MUMENTOUS: Football, Glue Guns, Moms, and a Super-Sized High School Tradition Born Deep in the Heart of Texas

Step into the heart of Texas tradition with MUMENTOUS: Football, Glue Guns, Moms, and a Super-Sized High School Tradition Born Deep in the Heart of Texas.

This captivating exhibit explores the evolution of Texas high school homecoming mums from their humble beginnings in the 1920s through today’s highly varied practices. The exhibit’s photography and narratives touch on a number of topics including the emergence of high school football, fan and pop culture, the DIY movement, entrepreneurship and women as tradition-keepers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to reminisce and reconnect with cherished memories alongside friends and family!

MUMENTOUS is a special collaboration among Texas Lakes Trail Region, author Amy J. Schultz and the University of Texas at Arlington Libraries Special Collections, with sponsorship from the Arlington Museum of Art.

Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat from noon to 5PM
Irving Arts Center’s galleries are open for viewing free of charge during regular gallery hours Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 PM.

SPECIAL MUMENTOUS PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

All the Bells & Whistles Talk and Book Signing with Amy J Schultz, Author of MUMENTOUS
October 26 from 2-4PM
Cost:  FREE, Books available for purchase for $35

Glue Guns Optional: Art Workshop- Mumentous Mixed Media Self Portraits
Nov 23 from 2-4PM
Cost:  $25/person