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Open World Opening Party

Presented by Akron Art Museum at Akron Art Museum, Akron OH

Oct 19 2019
Open World Opening Party

Press start on the Open World exhibition and discover the ways artists have used video games as a rich source of opportunities for creative expression.

Press start on the Open World exhibition and discover the ways artists have used video games as a rich source of opportunities for creative expression.

Take a curator-guided tour of the artwork or delve into this groundbreaking exhibition yourself. Enjoy complimentary treats in the café with friends and family, fun photo ops with Rubber City Cosplay and more as you launch your weekend with an exceptional art experience.

The artists participating in Open World include: Ueli Alder (Hemberg, Switzerland), Cory Arcangel (New York), Alan Butler (Dublin), JooYoung Choi (Houston), Joseph DeLappe (Dundee, Scotland), Krista Hoefle (South Bend, IN), Invader (Paris), Butt Johnson (New York), Angelo Ray Martínez (South Bend, IN), Michael Menchaca (San Antonio), Feng Mengbo (Beijing), Joan Pamboukes (New York), Oliver Payne (Los Angeles), Tim Portlock (St. Louis), Tabor Robak (New York), Rachel Rossin (New York), Jacolby Satterwhite (New York), Skawennati (Montreal), Suzanne Treister ... view more »

ADMISSION INFO

Complimentary admission for members, $12/nonmembers

Registration is required. 

INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Additional time info:

The museum is open as normal from 2-5 following the Open World Opening Party

* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

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Akron Art Museum

1 South High, Akron, OH 44308

PARKING INFO

Members park free in the deck adjacent to the library
Park across from museum entrance on High Street
Fully handicap accessible
Standard strollers welcome in most areas

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