Mahalia Jackson, born October 26, 1911, best known as the Queen of Gospel, is one of the most lauded singers ever; as well as an activist and TV personality. Her recording of Move On Up a Little Higher was a major hit. It became the highest selling gospel single in history. She worked with artists like Duke Ellington […]
The Costume Institute’s spring 2026 exhibition explores depictions of the dressed body across The Met’s vast collection, pairing garments with artworks to reveal the inherent relationship between clothing and the body.
Focusing primarily on Western art from prehistory to the present, Costume Art presents connections between garments from The Costume Institute and objects from the Museum’s other collecting areas. Pairings between […]
FRIDAYS
It’s double trouble when two NYC drag queen legends serve up shenanigans on the mic! Ruby Roo and Marti Gould Cummings host weekly at the iconic Pieces Bar in the West Village, with VJ OHRICKY.
Pieces Bar, 8 Christopher St, NYC, Free
