5 Museum Exhibits Around the World to Visit This Summer

  1. “Dalí: Disruption and Devotion” – Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Uncover surreal brilliance as Salvador Dalí’s technical mastery meets his audacious creativity. Featuring 30 paintings and prints—like Disintegration of the Persistence of Memory and Ecumenical Council—alongside works by his European influences, this exhibition highlights Dalí’s homage to tradition through a surreal lens . Runs through December 1, 2024.

  1. “Infinity Mirrors” – Seattle Art Museum, Seattle

Step into Yayoi Kusama’s immersive universe, where mirrored chambers and LED lights multiply images into infinity. A mind-bending and emotional journey into her vibrant, dreamlike world . Typically runs through early fall—book in advance!

  1. “Van Gogh in Auvers” – Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam

Travel to the twilight of Van Gogh’s life in Auvers-sur-Oise. This exhibition showcases over 50 paintings and 20 drawings, including Wheatfield with Crows and Tree Roots, revealing his late-career intensity and emotional resonance . Open through September 3.

  1. “Chiharu Shiota: Home Less Home” – ICA Watershed, Boston

Experience the sensation of home and migration through Shiota’s captivating red and black thread installations. Explore suspended suitcases, floating documents, and domestic spaces in this large-scale, sensory exhibit . Running through September 1.

  1. “OSGEMEOS: Endless Story” – Hirshhorn Museum, Washington, D.C.

Dive into the surreal world of Brazilian twin artists Otavio and Gustavo Pandolfo. This vibrant survey fills an entire floor with graffiti-inspired murals, sculptures, puppets, music, and more—a dynamic blend of street art and fine art . Exhibit closes August 3.