Get more info here
Virtual Connection Session: Using Humor & Storytelling to Heal
An intimate discussion, virtual viewing party and talkback with Diana Varco, whose work as an actress and solo artist centers around using the power of humor to heal. Get more info here
Be Your Own Muse: Resilience and Gumption in Times of Change
An evening of writing, connection and self-reflection designed to help you unearth the sense of knowing you truly do possess inside. Get more info here
Virtual Connection: An Exploration of Site Specific Dance
A live online performance and intimate talkback with Melissa Riker, Choreographer and Artistic Director of Kinesis Project dance theatre, a large-scale, out-door, public space dance company. Get more info here
Virtual Icebreaker Session for Art Addicts
An online networking game where you are matched with other members for 1x1 short conversations, complete with thought-provoking questions about art and life. Get more info here
Virtual Connection Session: Art of Ballet with Sheena Annalise
A virtual viewing party and intimate talkback with Sheena Annalise, Choreographer and Artistic Director of Arch Ballet. Get more info here
Online Interview with Linda Shelton, ED of the Joyce Theater
A happy hour fireside-style chat with Linda Shelton to learn more about The Joyce Theater. Get more info here
Virtual Connection Session: Hand Lettering with Danielle Rothman
A virtual version of a paint & sip - but with mimosa’s, bloody Mary’s, and hand lettering, taught by the fabulous Danielle Rothman of Rothbyrn’s Creative. Get more info here
The Best of the Contemporary Art World at Art on Paper
Explored the best of the Contemporary art world, including a private wine & cheese reception, at the the Art on Paper art fair! See photos here
Galentine-making Soiree with Rothbyrn's Creative
An evening of brush calligraphy, wine & chocolate. Get more info here
Museum Outing: In Pursuit of Fashion at the Met + Brunch
A private guided tour of the exhibit Fashionista calls “as good as a Willy Wonka factory for fashion buffs,” plus a delicious brunch at UES favorite, Grazie, before the tour. Get more info here
Brooklyn Museum, Brunch + Botanic Gardens on November 1st
Dove into the world of disco at the Studio 54: Night Magic exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum, which traces the radiant history, social politics, and trailblazing aesthetics of the most iconic nightclub of all time. See photos here
Falling for the Arts 2020 Columbus Day Weekend in the Berkshires
A weekend full of leaf-peeping, art-full explorations and fall foliage picnics in the Berkshires (with some stops in the Hudson Valley as well), all while bonding with fellow art-full women! See photos here
Embracing the Moment: Sound, Meditation & Writing for Reflection & Release
An evening of sound healing, meditation and writing led by poet, sound practitioner, and sacred creative, Elana Bell. Get more info here
Sweet Dreams: the Reinvention of the Cookie Jar with Hazy Mae
An artist talk with Hazy Mae, whose fun and functional hand-sculpted and hand-painted cookie jars celebrate the art of whimsy and bring a smile to all who experience them. Get more info here
The Art of Nature & Nature in Art
A virtual studio visit and artist talk with Nikolina Kovalenko, whose work explores the symbolism of textures found in Nature, magnifying the mundane and transforming it into the sublime. Get more info here
Armed Disposal: Virtual Gallery Visit with the Exhibition Curators
A guided virtual gallery visit of Armed Disposal, led by Celine Mo, Managing Director of Victori + Mo, and Artist & Curator, Katrina Majkut. Get more info here
The Art of Being Present with Yuri Dhara
An evening designed to help you welcome more presence and positivity into your life, led by Meditation & Consciousness Development Expert, Yuri Dhara. Get more info here
Feeling the Groove: Movement for non-Dancers
This virtual ‘field trip’ is all about letting go of any pre-conceived ideas about what dance should be or should look like and finding the movement that feels right for you and your body. Get more info here
Feeling the Blues: How to Embrace Your Blue Period
After an exploration of the works from Picasso's blue period, Michelle led us in a discussion on how to embrace and use the blues to fuel productivity. Get more info here
Women & The Arts: Fact vs. Fiction
Explored the myth that there have been 'no great women artists' and learned more about the many leading ladies of the art world during this belated Women's History Month celebration of female artists. Get more info here
Respite & Renewal: A Curator-led Virtual Gallery Visit
A guided virtual gallery visit and intimate talkback with Susan Eley, Founder & Director of Susan Eley Fine Art, and Artist & Curator, James Isherwood Art. Get more info here
Virtual Connection: Finding F*ck Yes with Clare Edgeman
An exclusive first reading and book discussion with author, Clare Marie Edgeman, whose new book, Finding F*ck Yes: A Memoir of Orgasms & Insulin which came out on April 10th. Get more info here
Virtual Connection Session #3 | Virtual Studio Visit
An exclusive insider’s look at artist Laurence de Valmy work and studio outside of Piladelphia, PA. Get more info here
Virtual Connection Session: Embracing Chaos with Amy Jindra
A workshop guiding you through some simple tantric practices to help you feel more grounded and less anxious duing this chaotic time. Get more info here
Performance Outing: NYCB Art Series
New York City Ballet’s Art Series, plus delicious food & drinks at Rosa Mexicano before the show. Get more info here
Performance Outing: Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake
A chance to see Swan Lake like never before, plus delicious drinks & apps before the show for a perfect Girls’ Night Out! Get more info here
Meditative Motions: Viewing + Artist Talk with Chellis Baird
an afternoon learning about and celebrating female artists past and present while exploring one of NYC's hidden art gems during this exhibition walkthrough and artist talk. See photos here
Dinner & A Show: West Side Story on Broadway
“The most eagerly-awaited production of the new season" (NY Post) and the hottest new revival taking Broadway by storm. Mix & mingle over a 3-course dinner at delicious Medi Wine Bar before heading to the 8pm show. Get more info here
2019
Holiday Celebration of Tap with Dorrance Dance on December 19th
Dinner, show & private post-show talkback with the dancers! See photos here
An Evening with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater on December 6th
The evening featured a world premiere by choreographer Donald Byrd as well as the Ailey classic, Revelations, performed to live music. Plus Night Creature, and Ella, a high-energy work set to the music of Ella Fitzgerald. See photos here
Parisian Chic: Private Tour at the Museum at FIT + Brunch on November 23rd
We immersed ourselves in the world of Parisian high fashion during a private, guided tour of the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology. See photos here
An Evening of David Byrne on Broadway: American Utopia + Dinner on November 8th
A truly unique evening of live music, dance and theater, featuring David Byrne's American Utopia on Broadway. See photos here
An Afternoon of French Fashion & Food in Brooklyn on October 26th
An afternoon of fashion and food a la Francais - featuring a private guided tour of the Pierre Cardin exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum! See photos here
An Evening of Architecture & Design in Brooklyn Heights on October 11th
Private, guided tour of the beautiful Brooklyn Heights Designer Showhouse. See photos here
The Art of Entrepreneurship on September 26th
A diverse panel of female artists from different disciplines including theater, music, dance and the visual arts, all discussing how they have adopted an entrepreneurial mindset in order to market themselves and their work. See photos here
The State of American Culture: the Whitney Biennial + Brunch on September 7th
Explored a memorable and boundary-defying exhibit during our own private, guided tour led by one of the Whitney’s extremely knowledgeable teaching fellows. See photos here.
An Evening of Glitz & Glam with Moulin Rouge on Broadway on August 22nd
We met for delicious wine & shared appetizers at the Wine Escape before entering a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur and glory at Moulin Rouge on Broadway! See photos from the event here
An Evening of Hip Hop with Blak Whyte Gray on August 2nd
A truly mind-blowing performance by East London dance company, Boy Blue. See photos from the event here
Sweet Summer Soiree on July 16th
This delicious evening was all about bonding and relating more deeply with one another while also learning about the art of sweets. We decorated our own marshmallows and tasted some delicious wine. See photos from the event here
An Evening of Magical Movement with Pilobolus on June 27th
We started the summer off with a dip in the refreshing world of Pilobolus, at the Joyce Theater. We ended the night with a champagne reception in the downstairs lobby. See photos from the event here
Spring Paint & Sip Night: Watercolor Florals Workshop on May 14th
During a two-hour workshop with Danielle Rothman of Rothbyrn’s Creative (www.rothbyrnscreative.com), we learned the basics of painting with watercolors and then practice making flowers such as roses, tulips, lavender, and peonies using artist-grade supplies from Holbein. See photos from the event here
Private Guided tour of TEFAF Spring 2019 + Brunch on May 5th
This Cinco de Mayo, we went on a private guided tour of the prestigious TEFAF Spring art fair that has introduced new ways of looking at, thinking about, and experiencing art. This was all followed by brunch at the East Pole Kitchen & Bar. See photos from the event here
Art & Environmental Activism on April 12th
A private exhibit viewing and intimate conversation about art & the environment with Dutch artist, Ellen de Meijer and Environmental Advocate, Chante Harris. See photos from the event here
An Evening with Dorrance Dance on March 30th
Hailed for their ingenuity in both expanding the boundaries of tap dance and honoring its roots, Dorrance Dance performed an electrifying program of innovative premieres, old favorites, and rarely seen repertory. See photos from the event here
Art on Paper: Private Guided Tour + Brunch on March 10th
Started off with brunch at LES institution, Les Enfants de Boheme, and then continued for Armory Arts Week fun at the the Art on Paper fair that showcased photography, drawing, painting, sculpture, and large scale installations that are all from, about, by, or on paper. See photos from the event here
Philly in Bloom Weekend of Culture on March 1st
Just 1 hour and 20 minutes from NYC, the city of brotherly love has a wealth of arts and culture for us to absorb. We visited the Fabulous Fashion exhibit at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, as well as the famous Philadelphia Flower Show! See photos from the event here
Galentine's Day 2019: Celebrating the Female Spirit & Sexuality on February 13th
One day before the both dreaded and beloved V-day, we celebrated women and connected more deeply with ourselves and one another through tantra, meditation, music and song with two phenomenal women as our guides. See photos from the event here
American Son on Broadway + Dinner on January 25th
Following a delicious meal at Trattoria Trecolori, we got to see to see Kerry Washington in a thought-provoking new play that explores themes of family relationships, love, loss, and identity. We then gathered for post-performance drinks & discussion afterwards! See photos from the event here
Celebrating Abstraction: Private Tour of Hilma af Klint Exhibit on January 12th
The “staggering” exhibition of Klint’s paintings at the Guggenheim is the first major solo exhibition in the US devoted to this visionary artist’s work and is a rare opportunity to experience her long under-recognized artistic achievements. We had the pleasure of exploring this “flabbergasting retrospective” during our own private guided tour, followed by a delicious brunch with girlfriends old and new at Gina La Fornarina. See photos from the event here
Celebrate the Holidays at the NYBG Train Show Bar Car Night on December 14th
We got into the holiday spirit by taking a trip to the NY Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show Bar Car Night, via our own private limo, complete with holiday drinks & sweets. See photos here
Good Vibes on the Lower East Side: Art, Food & Drink Walk on December 1st
Spent the morning delighting all five of our senses during a personalized art & food walk with Women of Culture Founder, Alexandra Harper. See photos from the event here
The Art of Slowing Down on November 15th
A combination of a private gallery visit, artist talkback and TED-style lecture at Susan Eley Fine Art. See photos from the event here
Oklahoma! On Bway + Cast Member Meet & Greet + Dinner on October 18th
Headed to see what the New York Times calls “the coolest new show on Broadway.” In addition, we got to meet one of the stars of the show during our pre-show dinner at delicious Toloache. See photos here
Fall for Dance 2019: Misty, Crystal, Caleb & Kyle on October 2nd
We saw the best program of the festival, featuring performances and choreography by some of the dance world’s biggest stars, including Misty Copeland, Caleb Teicher, Crystal Pite and Kyle Abraham.
The Music of the Spheres: Artist Talk with Chalda Maloff on September 21st
Artist talk featuring artist Chalda Maloff in conversation with curator and editor of 50 Contemporary Women Artists, Heather Zises. See photos here
2nd Annual Labor Day Weekend of Culture: Newport, RI on August 30th
This Labor Day weekend, we went on a culture-full girl’s getaway to the beautiful shores of Newport, Rhode Island! We experienced all of the best history, architecture, shopping, seafood and sailing the ‘Gold Coast’ has to offer. See photos here
An Evening of Fashion, Art & Rooftop Drinks at the Met on August 9th
First, we dove into the art of fashion with a guided tour through some of the most fashionable highlights in the Museum’s collection. We were then given an insider’s introduction to the blockbuster CAMP exhibit before having time to explore it for ourselves. See photos from the event here
Shakespeare in the Park + Picnic on July 25th
A perfect NYC summer night with a picnic and Shakespeare under the stars! See photos from the event here
Wild for Dance with Arch Ballet on July 11th
A wild evening of dance that featured a performance by Arch Ballet, with a post-performance cocktail party and auction that benefitted the #feedtheballerinas campaign. See photos from the event here
Dinner & A Show: Kiss Me, Kate on Bway on June 4th
A fun and boisterous night out, featuring Kiss Me, Kate on Broadway, and a 3-course dinner at delicious Medi Wine Bar. See photos from the event here
Art, Meditation & Mindfulness on May 18th
During this 2 hour experience at Susan Eley Fine Art, we explored mixed media artist Francie Hester’s new solo show, Suspending, and used it as a launch pad to explore the topics of meditation and mindfulness with Meditation Expert, Yuri Dhara. See photos from the event here
What the Constitution Means to Me + Dinner on May 10th
Heralded by the NY Times as “not just the best play to open so far on Broadway this season but also the most important,” this witty and boundary-breaking play breathes new life into our Constitution and imagines how it will shape the next generation of American women. It was a thought-provoking evening of theater, with pre-show dinner & drinks at Bea. See photos from the event here
Private Guided Tour of Frida Kahlo: Appearances Can Be Deceiving on April 27th
Had the chance to go on a private guided tour of Frida Kahlo: Appearances Can Be Deceiving at the Brooklyn Museum, along with a Frida-inspired brunch at the Norm! See photos from the event here
An Afternoon at the Photography Show + Brunch on April 7th
We explored one of the world's most prestigious annual photography events! The Photography Show, put on by the Association of International Photography Art Dealers, is the premier exhibit dedicated to all forms of photography and includes a wide range of museum-quality work from the 19th-century through present day. See photos from the event here
I am Woman: An Art & Performance Party on March 22nd
With performances by Clare Edgerton (Storyteller), Kerri Lowe (Spoken Word/song), and Samara Cohen, aka Princess Lockarooo (Dancer/Choreographer), we brought together some of the best emerging female artists in NYC to present their work and help us celebrate all that is woman. See photos from the event here
The Armory Show: Happy Hour Viewing + Reception on March 8th
As the largest and oldest of all the NYC art fairs, the Armory Show is always the talk of the art world and we had the chance to go for a special happy hour viewing, plus drinks & snacks at female-owned wine bar, Ardesia, afterwards. See photos from the event here
Warhol at the Whitney + Brunch on February 24th
We had a private, guided tour of one of the most talked about exhibits of the winter: Andy Warhol — From A to B and Back Again at the Whitney Museum. See photos from the event here
An Afternoon with the New York City Ballet + backstage tour with a NYCB Dancer on February 10th
We saw the amazing New Combinations program, which features a world premiere by Justin Peck in his fourth collaboration with Sufjan Stevens, an encore performance of The Runaway by Kyle Abraham, and the first full performances of William Forsythe's Herman Schmerman since 1964. We also had the amazing opportunity to meet an NYCB dancer during a 45-minute discussion and backstage tour before the show! See photos from the event here
The Art of Wine: An Evening of Wine & Entrepreneurship on January 14th
An evening of wine tasting, girl-bonding and discussion at a female-owned wine bar Local & Vine. We got to sit down with owner, Nicole Caputo, as she discussed her experience as a female entrepreneur, the challenges of opening a restaurant in NYC, and of course, the art of wine! She also guided us through a tasting of a few of her favorite local wines while we snacked on delicious appetizers and bonded with girlfriends old and new. See photos from the event here
2018
Fresh Perspectives on the Visual Arts on June 19th
Held at the new Current Museum of Art, we sat down with three art world experts: Holly Hager of Curatious, Kristina Adduci of ArtZealous and Beckie Warren of @Girlseesart, who helped demystify the inner workings of the art world while discussing the important effect art has on the individual and society at large. See photos from the event here
Art & Nature Afternoon at the MET on May 12th
Led by Art Historian Lauren Kaplan, we experienced a special guided tour of two phenomenal exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, that demonstrated how artists have responded to their natural environment. See photos from the event here
Art in Bloom: Weekend of Culture in Washington, DC on April 5th
During the National Cherry Blossom Festival at Washington DC, we stayed at the heart of the city and experienced the best the city has to offer in the way of art, architecture, theater, food — and of course — flowers! See photos from the event here
Art on Paper: Champagne Reception & Self-Guided Tour on March 10th
During Armory arts week, we had time to view the ingenious Art on Paper fair on our own after a private champagne reception. See photos from the event here
A Lower East Side Afternoon at the Galleries on June 9th
Following a delicious brunch at Vandal, we spent an afternoon of art and exploration in Manhattan's Lower East Side neighborhood. With veteran art critic Merrily Kerr as our guide, we got know this vibrant and ever-changing neighborhood in a whole new way — through its art! See photos from the event here
Mean Girls on Broadway on June 1st
We went to see Mean Girls, the ferociously funny new musical that gets to the hilarious heart of what it means to be a true friend, a worthy nemesis, and above all, a human being. We all know the movie, but to see it enacted live - and in song, was an entirely different and enjoyable experience! See photos from the event here
A Conversation about: Women and the Art World on March 12th
With our 3 panelists: Anita Rogers, Danika Druttman and Lisa Small, we received a sneak peek into three different facets of the art world, learned about their unique careers and discussed how they have each overcome some of the hurdles women face in this male-dominated industry. See photos from the event here
New York City Ballet with Backstage Tour of the Costume Department on February 4th
We experienced a fantastic matinee of the New York City Ballet, along with a backstage tour led by the Director of the Costume Department! See photos from the event here