Rothko Chapel

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The Rothko Chapel, founded by Houston philanthropists John and Dominique de Menil, was dedicated in 1971 as an intimate sanctuary available to people of every belief. A tranquil meditative environment inspired by the mural canvases of Russian born American painter Mark Rothko (1903-1970), the Chapel welcomes over 100,000 visitors each year, people of every faith and from all parts of the world. On

the plaza, Barnett Newman's majestic sculpture, Broken Obelisk, stands in memory of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Chapel has two vocations: contemplation and action. It is a place alive with religious ceremonies of all faiths, and where the experience and understanding of all traditions are encouraged and made available. Action takes the form of supporting human rights, and thus the Chapel has become a rallying place for all people concerned with peace, freedom, and social justice throughout the world. Before scheduling your visit, be sure to check our website event calendar for program offerings and chapel closures (http://rothkochapel.org/experience/events/).

Dance is art Dance is a language that transcends words. From the Royal Dancers and Musicians of Bhutan to contemporary p...
08/15/2026

Dance is art

Dance is a language that transcends words.

From the Royal Dancers and Musicians of Bhutan to contemporary performances that have animated our spaces, movement has long been part of the Rothko Chapel's artistic and spiritual life. Each performance reminds us that dance can inspire reflection, foster connection, and express what words cannot.

At the Rothko Chapel, we celebrate dance as an art form that invites us to experience stillness through movement.

Music has always been part of the Rothko Chapel's story. From the 1972 premiere of Morton Feldman's Rothko Chapel, to th...
08/14/2026

Music has always been part of the Rothko Chapel's story.

From the 1972 premiere of Morton Feldman's Rothko Chapel, to the inspiring voices of the Harlem Boys Choir in 1985, to Kaminari Taiko's annual Summer Solstice performances, music has helped transform this space into one of reflection, connection, and shared humanity.

Across generations and traditions, we celebrate music as an art form that invites us to listen deeply—to one another and to ourselves.

Art takes many forms. Over the years, the Rothko Chapel has welcomed artists working across disciplines—including fashio...
08/13/2026

Art takes many forms.

Over the years, the Rothko Chapel has welcomed artists working across disciplines—including fashion photography—when approached with thoughtfulness and respect for this sacred space. These archival W Magazine editorials featuring Tilda Swinton (2014) and Lynn Wyatt (2016) remind us that creativity continues to inspire reflection in many different ways.

Join us as we kick off a new program season with Recommitting to Democracy: A Sacred & Creative Struggle. 📅 Sunday, Sept...
08/11/2026

Join us as we kick off a new program season with Recommitting to Democracy: A Sacred & Creative Struggle.

📅 Sunday, September 13
🕐 Festival Activities: 1–4 PM (Plaza)
🕜 Ceremony: 1:30–2:15 PM (Registration Encouraged)
🕝 Story Time: 2:45–3 PM (Welcome House)

Spend the afternoon signing the 700-foot We the People banner, connecting with community organizations, creating art, and experiencing music, poetry, prayer, and reflections inside the Chapel. Bring the whole family for a special reading of Sometimes People March in the Welcome House.

Together, let's recommit to the sacred work of democracy through creativity, community, and reflection.

🔗 Register at the link in our bio.

08/07/2026

A new season begins.

This year, we invite you to explore We the People: Art, Faith & the Sacred Work of Democracy, a program season filled with inspiring conversations, music, performances, exhibitions, and community experiences that explore how creativity and spirituality can shape a more just and compassionate world.
A new season begins.

This year, we invite you to explore We the People: Art, Faith & the Sacred Work of Democracy, a program season filled with inspiring conversations, music, performances, exhibitions, and community experiences that explore how creativity and spirituality can shape a more just and compassionate world.

Programs in video:

🎉 Program Season Kick-off | Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 1:00 PM

💬 The Truth Booth: Pop-up Public Art Installation | A project by Cause Collective with Hank Willis Thomas, Sam Giarratani, and Helen Banach | September 29–October 3, 2026 | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

🎨 “The New Americans”: Our Shared Struggle for Democracy | Panel with ACLU-TX Artist-in-Residence Vincent Valdez, in conversation with Lonnie Ali, CEO of the Muhammad Ali Center | September 30, 2026 | 6:30 PM

🪭 Kinetic Light | March 11, 2027 | 6:30 PM

Watch the preview, mark your calendars, and stay tuned for everything to come.

07/24/2026

We're proud to celebrate our Chief Development Officer, Alecia Harris, and her recent feature with Rice Business, where she reflects on her inspiring journey at the intersection of art, philanthropy, and leadership.

From championing arts accessibility to leading fundraising efforts at the Rothko Chapel, Alecia's career is a testament to the power of purpose-driven leadership and the impact of investing in arts and culture.

Congratulations, Alecia, on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you to Rice Business for sharing her story.

What can history teach us about democracy, faith, and populism today? 📚Thank you to everyone who joined us for the launc...
07/15/2026

What can history teach us about democracy, faith, and populism today? 📚

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the launch of The Political Theologies of Populism by Rev. Dr. Colin Bossen, featuring a thoughtful conversation with Rothko Chapel President Imam Abdullah Antepli. Together, we explored the intersections of religion, politics, and American democracy through this timely new book.

What part of the conversation stayed with you? Share your thoughts below. 👇

A place where art invites stillness, contemplation sparks dialogue, and reflection inspires action.For 55 years, Rothko ...
07/09/2026

A place where art invites stillness, contemplation sparks dialogue, and reflection inspires action.

For 55 years, Rothko Chapel has welcomed people from around the world to reflect, connect, and imagine a more just future. We're honored to share that story as part of the Loro Piana Fall/Winter 2026–2027 campaign.

Selena Forrest, Robert Forrest, Colin & Jean-Charles Blais shot by Mario Sorrenti.


07/07/2026

The trust. The vision. The legacy.

Christopher Rothko reflects on the extraordinary confidence the de Menils' placed in Mark Rothko to create Rothko Chapel; a space where art, spirituality, and dialogue continue to inspire more equitable, empowered, and engaged communities.

We're honored to be part of the Loro Piana Fall/Winter 2026–2027 campaign, celebrating this enduring legacy and the belief that art is woven into everyday life.

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3900 Yupon Street
Houston, TX
77006

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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+17135249839

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