About this Event

Throughout history, minerals have been used as vibrantly colored pigments to make paint. Although artists today use them less frequently, the presence of mineral pigments in painted works of art assists art conservators and researchers in dating, identifying and in restoration. The exhibition Ground Minerals from Pigments to Palette, on view in the Mineralogical Museum from February 7 to May 13, explores the array of pigment minerals used by artists throughout time.

Join curator Sharon Fitzgerald to learn more about these minerals and to hear fascinating stories of how and when they were used by artists.

This in-person event is free and open to the public.

Registration is requested.