Nancy & Rich Kinder Building — Attraction in Houston

The Nancy and Rich Kinder Building at the Museum of Fine Arts is a testament to contemporary artistic expression. As the newest addition to the museum, it stands tall with a remarkable collection of modern art pieces that captivate visitors with their innovation and creativity.

This architectural gem not only houses a diverse range of modern artworks but also serves as a dynamic space where artistic boundaries are pushed. The collection within reflects a fusion of styles, mediums, and cultural influences, providing a vivid narrative of the evolution of modern art.

From bold sculptures to thought-provoking installations, the Kinder Building invites patrons to explore and engage with the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary art. It adds a vibrant chapter to the museum's legacy, offering a unique and enriching experience for art enthusiasts and...

Recommend saving whole day to cover all 4 buildings(glassell, law, kinder,beck) and sculpture garden( included in the same ticket for $24, bayou bend house sold separately). There are too many exhibits and artifacts to see, even for someone like me not very familiar with arts. We parked in Glassell garage, passed through the glassell tunnel to ticket booth and started exploring kinder building. I liked sound/accoustic exhibit, decorative arts and mixed media arts. Then we spent some time at Cafe Leonelli, lots of food options here. Next we passed through Flores tunnel to law building explored islamic worlds exhibit( must see) and limited time exhibit, “pavia tapestries “ in the cullinan hall( another must see, but it’s only open for a month) . We ran out of time so...

So the museum in general is very cool. Unfortunately our visit was spoiled by the Yayoi Kusama exhibition, well, more like by the ridiculous rules.

So they allow you only 1 minute inside (the staff member stands outside with a stopwatch). Basically you just wait in line, rush in, take like five photos and go out.

1. you are lucky if you are able to take 1 good photo; you have NO TIME to check the photo you took!
2. you can’t enjoy the art because you are not allowed to contemplate, it not even for a few minutes.

What’s the point having the exhibit there?

Also at the entrance of the Kinder building there was a person with a camera who appeared in every photo. He just stood there 🤷‍♀️

All in all the art is great, but the Yayoi Kusama left me...