Mother's Day Brunch & Tour

Sunday, May 8, 2011, 11 am

    Registration closes April 25!

    Celebrate mom (or treat yourself) with a sumptuous brunch, followed by your choice of guided tour:

    Top it all off with a shopping spree in the Museum Store, made sweeter with a Mother's Day Coupon for 15% off your purchases.

    Brunch Menu
    11 a.m.–12 p.m.

    Assorted Miniature Danishes, Muffins, Scones, and Croissants
    Sweet Butter, Fruit Preserves
    Seasonal Sliced Fruit and Berries
    Tomato, Artichoke, and Asiago Bruschetta
    Wild Mushroom and Chèvre Quiche
    Penne with Basil Pesto
    Mixed Greens Salad with Toasted Pine Nuts and Dried Cranberries, with Balsamic Vinaigrette

    Made-to-order Omelet Station:
    Toppings Include Shredded Cheddar, Monterey Jack Cheese, Diced Tomatoes, Onions, Sautéed Mushrooms, Bell Peppers

    Mimosas
    Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee
    Hot and Iced Tea
    Orange Juice
    Sparkling Water

    Choose a Tour!

    Tours begin at 12:30 p.m.

    Extraordinary Women: Celebrating Mothers and Motherhood in Art through the Ages
    From Ancient Egypt to contemporary Brooklyn, artists have celebrated extraordinary women who also happen to be mothers. This lively journey through time will explore some of the Museum's most beloved artworks, showcasing the diversity of women, mothers, and motherhood. Extraordinary Women tour is sold out.

    Treasures of Ancient Egypt
    From the mysterious "bird lady" to the haunting and evocative "mummy portraits," Egyptian art continues to intrigue, delight, and inspire. Join this energetic tour through the Brooklyn Museum's much beloved collection of Egyptian art to experience the wonder and magic of its most revered objects. Treasures of Ancient Egypt is sold out.

    The Dinner Party by Judy Chicago
    Come to the party! On this tour, discover women honored throughout history and learn about the artist who brought them all together in this large-scale celebration of feminism and art. The Dinner Party is sold out.

    Behind the Scenes in Luce Visible Storage ▪ Study Center
    What treasures are waiting to be found on the shelves of the Luce Visible Storage ▪ Study Center? Explore the nooks and crannies of this special place and find delights and surprises around every turn. Here you'll discover select American sculpture and decorative arts including commemorative pressed glass, Tiffany glass and lamps, examples of contemporary industrial design, furniture spanning several decades, silver and silverware, and Brooklyn-made ceramics. Luce Visible Storage tour is sold out.

    Reserve Now!

    The cost of the event includes brunch, admission to the Museum, a guided featured tour (choose one from the list above), and a discount coupon for the Museum Gift Shop.

    Registration closes on April 25, 2011. If the minimum registration goal is not met by April 25th, the Brooklyn Museum will fully refund your registration. The price is $50 per person, $45 for members. Members, please contact group.​tours@​brooklynmuseum.​org  to learn how you can receive your membership discount. There are no senior, student, or child discounts. Please note: there is a $3 fee for online sales.

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