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MELODY HERRERA:
A JOURNEY TO CONNECT
FEATURED
Working within a combination of neo-expressionism and Mexican folk art, Herrera work is rich in bold lines, color patterns, and fluorescent details. Mexican and Tex-Mex culture, food, and religious practices, are also incorporated throughout her pieces.
Be inspired by her journey to connect to her roots and cultural heritage. Melody Herrera is a Native Texan. She is a self-taught painter and sculptor.
October 1 – November 15, 2026
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Upcoming Events at ACM
Sat, Oct 17Arts Council of MidlandHelp us honor, celebrate, and create a tradition for those loved ones who have passed. Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is focused not solely on the dead, as it is also a common to give gifts to friends such as candy sugar skulls and share traditional pan de Muertos. 10 AM – 2 PM
Sat, Nov 14Arts Council of MidlandApply today! Over 45+ booth spaces available on our green space. Market will include live music, food trucks, and guest activities. Application Deadline: Friday, October 16, 2026 Event: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Thu, Nov 19Linebery Gallery of ACMExplore the elegance and vibrancy of new artwork by Houston, Texas based artist, Virginia Peacock.
Thu, Nov 19Arts Council of MidlandMeet Houston-based artist, Virginia Peacock, and explore unique mixed media artworks. Virginia is a self-taught artist from New York City, she has met artists Alex Katz, Wolf Kahn, and Julian Schnabel during her artistic journey. 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Artist talk: 6:15 p.m.
Coming October 2026!acmidland.orgMore information is coming soon. Stay tuned!
MAJOR EVENTS
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OCT 1 - NOV 15
A JOURNEY TO CONNECT
Melody Herrera Exhibition
Mon-Fri | 9 AM - 5 PM
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OCTOBER 17
Dia de los Muertos FEST
806 S. Main Street
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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NOVEMBER 14
makers market
[ARTISANS + CREATORS] 10 AM – 6 PM
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NOV 19 - JAN 3
Room E'nuf
Virginia Peacock
Opening Reception
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
From The Scarborough-Linebery Collection:
Asian-Inspired Interiors Exhibit
August 6 – September 23, 2026 | South Gallery
During the mid-20th century, Asian-inspired furnishings became increasingly popular in American homes. Through import shops, department stores, and furniture retailers, families incorporated decorative screens, lamps, paintings, ceramics, and textiles that reflected an appreciation for Asian artistic traditions.
The objects in this collection illustrate how global design influences became part of everyday home interiors. While many of these pieces were created for the American market rather than collected directly abroad, they reveal the era’s fascination with craftsmanship, rich color, elegant forms, and imagery inspired by Asian landscapes, figures, and decorative motifs.
These diverse pieces were collected by Evelyn Scarborough Linebery as she made extensive renovations to the two-story Scarborough House in the 1940’s -1960’s.
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