The Dalí Museum is a cultural destination where visitors come to discover and celebrate the life and legacy of Salvador Dalí, as well as the experiences that transformed him into a sensation of the Surrealist movement. During one of Dalí’s several trips to Paris in the 1920s, movement leader André Breton exposed him to the world of Surrealism—Dalí’s entry into the movement extended the nature and reach of Surrealism in dramatic ways.
This year, The Dalí is celebrating 100 years of Surrealism, marked by the publication of the “First Surrealist Manifesto” in 1924. Join us for a variety of exhibitions, programs and events in honor of this momentous occasion.
Check back as we continue to add additional programming!
“The true laboratory wherein one pursues the systematic exploration of uncharted regions of the human mind is ‘Surrealism.’” – Salvador Dalí
exhibitions
- Writers of Surrealism: Salvador Dalí (now on view): This special presentation will explore Salvador Dalí’s literary works across many genres, including novels, essays, poetry and autobiographical writings.
- The Subversive Eye: Surrealist and Experimental Photography from the David Raymond Collection (now on view): In celebration of the Surrealism centennial, this exhibition will feature over 100 works created by 48 artists, highlighting the movement’s original aims in the medium of photography and its far-reaching influence. This exhibition is included in the price of Gallery Admission.
Student Surrealist Art Exhibition: Statewide: This annual juried art exhibition presents work by Florida middle and high school students invited to explore ideas inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí and Surrealism.Reimagining Nature: Dalí’s Floral Fantasies (closes Oct 27): This exhibition features three rarely displayed suites of Dalí botanical prints, highlighting some of the most treasured works on paper in the Museum’s permanent collection. This exhibition is included in the price of Gallery Admission.
programs & lectures
- Surreal Nights at The Dalí (monthly on third Thursdays, 5-8pm): Once a month, we invite guests to enjoy a surreal night at The Dalí as the Museum lights up the evening with live entertainment, extended hours, activities and more. Tickets can be purchased here by choosing your preferred “Thursday Night After 5pm” date and time.
- Coffee With a Curator: The Subversive Eye (Dec 4): In conjunction with our special exhibition, this month’s talk will feature The Dalí’s Senior Curator Dr. William Jeffett as he explores David Raymond’s collection of surreal photography. This event is free—registration is required.
- Workshop: Ornament Making (Dec 5): In this hands-on workshop led by Joy Garrett-Douglas, The Dalí’s Community Programming and Education Manager, participants will create their own surreal ornaments featuring imagery inspired by our special exhibition, The Subversive Eye. Tickets can be purchased here.
- 100 Years of Surrealism Conference (Dec 13–14): The Dalí Museum will host a conference bringing together leading minds in the industry to celebrate the centennial of Surrealism and to lead panels fostering a new generation of research into still under-explored dimensions of the movement and its influence.
Coffee With a Curator: Dalí’s Floral Fantasies (June 5): This talk will explore the role botanicals play in Dalí’s art, offering prime examples of how the artist transforms traditional renderings of fruits and flowers into new, surreal hybrids.Surrealist Game Night (Aug 29): We welcome you to enjoy a surreal game night as we celebrate 100 years of Surrealism. Bring your friends and family for a night of fun—no winners or losers, just surrealists!Coffee with a Curator: André Breton (Oct 2): This lecture will uncover the transformative power of the Surrealist Manifesto and its enduring legacy, highlighting how it challenged the boundaries of reason and redefined the relationship between art, politics and imagination. This event is free—registration is required.Workshop: Cloisonné Night Lamp (Nov 4): Create your own illuminated artwork embodying Dalí’s influence and your own artistic expression through this ancient enameling technique. Tickets can be purchased here.Workshop: Surreal Pet Portrait Painting (Nov 12): We invite you to paint a surrealistic colorful portrait of a furry friend in your life. Learn how to use a value scale and “paint by numbers” to create a unique and colorful pet portrait. Tickets can be purchased here.
children’s programs
- Little Surrealist Tour (monthly on first Sundays, 11:15-11:45am): On the first Sunday of each month, we welcome families with kids ages 4-11 years old to join a tour of our permanent collection. A Gallery Admission ticket is required. Click here to reserve tickets.
