Exclusive Evening Tour of Ruth Asawa at MoMA

In partnership with MoMA Patrons, Japan Society Giving Circle members are invited to an exclusive evening tour of Ruth Asawa’s work at The Museum of Modern Art. This guided experience is led by MoMA curator Cara Manes who will lead an intimate exploration of Asawa’s innovative artistry and her lasting impact on modern art.

Dive into “Ruth Asawa: A Retrospective,” featuring approximately 300 artworks, including her iconic looped-wire sculptures, bronze casts, and calligraphic ink paintings. Gain insights into Asawa’s belief in the creative potential of simple materials and her commitment to community and arts education.

Join us to celebrate Asawa’s artistic legacy and explore her integrated approach to art and life.

RSVP required. This event is exclusively for Japan Society Giving Circles members. For questions about this event and Giving Circle Membership, please contact [email protected].

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Image Credit: Ruth Asawa. Untitled (S.398, Hanging Eight-Lobed, Four-Part, Discontinuous Surface Form within a Form with Spheres in the Seventh and Eighth Lobes) (detail). c. 1955. Brass, galvanized steel and steel wire. The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Promised gift of Alice and Tom Tisch. © 2025 Ruth Asawa Lanier, Inc., Courtesy David Zwirner